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Cancun whale shark tour with transportation
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There are many snorkeling tours offered in Cancun, but this is one of the only ones that offers so many benefits, including round-trip transport to the marina from your hotel, snacks, beverages, all equipment, and dry storage for your personal belongings. Plus, your guide knows the best areas of the ocean to take a dip in near the natural habitats of whale sharks and sea turtles.
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Small-Group Eco Friendly: Whale Sharks tour in Cancun & Riviera Maya
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Snorkel with Mexican whale sharks on a full-day group snorkeling tour off the Yucatan Coast from Playa del Carmen. Under the direction of an expert guide, swim with the world’s largest fish while looking out for dolphins, manta rays, and turtles. Immerse yourself in the marine magnificence of Mexico’s waters on this spectacular small-group adventure.
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Paradise Subsee Explorer
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See Caribbean colors without swimming or getting your face wet on this semi-submarine tour of coral reefs and the Cancun Underwater Museum of Art. A great choice for families with young children and seniors, it lets you enjoy local marine life, coral-encrusted sculptures and the colors of the reef from your seat. Your package includes a guide and drinks on your boat transfer, but excludes reef preservation fees.
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Whale Shark Experience Lifetime Memories in Cancun (lunch and water included)
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Between May and September, the world's largest fish, whale sharks, migrate through Yucatan waters, and can often be spotted off Cancun. Get the chance to swim with these plankton-loving gentle giants, if enough are found, on this magical tour. Your package includes snorkeling gear, water, soft drinks and a ceviche lunch on Isla Mujeres' North Beach (Playa Norte): port tax is at your own expense.
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Exciting Swim with Whale Sharks Tour
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Get up close to the beautiful and docile whale sharks on this incredible family-friendly snorkeling experience. Your certified guide will take you two at a time, as you get to swim among these graceful and harmless sharks: the largest fish in the ocean. Enjoy breakfast before the swim and snacks, soft drinks and delicious ceviche afterward. Swim among these magnificent sharks, stunning coral and look out for manta rays.
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Whale Shark Life Experience from Cancun and Riviera Maya (lunch included)
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Enjoy a close encounter with the Yucatan Peninsula’s native whale sharks on this full-day, small-group tour. Benefit from your guide’s tracking expertise to locate the gentle giants, then dive in for a supervised swim alongside them. Afterwards, head to Isla Mujeres for lunch, plus a sunbathe and swim on the idyllic Playa Norte.
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Jet Ski + Cancun Seaside Parasailing Combo Tour with transportation
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Combine a panoramic parasailing experience along the coast of Cancun with a thrilling jet ski ride during this two-for-one, small-group adventure tour, ideal for couples or families. Get a bird’s eye peek at natural sandbars, Nichupté Lagoon, and Isla Mujeres as you soar above the water, and then whip down the shore in a shared jet ski. Tours include access to changing rooms and showers and round-trip hotel transfers.
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Chichen Itza, Cenote and Valladolid All-Inclusive Tour
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The Yucatan Peninsula offers visitors a treasure trove of history, from the pre-Columbian archeological sites of the Maya civilization, to 16th century towns settled by the Spanish. Experience this history firsthand with a full-day tour from Cancun or the Riviera Maya. See the ancient Maya site Chichen Itza (admission not included) the pyramid of Kukulcan, and explore the architecture in Valladolid. After a busy day exploring, refresh yourself in the waters of the Saamal, and enjoy a delicious buffet meal.
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USD59.00
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Jet Ski, Snorkeling and Parasail
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Spend an exciting day out on the water off the coast of Cancun with this water sports combo package. Take a snorkel tour and stop at multiple spots to observe marine life, like sea turtles and coral, a shipwreck, underwater statues and more. Sail above the coast and the Caribbean on a parasailing adventure, then, zoom through the azure waters and ride the waves on a shared jet ski.
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Best ATV Tour, Ziplines and Cenote Swim with Lunch and Transport Included
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Travel through the Mayan jungle on this action-packed all-day guided tour. Hop on your own ATV (or ride along with a driver) and head to a cenote, an underwater pool, where you can take a refreshing dip. Then fly above the treetops on a ziplining course. A local Mayan lunch is included. Only those 18 years old and above are permitted to drive their own ATV.
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3-in-1 Discovery Combo Tour: Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkeling Plus Cenote and Caves
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Explore coral reefs, ancient history, and nature in the Riviera Maya on an combination tour that features some of the best of Yucatan in a single day. Snorkel through the coral reef in the Caribbean Sea, visit the Tulum archeological site, and swim in a cenote, then explore a limestone cave and take a jungle walk. This tour includes entrance fees, a buffet lunch, and door-to-door transport from hotels in Cancun or Playa del Carmen.
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Captain Hook: Pirate Show and Dinner Cruise in Cancun
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Step into the world of swashbuckling pirates and Spanish galleons with tickets for 3-hour Captain Hook dinner cruise from Cancun. Sit down to a gourmet dinner and enjoy an evening of pirate tales, dancing, entertainment, then see a live-action battle at sea. This 3-hour dinner cruise includes access to an open bar, with air-conditioned indoor seating as well as an open-air dance floor and deck.
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A Lifetime Experience Whale Shark Encounter
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Mexico's Yucatan peninsula is one of the few places in the world where you can share the water with the largest fish in the world, the whale shark. Make the most of this opportunity by joining this small-group cruise in search of the creatures. You will have the opportunity to dive into the water and have an encounter with wildlife that few people can experience. Includes a light breakfast and lunch.
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Swim with Whale Sharks in Cancun
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Swim with docile whale sharks off the shores of Cancun during this 6-hour eco-adventure from Cancún or Playa del Carmen. From Punta Sam, take an hour-long scenic boat ride to the area where the whale sharks, the world's largest fish, like to hang out and feed. Under the supervision of your experienced guide, slip into the water to swim and snorkel with these graceful creatures over the course of 3 hours. Eat a light lunch on board the boat en route to the mainland, stopping for a visit on Isla Mujeres. Use of snorkel equipment and round-trip transportation from hotel are included.
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Cancun whale shark tour with transportation
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There are many snorkeling tours offered in Cancun, but this is one of the only ones that offers so many benefits, including round-trip transport to the marina from your hotel, snacks, beverages, all equipment, and dry storage for your personal belongings. Plus, your guide knows the best areas of the ocean to take a dip in near the natural habitats of whale sharks and sea turtles.
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USD180.00
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Private Whale shark Ecofriendly tour from Cancun
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Go for a snorkel with Mexico's gentle giants - whale sharks! Cruising the Gulf of Mexico with an expert guide, you'll snorkel with the biggest fish and maybe spot dolphins, manta rays and turtles on this small group snorkeling adventure off the Yucatan coast.
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USD745.00
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Snorkeling in Sian Ka'an
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Take a snorkeling trip out to the Sian Ka'an Biosphere with this tour from Tulum. You'll head out to a reef for snorkeling, likely passing by dolphins and sea turtles along the way. You'll also see a natural sinkhole and dine on an included lunch at a nearby beach before returning to Tulum.
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Whale Shark Swim Adventure SMALL GROUP from Cancun
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Take a swim in an area with the whale sharks, the largest fish on the planet, on this tour from Cancun. Hop aboard a boat with a biologist guide and head to the waters surrounding Isla Mujeres, Contoy and Holbox, where you'll snorkel alongside these gentle giants. This tour offers both a small-group option as well as the opportunity for a private swim with just your travel companion or group. Hotel pickup and drop-off is also included. Please note: this tour is offered seasonally, from May to September.
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Private and Shared Whale Shark Tour from Tulum
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Cancun is one of the best places in the world to view whale sharks all year round and this half-day tour from Tulum offers a rare glimpse of the magnificent creatures. Accompanied by an experienced guide, dive in to swim in the warm waters around Isla Mujeres, Contoy and Holbox; watch whale sharks in their natural environment; then tuck into a delicious lunch (included) of fresh ceviche.
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USD200.00
Price varies by group size
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Adventure in the Caribbean Sea. Whale shark experience tour. Food included.
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The Yucatan is known as one of the best places in the world to see whale sharks up close. But, for visitors, it can be tricky to know where to go for the best experience. Skip the guesswork with this full-day, small-group guided tour that takes you out onto the water and even below the surface to snorkel with the magnificent creatures. Afterward, you'll visit the beautiful beaches of Isla Mujeres. Includes breakfast and lunch.
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Whale Shark Swimming Adventure from Cancun & Riviera Maya - Seasonal June/Sept
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Swim alongside the largest fish on the planet on a full-day, whale shark snorkeling adventure from Cancun with expert guides. Spend the day searching for Cancun's whale sharks in their own habitat, and try to spot the dolphins and manta rays that thrive along the coast. Go to shore for lunch and a shoreline snorkeling session at Isla Mujeres before returning to Cancun.
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Whale Shark Sighting & Snorkeling Experience with Isla Mujeres Visit
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Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure featuring the majestic whale sharks, world’s biggest fish. Take advantage of this seasonal phenomenon to get as close as possible to the fascinating creatures that migrate to the Cancun coasts every summer.
The eco-friendly, small-group tour starts with a convenient hotel pickup available from most hotels. Arrive at Puerto Juarez and board the speedboat that will take you to the area of Isla Contoy while enjoying a light breakfast.
Get your camera ready as you approach the impressive whale sharks swimming near the surface gracefully. Better yet, prepare your life jacket and snorkel, and jump into the Caribbean waters following your guide. Swim after the stunning whale shark while maintaining safe distance, observing as the giant fish drifts forward.
After two hours of sighting and two immersions, make a brief stop at stunning Playa Norte, one of the best beaches in the Mexican Caribbean.
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Small-Group Whale Shark and Snorkeling Tour from Cancun
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Get a good look at whale sharks, the largest fish in the world, on this 6-hour boat tour from Cancun. After a safety briefing, cruise out to waters swimming with whale sharks and hop in! Marvel at the way the gentle giants move and feed, and spot dolphins, rays and turtles along the way. Follow this with excellent snorkeling at a reef location. Expect personalized attention on this small-group tour limited to just 10 adventure seekers. Lunch and hotel transport included.
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Whale Shark Adventure Unique Life Experience in Cancun with Lunch and beverages
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Swim with whale sharks on a small-group cruise around the waters of Isla Mujeres. The gentle sea giants thrive in the waters off the Yucatán Peninsula, but you need to be in the know to find them. With this tour, you’ll use the knowledge of local experts to cruise to a safe swimming spot where the whale sharks are often found. After, you’ll head to Isla Mujeres for some beach time. Diving equipment and light food options are included.
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Whale Shark Adeventure Small Group
Swimming with sharks might seem frightful, but animal lovers should be happy to learn that the harmless whale shark isn't scary at all. Don't miss the chance to swim alongside this majestic creature with a small-group nature excursion, from Playa del Carmen. Just hop aboard a boat bound for the waters near Isla Mujeres, where you can swim in the Caribbean Sea, explore underwater with the included snorkel gear, and refuel with a refreshing lunch.
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