Top Tulum Dolphin Watching

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Cruise the picturesque waters surrounding Tulum during this half-day sailing and snorkeling tour in a comfortable catamaran. Strap on provided snorkeling gear and get a chance to spot colorful fish, sting rays, and even sea turtles. Paddleboards are also included, as well as an onboard open bar and a tasty lunch.

Combine a visit to Isla Mujeres with a high-energy ride on the Caribbean Sea on this full-day excursion, departing from Tulum. Enjoy comfortable, climate-controlled vehicle transfers from a central location, then hop onboard a luxury, restroom-equipped catamaran and hit the water. Tours include snorkeling stops, an optional spinnaker activity, a buffet lunch and alcoholic drinks, and exclusive beach club access.

Discover the remote UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Sian Ka'an on a full-day trip from Tulum. Your guide points out the protected area’s immense biodiversity, including coastal and mangrove habitat teeming with marine life. Search for elusive manatees at Boca Paila Lagoon, snorkel on the Mesoamerican reef (weather-permitting) and find nesting birds at Ascension Bay. Boat ride with lunch and free time in Punta Allen is included.

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.

Have a blast while discovering the beauty of Tulum’s rain forests on this action-packed half-day tour of Selva Maya Eco Adventure Park. Zipline, snorkel, swim and more while exploring the wildlife of the Riviera Maya, all under the supervision of entertaining guides who put your safety first.

Explore the structures of Muyil, a Maya archaeological site amid the mangroves of Sian Ka'an, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. This excursion from Tulum takes you to the former trading post along an interpretive nature trail before a boat ride to Muyil Lagoon. Then enjoy a relaxing float down the shallow canal as you drift past unique vegetation. Learn from your guide about the ecology of the area and the Maya civilization before a picnic lunch.

Explore life under the sea with this unique activity, unlike any other in the Mexican Caribbean. This tour takes you to the underwater museum (MUSA), created to preserve the marine life of the area. You'll explore the submerged sculptures made by Mexican artists, and see huge variety of fish and and other marine life.

Avoid the hassle of arranging a taxi or shuttle after arriving at Cancun's airport by pre-booking a private transfer for just you and your party. You can choose from either a one-way transfer or book a round-trip package for added convenience. Vehicles for parties of up to eight passengers are available.

Travel between Cancun Airport and your Tulum hotel in comfort and style, without the hassle of waiting for taxis, by pre-booking a private transfer service in an air-conditioned vehicle. Your driver will pick you up at the airport and take you—and your luggage—to your hotel or vacation rental in a private, air-conditioned vehicle for just your party.

Making your way from Cancun International Airport to Tulum can be a confusing hassle. Eliminate the uncertainty by booking a convenient shared shuttle transfer before you land, so you can move right on to your beach destination with comfort and peace of mind, at a guaranteed price.

Experience the top adrenaline sports of the Riviera Maya on a trip that combines off-roading, ziplining, rappelling, and snorkeling in a cenote. This fast-paced half-day adventure is perfect for thrill-seekers who just have one day in Tulum and want to see as much as possible. Plus, wrap up the outing with the chance to take part in a traditional temazcal (sauna-like) ceremony—a cultural experience not included on most adventure tours.

Enjoy two different water activities in one day on this tour from Tulum. You’ll visit Akumal Bay, aka Turtle Bay, for the chance to snorkel among sea turtles in their natural habitat, as well as fish, coral, rays, and rock formations. Then head to a cenote in the Yucatan rainforest to swim in the fresh, clear waters of this natural pool. Booking this tour allows you to avoid the hassle of figuring out how to get to one of the area’s popular cenotes on your own.

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.