Description
Whale Shark Tours
Normally solitary creatures, Whale Sharks live most of the year out of site, far below the surface. In late May, however, something remarkable starts to happen off the coast of Isla Mujeres. Huge numbers of Whale Sharks aggregate from around the world to feed on the bounty of plankton and fish eggs found near the surface of the water.
Often times, we can, spot dozens if not hundreds of these gentle giants as their fins cut through the surface of the water. Our tours go out every day, weather permitting, from June through Mid-September to observe them in their natural habitat. These are a protected species and we visit them inside of a protected eco-sphere, so it is important to observe them without disturbing them as much as possible.
For that reason, there are guidelines set in place to assure that there are no more than 10 passengers per boat, and that only 2 snorkelers enter the water at a time while being led by a certified guide.
It’s important to point out that Whale Sharks are not spotted every day. Sometimes, they go down just below the surface where it is difficult to view them. Fortunately, all of the captains communicate via radio to ensure that everyone gets a chance to see them when they are spotted, which is more than 80% of the time.
Your crew will supply you with water and sodas and a light lunch of fruit and sandwiches. On the way back you can stop and snorkel the shallow Ixlache reef near Isla Contoy. When you return to the island they anchor at Playa Norte for a little while to allow you to swim and cool off while they prepare you some delicious ceviche before returning to the dock.
COST: TBD at start of season.
Private tours are also available.
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To arrange for a Whale Shark tour, please send us the following details.
NOTE: you only pay a $25.00 deposit now, and we’ll collect the balance when you arrive.
It’s important to point out that Whale Sharks are not spotted every day. Sometimes, they go down just below the surface where it is difficult to view them. Fortunately, all of the captains communicate via radio to ensure that everyone gets a chance to see them when they are spotted, which is more than 80% of the time.
Your crew will supply you with water and sodas and a light lunch of fruit and sandwiches. On the way back you can stop and snorkel the shallow Ixlache reef near Isla Contoy. When you return to the island they anchor at Playa Norte for a little while to allow you to swim and cool off while they prepare you some delicious ceviche before returning to the dock.
COST: TBD at start of season.
Private tours are also available.
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