Whale Shark Adventure with a Marine Biologist

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You can select up to 10 travelers in total.

Senior (60-99) Minimum: 0, Maximum: 10

Adult (18-59) Minimum: 1, Maximum: 10

Child (2-12) Minimum: 0, Maximum: 10

Infant (0-1) Minimum: 0, Maximum: 10

Book online or call: +1 437 970 2890

Free Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English, French, Spanish
Soda/Pop
Bottled water
Snacks
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Wetsuits

Lunch

Overview

Dive into the extraordinary as you witness the serene beauty of whale sharks gracefully swimming in their natural habitat. What makes our activity truly special: Gentle Giants: Encounter the world's largest fish species, the whale shark, known for their peaceful and majestic presence in the ocean. As you swim alongside these gentle giants, you'll be mesmerized by their sheer size and the tranquility they bring to the underwater world. Close-Up Connection: Our small group setting allows for an up-close and personal experience with these magnificent creatures. Imagine being just a few meters away from these awe-inspiring beings, observing their distinctive markings and feeling the energy of the ocean. Educational Insights: Our knowledgeable guides will share fascinating insights into the behavior and biology of whale sharks. Learn about their migratory patterns, feeding habits, and the crucial role they play in maintaining the ecological balance of the marine environment.

Meeting points

Please be on time as the whale shark schedule is strict. At the end of the street " Antonio Navarro" you will go on the marina on your left when you look at the sea, it has a restaurant called La Costa. I will be waiting for you in the entrance of the marina.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Embark on an unforgettable whale shark swimming experience in a small group (4 to 10 people). Only 5 participants will be in the water at once, swimming for a maximum of 30 minutes with each whale shark. Our expert guide will be by your side, ensuring a fantastic experience without disturbing these incredible creatures. The 2-hour adventure offers multiple opportunities to swim with different whale sharks. If you prefer, you can also enjoy the view from the boat. Plus, keep an eye out for dolphins—encounters with these playful creatures are common. Light snack and water are included for a relaxed and enjoyable excursion. IMPORTANT TO READ : Whale shark authority regulates the activity by allowing 4 times slot (7 am, 9 am, 11 am and 1 pm), and in each time slot, only a certain number of boats are allowed. We are only allowed to ask for our time slot a day prior to the trip. That means that there is a possibility that we don't get the 9 am time slot. In this case, tour operator will contact you a day prior to the trip and offer the possibility to get on an earlier or later time slot. This is why it is important to check your email, SMS and WhatsApp message the day before the trip.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Free Cancellation

April 26100% refund

April 27No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her

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Whale Shark Magic

Published on Dec, 2024

Today’s whale shark adventure activity was superb! The conditions were nice & sunny, we got to swim with a few whale sharks. After the 1st few attempts it got a lot more easeful & we learned to flow with the sharks. Thanks!

Up close and personal with whale sharks! - must do - will make core memories for a lifetime!

Published on Dec, 2024

Great communication ahead of the trip - due to winds/weather needed to depart earlier and appreciated the great updates. Pablo - our guide and marine biologist was amazing. Our children loved listening to all the info about the whale sharks and related marine life of the bay. Pablo was so patient and ensured everyone had a great experience and was able to see the whale sharks (even our less-confident swimmer). Such an incredible adventure and highly recommend as a must do.

Whale sharks

Published on Dec, 2024

Amazing experience with my family. Good communication. Everyone was nice and knowledgeable. Hamza was super accommodating.

Awesome whaleshark tour

Published on Dec, 2024

The whaleshark tour offered was organized and conducted in a perfect way. Pablo, the marine biologist and guide gave us first general insights to the species and the life of a whale shark. The spotting itself was fast and successful and allowed us to swim very close with the whaleshark, even three times in a row throughout the trip. Thanks a lot for the awesome tour!!

Fantastic experience

Published on Dec, 2024

Fantastic excursion! These guys were so kind and attentive from the moment they greeted us all the way to the end. We saw a bunch of whale sharks and Pablo did an amazing job getting us close to them and helped us get as close of an encounter as it was possible. We loved the tour and we highly recommend this tour company ❤️