WHALE SHARK Adventure (Seasonal)
An unforgettable adventure…Snorkel with the Largest Fish on Earth!
Watch for the 2010 Season June – Aug. *
The whale shark is the biggest fish on earth. It can grow up to 15m/50ft! In summer, plankton blooms on the north-eastern tip of the Yucatan peninsula where the waters of the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean merge. Near the islands of Holbox and Contoy, the plankton attracts an incomparable amount of this giant species.
While whale sharks feed, moving gently on the ocean’s surface, you can safely snorkel with them or watch them from the boat. Specially trained and experienced guides are on hand to brief you about applicable regulations and procedures in order to ensure these peaceful animals are not harmed.
Itinerary
Pick up at 6:00 am from Playa del Carmen hotels and transfer to Puerto Juarez. Boat trip to see/snorkel with the whale sharks plus snorkeling on a coral reef. Return to Puerto Juarez and Playa del Carmen. Estimated return time to Playa del Carmen 3:00 pm.
Important Benefit to this offer: This trip does not require driving to Chiquila and start from there. You save 4 hours driving time!
Included
Transportation Playa del Carmen – Puerto Juarez – Playa del Carmen in Club Wagon or Suburban with A/C
Professional bilingual guide (biologist or naturalist)
Boat trip (35ft., 2×275HP)
Snorkel equipment
Refreshments, snack and lunch on board
Snorkeling equipment is provided but it is recommended that you bring your personal gear for this tour.
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2010 Price
$155.00 US per person
$115.00 US per children ages 4 – 7 years
Additional charge for hotel pick-up south of Playa del Carmen
Departs: Daily from June ? – August ? 2010*
*extensions of these dates possible, depending on whale shark season
Recommendations
For your enjoyment, please bring/wear:
Swimsuit under light cotton clothing
Environmentally friendly insect repellent
Environmentally friendly sun block
Hat
Sunglasses
Sandals
Towel
Camera
Group Size
Maximum 10 people
Minimum 2 people
Place your reservation well in advance to secure your spot!
IMPORTANT NOTE: Whale sharks follow the plankton which moves with ocean currents. Therefore, a 100% guarantee to see them cannot be given. However, we do our best to ensure customer satisfaction and enjoy a high success rate.
Deposit: We require a 30% deposit via paypal, the remainder of the balance is due to the service provider on the day of your tour.
Cancellation policy:
- If cancellation occurs more than 15 days before your planned arrival, we will refund the amount charged.
- If cancellation occurs during the 15 days before your arrival, there will be no refund.