Travel Services of Akumal

Join us for an exciting trip to experience the wonder of swimming with the worlds largest shark!!

The larges fish in the world! Now, you may have the opportunity to swim with these peaceful, gentle and vegetarian animals.

For few months, each year a large number of whale sharks migrate to a small island named Hol Box, deep in the Gulf of Mexico near Cancun.

During the trip, you may also see: giant manta rays, dolphins and pink flamingos.
This is the adventure of a lifetime and we guarantee you will love it! Whale Sharks grow to 18 meters long and weigh up to 15 tons. The average length is 7.6 m, females are typically larger than the males.

Whale Sharks are non-predatory and non-aggressive, are vegetarians and feed mainly on plankton. Theylive in warm water year the coast and in the open seas around the world. Thay spend most of their time near the surface. It's estimated that whale sharks live up to 100-150 years.

Whale Shark Package: Transportation, snacks, lunch, snorkeling gear, guide tour, live vest.

Full day program, Schedule:
5:00 AM. -Pick up at TSA
7:30 AM.- We arrive in van to Chiquila, little fishermen's port deep in the Gulf of Mexico.
8:00 AM.- We stop at Holbox Island, where we have a little breakfast and get ready to start the big adventure!
8:20 AM.- The boats with their Captains, two guides and maximum 10 people each, start the navigation in north direction to look for the first whale sharks!!! (Box Lunch on board)
During the trip the guides explain you everything about the Whale Sharks.
10:00 AM.- After almost two hours, the most exciting part of the day begins, swimming with the Whale Sharks!!!
12:30 hrs.- We come back to Hol Box Island for lunch. (Buffet, without drinks)
16:30 hrs.- Back in Akumal.

Tour Includes: Bilingual guide, Transportation by Van and boat, Snorkeling gear, Life Vest, Water, lunch, Non alcoholic drinks and sandwiches on board included.

Rate:
US$195 p/p by Van from Akumal

What To Bring: Sandals, Light t-shirt, bathing suit, sun block lotion, towel, Sunglas, Camera.

Recommendations: Reserve in advance, boat capacity limited, Wear swimsuits under light cotton clothing with long sleeves, Take an extra T-shirt, Bring your own wetsuit.