Whale Watching in Mexico


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15 Whale Watching in Mexico

The trips worth booking.

The 15 whale watching trips travellers rate highest in Mexico, from the grey-whale lagoons of Baja and the humpbacks off Cabo and Puerto Vallarta to the blue whales of the Sea of Cortez. When each season runs and where to head out from.

15 Whale Watching in Mexico

Luxury Catamaran Whale Watching Cabo San Lucas - Arch of Cabo San Lucas: the classic quick stop that sets the mood
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Luxury Catamaran Whale Watching Cabo San Lucas

Whale Watching Cabo-Women crew-Sightings Guaranteed & Free Photos - Marine Biologists at the Helm (Plus the All-Women Crew Energy)
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Whale Watching Cabo-Women crew-Sightings Guaranteed & Free Photos

2.Whale Watching Cabo-Women crew-Sightings Guaranteed & Free Photos

Small-group Cabo whale watch with marine biologists, hydrophone songs, and included digital photos plus a free second trip if no whales.

5.0

“This whale watching tour was such an amazing experience from start to finish. The group size was small, which made it feel very personal and intimate rather than crowded or rushed. You could tell the crew genuinely cared about making sure everyone had a great time and actually got to see whales. The guides spoke…”

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SMALL GROUP Whale Watch | Cabo San Lucas | Biologist | FREE Pics - Pelican Rock: a scenic stop inside the marine protected area
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SMALL GROUP Whale Watch | Cabo San Lucas | Biologist | FREE Pics

3.SMALL GROUP Whale Watch | Cabo San Lucas | Biologist | FREE Pics

Marine biologist-led small-group whale watch in Cabo with free photos, humpbacks, dolphins, turtles, and whale song via hydrophone.

5.0

“What we experienced was beyond belief - it was so much more than we were thinking - the water was rough as all hell but seeing those whales breach was incredible - possibly once in a lifetime experience.”

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La Paz Whale Shark Snorkeling Tour and Lunch From Los Cabos - Getting there from Los Cabos: the long morning and why it matters
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La Paz Whale Shark Snorkeling Tour and Lunch From Los Cabos

4.La Paz Whale Shark Snorkeling Tour and Lunch From Los Cabos

Swim with gentle whale sharks off La Paz, with wetsuits and gear included, plus fish taco lunch and round-trip transport from Los Cabos.

5.0

“Perfect conditions; perfect host; just wish the fins had toe cutouts. All three of us were in pain using the fins (we have long second toes). Other than that, wonderful.”

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Humpback Whales in Cabo San Lucas - Small-group rules: fewer people, better whale time
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Humpback Whales in Cabo San Lucas

5.Humpback Whales in Cabo San Lucas

Small-group Cabo whale watching with a marine biologist: El Arco, sea lions, then 2.5 hours hunting humpbacks and dolphins.

5.0

“Most amazing nature experience I've ever been a part of. You will love it! Staff was knowledgeable and obviously dedicated to teaching their clientele about these beautiful creatures. It's truly fantastic.”

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Whale Shark Adventure in Isla Mujeres and Cancun - Price and what $155 really buys you
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Whale Shark Adventure in Isla Mujeres and Cancun

Whale Shark Tour from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum and Riviera Maya - Price and Value: What You Pay for (and What You’ll Add)
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Whale Shark Tour from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum and Riviera Maya

7.Whale Shark Tour from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum and Riviera Maya

Small-group whale shark snorkeling from Cancun and Riviera Maya: early pickup, Isla Contoy, Playa Norte lunch, and optional photo/video.

5.0

“Our tour guide Daniel was a lot of fun. We saw so many whale sharks from the surface as well as in the water. It was a perfect day and by going very early in the morning you still have the rest of the day after the tour to enjoy another activity this is really…”

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Whale Sharks Small-Group Tour in Cancun and Riviera Maya - Hotel Pickup and the 8-Hour Day Reality
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Whale Sharks Small-Group Tour in Cancun and Riviera Maya

Whale and Dolphin Watching with a Biologist in Puerto Vallarta - Citizen Science With a Purpose: The Role You Play on the Water
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Whale and Dolphin Watching with a Biologist in Puerto Vallarta

9.Whale and Dolphin Watching with a Biologist in Puerto Vallarta

Biologist-led whale and dolphin watching in Puerto Vallarta with citizen science, a small covered boat, and about 4 hours on the water.

5.0

“It was very informative and the Marine Biologist, Jama was very enthusiastic and answered all of our questions. There was no guessing where the whales were. She and her Captain were able to find them is several places! We saw several breaches and were able to listen to the whale songs with a hydrophone. We…”

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Whale Shark snorkeling tour in a reduced group with local marine biologist - The big planning twist: limited boats, shifting water turns
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Whale Shark snorkeling tour in a reduced group with local marine biologist

10.Whale Shark snorkeling tour in a reduced group with local marine biologist

La Paz whale shark snorkeling in a small group with a marine biologist: 3 hours, wetsuits included, and GoPro photos and videos.

5.0

“We are giving this tour three stars, and we would like to clearly explain why. First of all, the tour itself was beautifully organized. We did see whales, the explanations were very informative, and the focus on animal protection was excellent. Our guide Angel, the marine biologist, was very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. From an…”

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Whale Shark Encounter Full-Day all inclusive Tour from Riviera Maya - Isla Mujeres and Playa Norte: A Pretty Finish With One Big Real-World Limit
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Whale Shark Encounter Full-Day all inclusive Tour from Riviera Maya

11.Whale Shark Encounter Full-Day all inclusive Tour from Riviera Maya

Swim with whale sharks near Punta Sam, then snorkel and relax at Isla Mujeres with lunch and hotel pickup from Playa del Carmen or Cancun.

5.0

“A huge box ✔️ for me and my family,taken out to swim alongside these graceful giants. All round great organisations,timings and value for money”

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Whale Encounter Puerto Vallarta - The boat ride: fast, shaded, and built for whale encounters
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Whale Encounter Puerto Vallarta

12.Whale Encounter Puerto Vallarta

3-hour whale encounter in Puerto Vallarta with a bilingual marine guide, hydrophone, snacks, life vests, and round-trip transport.

5.0

“Rodrigo was an excellent presenter. Eric the perfect captain. They teamed up to ensure our outing exceeded expectations, maximizing opportunities for our group to view whales. They succeeded. It was a great day of whale watching! Thank you Rodrigo and Eric. 👍👍”

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Whale Shark Swimming and Isla Mujeres Beach Tour - Stop 1: Contoy Adventures and the protected-area whale shark encounter
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Whale Shark Swimming and Isla Mujeres Beach Tour

13.Whale Shark Swimming and Isla Mujeres Beach Tour

Swim with whale sharks in a protected area, then unwind at Playa Norte in Isla Mujeres with ceviche and hotel pickup.

5.0

“Swimming alongside the whale sharks was amazing. It was such a memorable experience. It could have been improved if the guide had told us how long we would be in the water (only a couple of minutes) and how many turns we would get. We got two turns each but we weren’t allowed to swim…”

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Whale Watching Cruise In Puerto Vallarta & Nuevo Vallarta - Breakfast and Buffet Lunch: A Real Meal at Sea
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Whale Watching Cruise In Puerto Vallarta & Nuevo Vallarta

14.Whale Watching Cruise In Puerto Vallarta & Nuevo Vallarta

Whale watching on a roomy catamaran in Banderas Bay with breakfast, Mexican buffet lunch, and an included open bar.

5.0

“Our boat was slightly delayed clearing the gangway (25 minutes). We contacted Mikes Fishing and told them, they said when you get off head right to the pier, which we did and they were GONE. they are denying us a refund because it wasn’t their fault. (Wasn’t my fault either). Wouldn’t use Viator or Mike’s…”

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Intimate Eco-Friendly Whale Shark Encounter - Premium Service - The premium gear matters more than you think (wetsuit, fins, and snorkel comfort)
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Intimate Eco-Friendly Whale Shark Encounter – Premium Service

15.Intimate Eco-Friendly Whale Shark Encounter – Premium Service

Intimate La Paz whale shark swim with premium gear, small-group access, eco-friendly practices, and included photo/video moments.

5.0

“Got this as part of our sons Christmas present. They are 26 and 30 and loved every minute of it. was great having only 6 in the boat as you got more time with the whale sharks. They saw about 10 or so and had their go-pro but the guide got some great shots and…”

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