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15 Best Whale Watching Tours In Mexico

The ones worth booking.

The 15 most popular whale watching tours in Mexico right now. What each one is really like, who runs it, and what it costs.

15 Best Whale Watching Tours In Mexico

Luxury Catamaran Whale Watching Cabo San Lucas

Luxury Catamaran Whale Watching Cabo San Lucas - Door-to-Door Pickup in a Van: The Easy Part You’ll Appreciate

1.Luxury Catamaran Whale Watching Cabo San Lucas

Most Popular★ 5.0

Luxury catamaran whale watching from Cabo San Lucas with door-to-door pickup, onboard hydrophone for whale songs, drinks and snacks.

“The employees are amazing and we saw multiple whales just as promised. The boat is beautiful. But it is very challenging to walk on the boat and the rail on the luxury boat low. Older adults or anyone with disabilities should be careful. I am recovering from cancer and I almost fell over board. It’s…”

2,107 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $129.00by Cabo Adventures

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

Whale Watching Cabo-Women crew-Sightings Guaranteed & Free Photos - Hydrophone Time: Hearing Whale Songs While You Search

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

★ 5.0

Whale watching in Cabo San Lucas with a 10-person boat, hydrophone whale songs, El Arco photos, and guaranteed sightings with a free second trip.

“My wife and I carefully searched for a whale watching guide for our cruise to Cabo. Let me say that there's a reason Cabo Nature has the most reviews. These ladies are amazing! Having the tour with experienced marine biologists added so much to the experience. Our guides were so knowledgeable and you could hear…”

1,743 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $100.15by Cabo Nature

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

SMALL GROUP Whale Watch | Cabo San Lucas | Biologist | FREE Pics - El Arco Photos, Lovers Beach Pass-By, and Pelican Rock in a Protected Area

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

★ 5.0

Small-group whale watching in Cabo San Lucas with a marine biologist, hydrophone whale sounds, and free onboard photo service.

“Whale Watch Cabo was amazing. We saw a whole bunch of whales, dolphin, and sealions. For about an hour straight we had breaching humpbacks which was incredible. The marine biologist onboard board was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. The captain was phenomenal and put us in great positions to take pictures of the whales up close,…”

1,106 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $109.00by Whale Watch Cabo

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La Paz Whale Shark Snorkeling Tour and Lunch From Los Cabos

La Paz Whale Shark Snorkeling Tour and Lunch From Los Cabos - The long ride part: what the morning drive is like

Humpback Whales in Cabo San Lucas

Humpback Whales in Cabo San Lucas - Morning timing matters: choosing 08:00 or 11:00 for calmer seas

5.Humpback Whales in Cabo San Lucas

★ 5.0

Small-group Cabo whale watch with a marine biologist. Humpbacks, sea lions, and the Arch, with calmer morning departures for less roll.

“Small boat was great - not packed with people and easy to interact and hear the guide. María was an amazing guide and marine biologist - passionate, knowledgeable, caring for us and the animals. Highly recommend!”

1,005 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $99.00by Cabo Trek

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Whale Shark Adventure in Isla Mujeres and Cancun

Whale Shark Adventure in Isla Mujeres and Cancun - Getting to Black Pearl dock: quick logistics that matter

6.Whale Shark Adventure in Isla Mujeres and Cancun

★ 5.0

Small-group whale shark snorkeling from Isla Mujeres and Cancun. Gear, snacks, lunch, and ceviche included. May–Sep only, 2 short water turns.

“Great trip! Not a ton of Whale Sharks but we weren’t in the optimal time of year and the captain and guide put us on those magnificent fish within 1.5 hours of leaving the dock! Lolo and I totally forget his name but it was 8/23 0800 trip! Both fellows were amazing!”

951 reviews6 hours (approx.)From $155.00by Isla Fun Tours

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

Whale Shark Tour from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum and Riviera Maya - The early morning pickups (and why they matter)

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

★ 5.0

Small-group whale shark swim from Cancun and Riviera Maya. Early pickups, Isla Contoy snorkeling, Playa Norte lunch, and strict reef rules.

“Unless you are a strong open water swimmer you are waisting your time . Extra cost of $20 for the park Then $15 for a wet suit. No wet suit then you must wear a life vest that keeps you upright in the water. Unless you can swim fast you don’t see much 2 jumps.…”

929 reviews6 to 10 hours (approx.)From $199.00by Ocean Tours Mexico

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Whale Sharks Small-Group Tour in Cancun and Riviera Maya

Whale Sharks Small-Group Tour in Cancun and Riviera Maya - Price and Logistics: What $160 Really Buys (and What Costs Extra)

Whale Watching, The Famous Arch and Fast Boat Tour in Los Cabos

Whale Watching, The Famous Arch and Fast Boat Tour in Los Cabos - On the Water: Searching the Sea of Cortes (and the Pacific)

9.Whale Watching, The Famous Arch and Fast Boat Tour in Los Cabos

★ 5.0

Fast zodiac whale watching in Los Cabos with hydrophones, humpback sightings (seasonal), and a return cruise past the Arch.

“Honestly I can’t support a company that also provides swimming with dolphins in captivity. I would have rather supported a conservation company that takes tours.”

693 reviews2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)From $99.00by Cabo Adventures

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Whale and Dolphin Watching with a Biologist in Puerto Vallarta

Whale and Dolphin Watching with a Biologist in Puerto Vallarta - Who you’re actually looking for: humpbacks, dolphins, turtles, mantas

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

★ 5.0

Biologist-led whale and dolphin watching in Puerto Vallarta with humpbacks, hydrophone whale songs, citizen science, and small-boat access.

“This tour has a marine biologist, Jemma, that really knows about whales and dolphins. She understands their patterns and why they are behaving in certain ways. This really added to our experience. We watched a mother whale teach her baby whale how to communicate with her during their migration later in the year. We got…”

666 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $105.00by Wildlife Connection

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

Whale Shark snorkeling tour in a reduced group with local marine biologist - Price and value: why $190.77 can make sense here

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

★ 5.0

Snorkel with gentle whale sharks off La Paz in a small-group tour led by a local marine biologist, with gear, snacks, and GoPro videos included.

“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…”

594 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $190.77by MeXplore

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

Whale Shark Encounter Full-Day all inclusive Tour from Riviera Maya - Breakfast to Boats: Getting Ready for Whale Shark Conditions

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

★ 5.0

Whale shark snorkeling and Isla Mujeres beach time in a 7-hour all-inclusive tour from Playa del Carmen or Cancún.

“Overall the trip was great. Our guide Jane was very friendly, funny and very knowledgeable and passionate about the animals. We seen a whale shark which was amazing then were took snorkelling to a reef and then onto Isla Mujeres for a light lunch. It is a long trip and very tiring, especially waking up…”

519 reviews7 hours (approx.)From $170.00by Eco tours adventure

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Sunsets and Whales Mega Yachts ALL INCLUSIVE: Puerto Vallarta

Sunsets and Whales Mega Yachts ALL INCLUSIVE: Puerto Vallarta - Where the cruise fits into a Puerto Vallarta day

13.Sunsets and Whales Mega Yachts ALL INCLUSIVE: Puerto Vallarta

★ 5.0

A Puerto Vallarta sunset whale-watching cruise on an all-inclusive mega yacht with an open bar, guacamole snacks, and Gulf views.

“It was better than expected. The waiting was marginally tense but when we boarded, we found a very comfortable space and welcoming crew. We were immediately asked if we wish any type of beverage as we sat with anticipation. Instructions were explained as well as expectations. This was important since the whale watching season was…”

509 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $80.00by Chica Locca Tours

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Whale Encounter Puerto Vallarta

Whale Encounter Puerto Vallarta - Whale watching in a small shaded fast boat: close encounters with less fuss

14.Whale Encounter Puerto Vallarta

★ 5.0

Small-group Whale Encounter Puerto Vallarta with bilingual marine guides, hydrophone whale songs, snacks, and round-trip transport.

“Excellent and Carlos is very knowledgeable. I wouldn’t hesitate to go again. We saw many whales and some dolphins.”

469 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $99.00by Eco Explorer Vallarta

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Small Group Whale Shark Snorkeling in La Paz, Mexico

Small Group Whale Shark Snorkeling in La Paz, Mexico - Small-Group Setup: Ten People, Timed Swims, and Conservation Rules

15.Small Group Whale Shark Snorkeling in La Paz, Mexico

★ 5.0

Small-group whale shark snorkeling in La Paz with a marine biologist, top safety rules, wetsuit gear, snacks, and guided rotations.

“We arrived by cruise ship and the communication between Tuna Tuna tours was prompt and so helpful. I was concerned about getting to the activity on time and the tour group reassured me that we would get to the location in plenty of time. We were promptly greeted and checked in. We were the first…”

410 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $190.75by Tuna Tuna Tours

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