Mexico Whale Shark Tours
There are only few places in the world that offer once-in-a-lifetime experience to swim with whale sharks - the largest fish species in the world. Mexico's Isla Mujeres, Holbox and Isla Contoy are exactly those dive sites that are blessed with such an incredible opportunity - to experience whale sharks in their own environment. Between June and mid September hundreds of these gigantic creatures gather close to the shore to feed on blooming plankton and small fish. The density of whale sharks during this period reaches the level that guarantees divers an encounter with not just one whale shark, but a group of up to 20 of them! Because whale sharks, most of the time, feed at the surface, there will be no need for a heavy scuba-diving equipment. To observe these majestic creatures visitors will only need a snorkel, mask and fins. Surrounding waters are also home to many other pelagic species. Divers will have a chance to watch sailfish, golden rays and manta rays, all circling around the slow-moving enormous shadows of whale sharks. The Whale Shark Tour presents fantastic opportunity for underwater photography.