Shared wildlife excursions with English-speaking guides
Riviera Maya Small Group Tours
Choose a full day exploring Sian Kaan’s coastal reserve or a seasonal boat trip to look for whale sharks off Cancun. These are shared departures with other travelers; each tour has its own group limit and participation requirements.
Two ways to explore the coast
Sian Kaan small-group tour: boat travel through lagoons and mangroves, wildlife observation and lunch in Punta Allen.
Whale shark tour from Cancun: an open-water wildlife excursion during the operating season, with snorkeling equipment and a light meal.
Check the details before booking
Send your accommodation in Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Akumal or Tulum so we can confirm pickup arrangements. Tell us children’s ages and swimming confidence. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed, and water activities depend on conditions.
For a day with your own group, compare private Riviera Maya tours.
Looking for another shared excursion?
Ask us about departures for your travel dates. These routes require confirmation of availability, group format and guide language before booking:
- Chichen Itza, cenote and Valladolid
- Tulum ruins and Akumal snorkeling
- Coba and Punta Laguna
- Holbox Island
- Isla Mujeres
- Bacalar Lagoon
- Rio Lagartos, Ek Balam and Las Coloradas
Send your dates, hotel address and group size so we can confirm the available options and complete price.
Add excursion photography
Be in the photographs together. Our 5,900 MXN photography package includes 50 edited photos, 3–5 highlights within 24 hours and a private gallery within 5 business days. Check photographer availability for your date.
SIAN KA'AN DELUXE
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sian Ka’an, a pristine biosphere reserve where you can witness diverse wildlife and stunning natural beauty.
WHALE SHARK
Dive into an unforgettable adventure swimming alongside the majestic whale sharks, the gentle giants of the sea, in their natural environment.



