This experience is a snorkel-only expedition! No scuba certification required – this adventure is designed for everyone.

Whether you're a seasoned snorkeler or a first-timer, this experience is open to all.

All that's needed is your comfort with a mask and snorkel in the open ocean environment.

Several airlines serve Cancun International Airport (CUN).

Some of the major international airlines that commonly operate flights to and from Cancun include:

1. American Airlines

2. Delta Air Lines

3. United Airlines

4. Southwest Airlines

5. Aeromexico

6. JetBlue Airways

7. British Airways

8. Air Canada

Check with the airlines for the most up-to-date information on flights.

ARRIVAL DAY:
Upon your arrival at Cancun International Airport (CUN), A member of our team will be waiting for you in front of the arrivals building (#3) between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM. You'll be comfortably transported via a private van to the Puerto Juarez ferry port, its a 30-45 minute drive.

Once at the ferry port, a brief and enjoyable 30-minute ferry ride will take you to Isla Mujeres.

Upon arrival on the island, a taxi service will promptly deliver you to our hotel for the week.

In the rare event of flight delays or if you are running late, please note that you may need to make your own way to the hotel. We will provide you with detailed directions to guide your taxi driver to ensure a smooth journey to the island.

DEPARTURE DAY:
On the day of your departure, a taxi service will pick you up in the early morning from our hotel at (7:30AM), and transport you to the ferry (8AM).

Upon returning to Cancun, our driver will be waiting to pick you up at the ferry port (8:40 AM).

You'll be dropped off in front of the Cancun International Airport departure building (9:30 -10AM), making your journey back home hassle-free.

We recommend scheduling return flights for departure after 12NOON to ensure a stress-free and seamless experience.

Please note that if you have booked an earlier flight, you may need to organize your own transportation to the airport. We will guide you on the best way to organize it.

Please note that these expeditions involve wild animal encounters, and while there is never any guarantee of sighting wildlife, we strategically plan our visits during the best times of the year for the greatest chances of success.

Over the past two decades, our whale shark expeditions have achieved an outstanding track record, consistently spotting these magnificent creatures every season.

Whether witnessing the spectacle of over 200 whale sharks feeding together or encountering a smaller group, each trip offers a unique and awe-inspiring experience.

Every encounter is different, and the duration is solely at the discretion of the animals.

We want to highlight that touching wildlife is strictly NOT permitted.

Participants caught manhandling wildlife may be asked to leave the water or the area.

It's essential to maintain a safe distance and show utmost respect towards wildlife.

Furthermore, if the animal is not interested in interacting with us or shows signs of stress, we will leave the animal alone and go find other wildlife to encounter. 



YOUR SAFETY AND THE WELL-BEING OF THE ANIMALS ARE OUR TOP PRIORITIES.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in preserving the beauty of the wildlife and their environment.

Solo Travelers signing up for land-based trips individually will be charged the single occupancy rate.

To help keep costs down, you have the option to inform us if you would like to share a room with another solo guest of the same sex.

We'll make every effort to find you a roommate. However, if no one else wishes to share, you will be charged for a single room.

A non-refundable deposit of $800 USD is required to reserve a space on SDM adventures.


50% of the expedition cost (balance) is due 180 days prior to departure.


100% of the expedition cost (balance) is due 90 days prior to departure.


A 4% surcharge is applied to payments made via credit card.


A 3% paypal surcharge is applied to payments made using paypal.


Payments can also be made via wire transfer. Just let us know and we will send you the bank transfer info. 
Please add $40 to cover bank fees.


Payments can be made by mailing a U.S. Check, or U.S. Money Order Payable to:


SDM adventures:

332 East 15th St.

San Juan, Texas 78589

All cancellations made more than 120 days prior to departure will receive refund (less an administrative fee of $800 USD per person). This fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. However, if we manage to fill the trip after you cancel, we will apply the deposit towards any of our trips that you sign up for, during the following 12 months. If you cancel again during that period, you will lose the deposit.


Cancellations made (91 to 120), calendar days prior to departure, are assessed a cancellation fee of 50% of the entire trip price, (including extensions).


Cancellations made within 90 days of departure date will not be refunded, therefore we strongly recommend all guest purchase travel insurance.


All cancellations must be made in writing by mail or by email to sdm@sharkdivermag.com, - received and acknowledged by SDM Adventures.


We are not responsible for cancellations due to medical or other reasons.


No fees will be refunded if you withdraw after an expedition begins.


We are not responsible for any fees associated with non-refundable air travel, we highly recommend the purchase of travel insurance.