Mexico is widely regarded as the world's most important whale shark destination for in-water encounters. This North Yucatan aggregation near Isla Mujeres, Contoy and Holbox is the country's flagship site, with peak numbers in July and August.

About This Spot

Best Months to Visit

See Whale Shark in Isla Mujeres–Holbox-Contoy. Best months: July, August, June (up to 90% sighting chance). Watching, Snorkeling, Swimming. Plan your wildlife trip with Fauneya.

July: 90%
August: 90%
June: 75%
September: 70%
May: 60%

Practical Information

Location: Isla Mujeres–Holbox-Contoy
Coordinates: 21.5000, -86.8000
Effort: day trip
Accessibility: Easy
Observation mode: Watching, Snorkeling, Swimming

Other Spots for Whale Shark

Al Shaheen offshore field - 90%
Teluk Cenderawasih (Cenderawasih Bay) - 85%
Donsol Bay (Sorsogon) - 80%
Mafia Island (Kilindoni Bay) - 80%
Oslob (Cebu) – provisioning (feeding) site - 80%
Kaimana – Bird’s Head Seascape - 80%