INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE WITH SAILFISH IN ISLA MUJERES
SWIM WITH SAILFISH IN ISLA MUJERES
There is something magical when you find yourself swimming with the sailfish in Isla Mujeres, it is the feeling of belonging to a pack or a group. These powerful creatures get their name from their spectacular dorsal fin that stretches almost the whole length of their body.
Sailfish are members of the billfish family and can be identified by their distinctive spears, their blue-grey in color and white underbelly. They can grow up to 11ft in length and weigh up to 220 pounds. They are very agile swimmers and sometimes they perform amazing jumps above the water.
– Sailfish are the fastest fish in the ocean with recorded speeds of up to 110 km hour –
We offer an opportunity to swim with and learn more about the fascinating feeding habits of the sailfish in Isla Mujeres.
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO FREE DIVE WITH THE SAILFISH IN ISLA MUJERES
THE SEARCH
The key part to be able to swim with the sailfish is to find them first! The most common advice a captain will give is just follow the birds. Although the principle seems simple, you will discover there are a tremendous amount of implications for this. Check out our sailfish adventure article to learn more about it.
HIT AND RUN OPERATION
Sailfish usually attack a school of sardines in groups and force the sardines to the surface by encircling them. This movement attracts sea birds that hover over the sailfish and try to get a piece of the bait. This is when we try to approach the group and swim with them. By observing the behavior of the birds, we can determine how much time we have left to swim with them until the hunt is over.
SWIM SHOW
The sail on a sailfish is normally kept folded down while swimming and raised only when the sailfish attacks the sardines. On average, each encounter will last about 30 minutes and totally depends on the size of the bait ball and how fast it is being attacked.
SAILFISH TOURS
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SAILFISH TOUR
$180 USD (Per Person)
$160 USD (Group 3-5)
$145 USD (Group 6-10)
Price per Person
Visit the Sailfish and learn about them in this amazing experience
PRIVATE SAILFISH TOUR
$1000 USD (Private Boat)
Book NowLevel up the experience and take our Private Sailfish Tour option for up to 6 people
ACTIVITY DETAILS
THE BEST ITINERARY
Itinerary (5 Hours): This Activity is possible at any itinerary from 7 am until 9 am if you book it private, however we recommend a schedule of 7:00 am.
- 7:00 am – Meet at the Mexico Divers shop on Isla Mujeres
- 7:30 am – Briefing and boat departure
- 9:30 am – Sailfish search and snorkel
- 11:30 am – Lunch at Playa Norte
- 1:00 pm – Return to Mexico Divers shop
ACTIVITY INCLUDES:
- Bilingual Guide
- Fins, Mask, Life Jacket
- Coffee in the office
- Snacks or Fruit
- Water, Sodas
- Sandwiches and Fish Ceviche
BRING WITH YOU: Bring sunscreen, towel, sun glasses, hat, long sleeved shirt
EQUIPMENT: All snorkeling gear is included.
GALLERY
MEMORABLE ADVENTURE
5 MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
DON’T MISS THE ADVENTURE
How long does it takes to get to the Sailfish Area?
Approximately 1 hour cruising towards the eastern part of the island.
Can we arrange pickup from hotel before or after the Sailfish Tour?
Yes. We can pick you up from your rental house or hotel provided they a dock where we are able to park our boat.
Can we bring some beers for the ride?
Yes, however for safety reasons, you may only consume them after the swimming activity is done!
Can we skip the use of the life Jacket?
The use of Life Jacket is mandatory by law unless you have a Skin Diving, Free Diving or Scuba Diving Certificate. Some extra precautions need to be made in this case and it is required to advise our staff in advance.
Is the ride out to the Sailfish bumpy?
Our boats are well designed and in the grand majority of the cases it is a sweet smooth ride. If the weather is too rough to go out, we will reschedule your trip for a day with better weather!
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