
Donsol Whaleshark Interaction (from Legazpi)
fromSwimming alongside the whale sharks in the sea is one of the ultimate bucket-list experiences. Donsol in Bicol Philippines is one of the few places in the world that can offer an almost assured whale shark sighting.
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Travel Style Holiday Type
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Activity Level Fairly Easy
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Category Private Tour
On this tour, you will have the opportunity to swim with the gigantic whale sharks off the coast of Donsol.
Donsol is a popular destination for whale shark interaction where the sightings are frequent.
In the months of November through June whale sharks converge in the Donsol bay and stay for 6 to 7 months feeding on the rich nutrients coming out of the mouth of the Donsol river.
Tour Highlights
- Swim with Whalesharks
Best time to travel
Whaleshark sightings is from November to June.
Weather Conditions
This tour is weather dependent and may be subject to cancellations. In case we have to cancel the trip due to adverse weather conditions and you are not able to reschedule for another day, then you will receive a full refund.
Recommended things to bring
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Sandals/flip-flop
- A small backpack
Child Policy
0-4 years old: free of charge
5-11 years old: 70% discount
- Legazpi Hotel pick up/drop off
- Boat and tour guide
- Snorkeling equipment
- Registration fees
In Oslob, the locals regularly feed the whale sharks with krills to keep them in the area. This guarantees sighting all-year round.
The whaleshark tourism in Donsol is more eco-sustainable and whale sharks are not fed by the locals, therefore the sighting is not guaranteed.
Whale shark watching in Donsol is a seasonal activity following the animals’ migration pattern.