Whale shark swimming

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WHALE SHARK SWIMMING

Rhincodon typus.  The sole living member of its family, the whale shark is the world's largest living fish. Its massive, fusiform body reaches lengths in excess of 46' (14m). It has alternating thin white vertical bars and columns of spots on a dark background, with long ridges along the upper side of the body and a prominent lateral keel. The narrow mouth extends across the full width of its flattened head. The eyes are small and far forward on the head. Each nostril has a small barbel and the gill slits are long and extend above the pectoral fins. Above the relatively small pelvic fins are the first of two dorsal fins. The powerful caudal fin is semicircular.
   It was well-developed internal spongy filters at the gill arches, which help to retain small prey within its huge mouth. This mechanism may impede the flow of water through the mouth during swimming, which limits the amount of plankton the shark can strain. So, as well as filter feeding, it can also pump water into its mouth to feed on concentrated patches of plankton.

A world class tour
A great opportunity to observe these “gentle giants”
In their natural habitat

This is the only place in the world where whale sharks congregate in large numbers.

    •    The boats are safe, fast, and comfortable
    •    The crew are seasoned veterans.  They will answer your questions and make it a memorable experience.
    •    Includes light lunch, bottled water, sodas, and snorkeling gear

Tour Prices

$ 125.00 US per person

 Premium boats

All equipped with WC and shade

“MAGISTER”         10 persons

“MARLIN MAGIC”  10 persons

“GAVILAN”              9 persons