Donsol — Whale Shark Interaction Dive Site — Philippines

About Donsol — Whale Shark Interaction

An open-water interaction site in the Sorsogon province where whale sharks congregate to feed on plankton from November to June. Snorkelers and freedivers join local spotters on traditional boats to swim alongside these 6–12 meter filter feeders. Unlike Oslob, the Donsol experience is entirely wild and unbaited, considered more ethical and natural.

Site Information

• Depth: 1–10 m
• Difficulty: beginner
• Site type: open-water
• Best time: Nov-Jun (peak Feb-May)
• Region: Philippines

Highlights

• Wild whale sharks
• Ethical encounters
• Snorkeling
• Seasonal

Marine Life at Donsol — Whale Shark Interaction

• Thresher Shark
• Whale Shark
• Mandarin Fish
• Triggerfish
• Pufferfish
• Anthias
• Sweetlips
• Surgeonfish

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