This classic Maldivian liveaboard itinerary departs from Malé, offering some of the finest dive sites in the central atolls and the chance of
a whale shark encounter.
Hopefully next year I can have
my whale shark encounter too!
It is at this time that these two spectacular pinnacles deliver a Manta Ray or
Whale Shark encounter on 70 % of our HinDaengLiveaboard Dive Safaris from Phuket Island.
Remember, even without
a Whale Shark encounter, Richelieu still offers a concentration and diversity of marine life found at few other places; it is a sight not to be missed!
For North America travelers, the most consistent and convenient destination for
a whale shark encounter lies just off the northeast coast of Mexico's Yucatan peninsula.
You have amazing wreck dives where you can swim through incredible WWII shipwrecks, colorful reefs, millions of sardines, and
whale shark encounters.
I do admit to personally fearing that one might swallow me accidentally, however, after multiple
whale shark encounters, I am pleased to say that they have no interest in me whatsoever.
Kalanggaman is famous for its very long sandbar (and coral, many fish, and occasional
whale shark encounters), and Maripipi is a not yet known volcanic island and makes a great break after diving in Sambauan.
Though they don't accumulate in the same numbers as the Caribbean islands,
whale shark encounters from La Paz are easier to accomplish.
Popular tours to Isla Espiritu Santo or the sea lion colony at Los Islotes often include
whale shark encounters.
For reliable and regular
Whale shark encounters at seasonal times we also visit Gladden Spit.
Also, about twenty nine miles from Placencia's coast is Gladden Spit, a hot spot for
Whale Shark Encounters.
Scuba diving may be your first priority, but there are also a number of unique sites better suited to snorkeling, including summer
whale shark encounters, certain cenotes, the mangrove channels of the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve, the Museo Subacuático underwater sculpture park and the snorkel - only marine reserve at Puerto Morelos.
Diving Cenderawasih Bay in Indonesia is a must - do for those who want prolonged, up - close
whale shark encounters.
For uncrowded dive sites and
whale shark encounters, book your holiday between May and November.
In the waters just off the Yucatan Peninsula lies one of the world's top and most consistent spots for
whale shark encounters.
But Richelieu Rock is much more than a site just for
whale shark encounters.
Home to predictable
whale shark encounters and the southern barrier reef, diving in Placencia is quickly becoming a popular alternative in Belize.
Not exact matches
The Wildbook for
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Whale Sharks photo - identification library is a visual database of whale shark (Rhincodon typus) encounters and of individually catalogued whale s
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For a couple of hours the humpback
whale calf swam in circles, pursued by between 10 and 20
sharks, says cinematographer Morne Hardenberg, who witnessed the
encounter (see top picture).
To address this challenge, researchers harnessed modern technology, creating an online photo database called Wildbook for
Whale Sharks and enlisted the help of ecotourists and citizens across the globe to upload any images of whale sharks they happened to see or encounter anywhere in the w
Whale Sharks and enlisted the help of ecotourists and citizens across the globe to upload any images of whale sharks they happened to see or encounter anywhere in the
Sharks and enlisted the help of ecotourists and citizens across the globe to upload any images of
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whale sharks they happened to see or encounter anywhere in the
sharks they happened to see or
encounter anywhere in the world.
Along the way she
encounters old friends and new — notable among them a pair of grumbly sea lions (played by former The Wire antagonists Idris Elba and Dominic West), an ill - humored octopus named Hank (Ed O'Neill), a
whale shark named Destiny (Kaitlin Olson) whom Dory knew as a child, and a beluga
whale named Bailey (Ty Burrell).
It's known as a place to
encounter Whale Sharks as they migrate along the coast, and some companies use «spotter planes» to locate the
Whale Sharks, giving you a much greater chance of diving with them.
Hammerhead
sharks, killer
whales, eagle rays, sea lions,
whale sharks, reef fish, turtles, morays, iguanas and the occasional blue - footed booby diving for a morning snack can all be
encountered on a Galapagos dive.
I luckily
encountered a
whale shark randomly when I was snorkeling in Costa Rica but unfortunately didn't get a pic of it!
Among the Turtles we often
encounter banded sea snakes, nudiebranchs, lionfish of many variations, scorpionfish, leaf scorpionfish, white reef
sharks and on the lucky days we see mantas, eagle rays and yes
whale sharks!!!
If you're lucky, on some dives, you may
encounter reef
sharks, turtles, and even
whale sharks!
We provide you with all the necessary gear to have a successful day whether we are going deep sea fishing, bottom fishing, in - shore fishing, spear fishing,
whale shark or sailfish
encounters, from snorkel gear, spear guns, Penn and Shimano rods and reels, light tackle, bait, lures, teasers, to your captain and mate.
Gain your PADI certification and explore the colourful reefs of these tropical waters as you
encounter whale sharks and manta rays.
In the months from June to September, this is the place to be for
encounters with truly large
whale sharks, which may reach lengths of 45 feet.
But these are also the best months for
encounters with Darwin and Wolf's big - ticket
encounters, from packs of Galapagos, silky and schooling hammerhead
sharks to
whale sharks.
Here divers can enjoy the
encounters with barracuda, snappers, blue - spotted rays, cuttlefish, puffer fish, lionfish, reef
sharks, moray eels and if you are lucky or in the right season hawksbill turtle and
whale sharks.
At the other end of the spectrum, Manta Ridge provides
encounters with rays, and
whale sharks gather at Cenderawasih Bay.
From the urban jungle of Manila to
encountering whale sharks in Cebu to the exploring the mysterious Chocolate Hills in Bohol, the Philippines are blessed with outstanding natural sites, and offer you unforgettable memories.
Please note the
encounter success rate is lower in March than in other months so we do not pre-book guests for
whale shark diving for the March
whale shark moon.
All of Splash Dive Centers scuba diving and snorkelling staff are PADI professionals and registered with the Belizean Tourism Operators association, and for our
Whale shark tours, they are educated and licensed for proper interaction with
Whale sharks, so you get the most from your
encounter and trip to Gladden Spit when the
Whale sharks are in season.
When it's low season on the west coast, May to October, Koh Samui represents the best option in the Gulf for some great scuba diving and a strong chance of
encountering whale sharks.
Even if you don't
encounter a
Whale Shark on your dives at Richelieu the enormous variety of marine life will not leave you disappointed.
Encounters with the rare
Whale Shark is an incredible experience and Richelieu is among the best places in the world to see these animals.
One a single dive here last season we
encountered a 4 meter Manta Ray and 5 minutes later a 9 meter
Whale Shark.
Richelieu Rock - Thailand's most famous dive site and one of the best places in the world to have an
encounter with a
Whale Shark.
With annual
Whale Shark migrations in Thailand, the best way to
encounter one of the big boys is on a Similan Liveaboard cruise.
With this detailed information, Seahorse Dive Shop presents the best opportunity for
encountering these docile and easily approached
Whale Sharks.
Likely animal
encounters include
sharks, dolphins, seals,
whales,
whale sharks and big schools of fish.
Secondly, I get to see some incredible sights underwater, much more so than I would be able to as a once - a-year recreational diver: Mola Mola, Thresher
sharks, Tiger
sharks and Humpback
whale encounters have all been unforgettable experiences.
Watch this video of the MV Panunee, including footage from the cabins and indoor saloon, as well as scenes from diving in Burma and the Similan Islands, where you can
encounter mantas, eagle and sting rays,
whale sharks, leopard
sharks and more.
From time to time large pelagics are
encountered such as
whale sharks, manta rays and
whales.
From September to March is the best time to potentially
encounter tiger
sharks, killer
whales, humpback
whales,
whale sharks, pilot
whales, and spinner dolphins.
By the end of the trip when I lay down to rest, what flashed upon my inward eye were memories of
encounters with manta rays, schools of eagles rays, a mighty
whale shark up close, nurse
sharks and stingrays buzzing around me, and getting lost in big schools of fish.
Visit when migratory
whale sharks pass by for an unforgettable
encounter.