Both sites are among the best places in the world
for Whale Shark sightings You can expect to spot grey reef sharks, leopard sharks and large schools of pelagic!
The library is maintained and used by marine biologists to collect and
analyze whale shark sighting data to learn more about these amazing creatures.
We recommend February to April as the best time to visit Khao Lak to dive the Similan Islands; this is prime manta and
whale shark sighting season, the visibility is very good, and the weather is dry and sunny.
Located between the islands of Koh Samui and Koh Tao, Koh Phangan is an iconic Thai diving destination renowned
for whale shark sightings and access to some of the best dive sites in the region.
Whale shark sightings here are unique to anywhere in the world as these sharks have learnt to tag along with fishermen, sucking on fishnets for small bait fish left behind.
Whale sharks sightings are pretty frequent too - keep your fingers crossed!
Just like all roads led to Rome, Sheldon Hey figures most routes lead to the Similan Islands, Thailand's national marine park famed for its beauty and
whale shark sightings.
IMPORTANT:
Whale Shark sightings may be challenging so we can't guarantee an observation — we are at the mercy of sea and weather conditions as well as the eating patterns of wild animals.
Sail Rock (Hin Bai)-- This 30 metre / 100 foot submerged rock pinnacle is often regarded as the best dive site in the Gulf of Thailand and one of the best sites for
whale shark sightings.
These are famous for
whale shark sightings and stunning coral formations.