Oslob Whale Shark Watching - Dancing with Whale Sharks
The southern town of Oslob in Cebu is an ideal location for whale shark watching, renowned worldwide for its unique whale shark interaction activities. It's one of the few places globally where whale sharks can be observed consistently throughout the year, attracting diving enthusiasts and nature explorers from around the world. No professional diving certification is required here - with just basic snorkeling gear, visitors can get up close to these gentle giants and witness their majestic grace as they glide through the azure waters.
Adult whale sharks measure 8-15 m in length, and even BABY whale sharks are at least 4-6 m long. Swimming alongside them is undeniably thrilling! But don't worry—if you lack confidence in snorkeling or want to see whale sharks up close without swimming, you can choose to watch from the boat and still admire their massive size!
Whale sharks are massive yet gentle creatures, offering a safe and stress-free experience even for beginners. When approaching them, you'll be awestruck by their enormous yet docile presence as they swim and feed near travelers. You can clearly observe their distinctive white spots and experience the wonder of dancing with these ocean giants.
[Rules to Note] 1. Do not touch the whale sharks and maintain a safe distance; 2. Avoid using flash when taking photos to prevent disturbing the whale sharks; 3. Refrain from applying sunscreen—opt for physical sun protection methods such as wearing a rash guard; 4. Visitors who wish to enter the water and swim with the whale sharks must not apply any sunscreen. Turn off the flash when photographing whale sharks with a camera or phone, do not touch them, and keep a distance. Guests with heart conditions should not upgrade to deep diving. Visitors who will be flying within 18 hours should not upgrade to deep diving. Visitors with heart conditions must inform the guide in advance and should not enter the water to observe the whale sharks; they may watch from the boat.
Friendly reminder: Whale sharks are wild marine animals in their natural habitat. Their appearance is influenced by weather, sea conditions, and the animals' own activity patterns, which are natural phenomena. We cannot guarantee a 100% sighting rate, though the probability exceeds 90%. Visitors with high expectations for viewing results should book cautiously. If sighting becomes impossible due to force majeure, only the admission ticket fee for this activity will be refunded, while incurred transportation and guide service fees are non-refundable. Placing a booking signifies that you have read and agreed to these terms. Thank you for your understanding and support!
Friendly reminder
1. Please bring swimwear/swim trunks/towels and an extra set of clothes for changing.
2. As the departure time is early, please prepare breakfast in advance. Most hotels can provide breakfast to-go service, which can be arranged with the front desk the day before.
3. Travelers who wish to swim with whale sharks must not apply any sunscreen products, touch the whale sharks, or approach them too closely!
4. Due to the long journey, travelers prone to motion sickness should take anti-nausea medication in advance.
5. Smoking in vehicles is strictly prohibited under Philippine laws and regulations.
6. Do not touch the whale sharks when swimming with them, and turn off the flash when taking photos.
7. Since the Whale Shark Attraction requires visitors to be present to obtain a queue number, and there may be long queues during peak times, please wait patiently for your number to be called.