Whale shark watching
Protected Area
Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental
Why dive here
With 143+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, mandarin fish and pufferfish - Whale shark watching offers some of Bohol's richest diving. Water ranges 28-30°C, warmest May, June, July.
Bohol offers encounters with whale sharks, often seen cruising through shallower waters. These interactions are generally snorkel-based, though some operators facilitate diving nearby for those who prefer to observe from a distance. It's an accessible way to see these gentle giants, particularly appealing to those new to large animal encounters or divers wanting a shallower, more relaxed experience. Be aware that the popularity of these sites can mean crowds.
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Deep Zone Dive Center
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Harold's Dive Center
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Whale shark watching
Whale shark watching Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Whale shark watching, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (9.86, 123.34) (28km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 29.1–31°C
Current Speed
6 cm/s
Direction: S (180°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.081 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
33.18 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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