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Ningaloo Reef is a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its guaranteed whale shark sightings policy and use of spotter planes. Visitors can enjoy snorkeling tours combined with coral reef exploration and sightings of manta rays. The site is stringently regulated with professional operators, providing a high-quality ecotourism experience during the peak season of March to July.
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Utila offers Caribbean whale shark sightings combined with a research station and is budget-friendly with backpacker infrastructure. Visitors can participate in dive encounters, research, and dive training, with best sightings from March-April and September-December.
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South Ari Atoll features year-round juvenile whale sharks within a Marine Protected Area. Activities include diving and snorkeling, liveaboard trips, and resort programs focused on conservation. With a well-developed infrastructure, whale shark encounters peak from August to November but are possible year-round.
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Christmas Island attracts seasonal whale shark visitors with moderate tourism infrastructure. It offers unique island ecosystems and seasonal marine wildlife encounters.
View details →Donsol is known for its community-based conservation model with strict interaction rules to protect whale sharks. Visitors can enjoy snorkeling only, BIO boats, and firefly river tours. This well-regulated destination offers peak whale shark sightings from February to May, especially March-April. It is recognized as the "Whale Shark Capital" of the Philippines.
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