DONSOL SORSOGON

WHALE SHARK CAPITAL

Rhincodon typus

Best animal encounter in Asia

Donsol is a popular tourist destination for the whale sharks that can be seen in the bordering seas. It is nicknamed the "Whale Shark Capital of the World", with the largest number of recorded sightings of whale sharks anywhere in the world. Swimming with whale sharks was featured as the "Best Animal Encounter in Asia" by Time Magazine in 2004. Whale sharks can be seen all-year round except during typhoons, with presence peaking between February and May.

CODE OF CONDUCT

To ensure that you will have a safe, enjoyable experience and to prevent he animals from being disturbed, the following code of conduct are strictly implemented when interacting with the whale sharks.

-Do not touch or ride the Whale Shark.
-Do not restrict the movement of the Whale Shark, or impede its natural path.
-Maintain a distance of 3 meters from the head or body of the Whale Shark, and 4 meters from its tail.
-Do not use flash photography.
-Do not use SCUBA gear, scooters, jet skis or any other motorized underwater propulsion machines.
-A maximum of six (6) swimmers per Whale Shark is allowed, and only one (1) boat per Whale Shark.

• WHALE SHARKS ARE WILD ANIMALS
• RESPECT SAFETY REGULATIONS

HOW TO GET THERE

There are two ways to get to Donsol, Sorsogon. One is via Legazpi City in Albay, an hour-long flight or a ten-hour bus ride from Manila. From Legazpi, another hour by hired land vehicle takes one to Donsol. THe other approach to Donsol is via Sorsogon,Sorsogon-about twelve hours by bus from Manila. Transfer by jeep or taxi for another hour to get to Donsol. Once within Donsol town proper, pump boats for hire may be arranged for your excursion to interact the whale sharks.

***ENJOY YOUR STAY IN DONSOL, SORSOGON.***