Whale Shark Dive & Snorkel
From the full moon to last quarter in the months of April, May and June, Gladden Spit on the Main Belize Barrier Reef comes alive with the aggregation of several different species of Snappers, Jacks and other Pelagic species. The spawning of snappers attracts the world’s largest fish; the Whale Shark (Rhicondon Typus) which feeds on the spawn and other plankton in this nutrient rich part of the reef. Even though the Whale Shark can be seen in other tropical waters, Gladden spit in Belize offers the opportunity to scuba dive and snorkel with this magnificent creature. The Whale Shark Zone is in the Gladden Spit and Silk Cayes Marine Reserve which is co-manage by the Belize Fisheries Department and Southern Environmental Association(SEA) who provides excellent management of the activities inside the park.
DIVING: 2 tank dives US$250 per person
SNORKELING: US$175 per person
Cost includes park fees, lunch, gear and guide
Duration: 7-8 hours
Minimum of 4pax required
Whale shark dates for 2023 are as follows:
April 8th to 14th
May 5th to 12th
June 4th to 10th
DIVING: 2 tank dives US$250 per person
SNORKELING: US$175 per person
Cost includes park fees, lunch, gear and guide
Duration: 7-8 hours
Minimum of 4pax required
Whale shark dates for 2023 are as follows:
April 8th to 14th
May 5th to 12th
June 4th to 10th
While no one can summon beasts from the deep and guarantee seeing whale sharks, Warren was very knowledgeable about the geography of Gladden Spit, gave thorough dive briefings, and navigated right to the best possible locations to see them. First dive, we were in the water 3 minutes and a whale shark surfaced right in front of us (3 divers - 5 snorkelers), we watched the shark for at least 35 minutes! I saw whale sharks 3 of 4 dives, sometimes 2-3 at a time.
-M.B.
