Bohol Whale Shark Interaction Tour - Half Day

1. Although the price was a bit expensive (three people rented a car for more than 7,000 yuan), I was really happy to see the whale shark. 2. The driver to Lila was Raqiel. He was very nice and punctual. He helped to look after my things, buy tickets and do all sorts of things. He took care of me in every possible way. But in the end I still chose to send my things at the counter. It was very convenient. There was a CCTV at the place where I sent my things. I just had to give the key to the driver. 3. GＯＰＲＯ rental costs money. The diving instructor will help take a lot of photos. It's really 100 points. Excluding the price, it's a really good experience. Although the local whale shark watching is cheaper, I feel that the quality in the wild should be similar. I'm not sure if the shuttle is so expensive, but it's always the first time to spend money as an experience.

it has been great and amazing exprience!! guide took for us wonderful pictures. We felt very nice mood at there thank you

It's a very worthwhile trip. It only takes 40 minutes to drive from Alona beach to the place where you can see whale sharks. The driver will pick you up at the hotel. You don't have to leave four hours early like the main island of Cebu. If you take a Go Pro into the water to take pictures, the store will charge you 200 pesos for photography, but you can give the camera to the boatman and he will take pictures for you. It was really shocking and touching to see such a big and gentle creature passing under the belly.

The Whale Shark Interaction tour was an unforgettable adventure for me and my 10-year-old daughter. From the moment our knowledgeable driver picked us up at the hotel to the end of our day, the experience was nothing short of amazing. Our driver shared fascinating insights about the area and the whale sharks, including his personal journey from hunting these majestic creatures to promoting tourism to protect them. His passion for conservation added a meaningful layer to our trip. If you're planning to go, I highly recommend renting a GoPro to capture the magic. Although we had an issue with water leaking into our GoPro on the first round, which resulted in some blurry photos and videos, the tour manager went above and beyond. After showing them the issue, they gave us the latest GoPro model and allowed us to go out again at no extra charge. That level of service speaks volumes about their commitment to making sure guests have an amazing experience. Our dive guide, Renald, was fantastic, taking incredible photos and videos of us both in and out of the water. His enthusiasm and expertise made us feel at ease. The entire island community seems deeply committed to providing the best experience, showcasing genuine hospitality and a sincere desire to make you feel welcome. Not once did anyone ask for tips, but their dedication made us more than happy to give them. It was heartwarming when some workers even tried to return the tips, as though they didn’t feel deserving. One thing to note: while there’s a five-meter distance rule for the whale sharks, these gentle giants often bump into you, making the encounter even more surreal. This tour is an absolute must-do. The priceless memories and once-in-a-lifetime moments we shared are something we’ll cherish forever.

easy transport from hotel and back! our guide was timely. the experience was MAJESTIC! 🥹 whale sharks are now my fave!! just a little sad that people weren’t sticking to the 5 meter away rule. :( please stick rules if you do this tour, it’s so worth it but we also need to be responsible tourists. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! ps!! bring a waterproof case for your phone for pictures!

What an experience!! Our driver Glen picked us up from Alona Beach and we drove approx 45 minutes to Albuquerque. As there were only 3 of us, Glen spoke with the Whale Shark team and was able to fit us in the spare space on another group’s boat so we did not have to wait for long. Life jackets fitted, we took the shirt still down to the water and out to the boat. Less than 5 minutes later we were in the water and swimming with the giant beauties!! I swam away from the boat and was able to watch the whale sharks from a distance before raising one was swimming towards me, big mouth open with tiny little yellow fish swimming alongside. I stayed still as he glided down under me. WHAT AN EXPERIENCE!!!!! Cannot recommend this private pick up and whale shark experience enough!!!! Thanks Glen

Snorkeling with whale sharks in Bohol is an unforgettable experience. In the clear waters, you can witness the graceful swimming of these majestic creatures, bringing unprecedented excitement and a feeling of being closer to nature.

Used on January 28, 2024. 1 guide, 1 driver. Pick up at 7 o'clock. 45 minutes from Alona Peach. Wait about 1 hour. Go out on a boat and play with whale sharks for about 40 minutes. 45 minutes back to the accommodation. I had a great time. It's better to pack swimsuits, towels, and everything else in the car. The boat is small, so there's nowhere to play. If you go to Bohol, you must try this. We gave the guide 100 pesos as a tip.

Life is unlocked and you are so happy to have a close date with a whale shark! I can’t swim🏊🏼but the coach (boatman) will take good care of you and accompany you when you swim! Please, you must see it in your lifetime (I am in love with such a cute whale shark)

The quality of the boats can be improved. no where it was mentioned that there is no place to change on the boat. And we spend only 30 minutes in the water out of the total tour which I felt was less.