Is Donsol Whale Shark Season happening right now?
As of today, out of season, returns ~November. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Each year the coastal waters around Donsol, Sorsogon host predictable aggregations of the whale shark, Rhincodon typus.
Eco-tour operators run regulated snorkeling encounters during a defined season when plankton concentrations attract feeding animals close to shore.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Donsol Whale Shark Interaction Zone (Donsol Town) |
| Brgy. Rizal Pier - Alternative Launch Point |
| + 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
This is the short version
This page shows a taste. The app has the full list of where to see this, the exact timing, and live conditions for 1,000+ natural phenomena worldwide, so you know the moment one is genuinely worth the trip.