As of today, in season, building toward peak (~September 1). Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) pass through southern Omani waters and are encountered around the Hallaniyat (Khuriya Muriya) Islands during the upwelling/plankton season.
Sightings are driven by seasonal plankton blooms linked to the southwest monsoon; encounters are most likely from early summer through autumn but vary year-to-year by local productivity and weather.
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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| Port of Salalah (Raysut) - Marina / Departure Area |
| Mirbat Harbour - Local boat departure |
| + 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
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