Is Osa Peninsula Whale Shark Encounters happening right now?
As of today, out of season, returns ~January. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Whale sharks, the largest fish in the sea, turn up in Costa Rica's Golfo Dulce, most often near Caño Island.
Sightings are uncommon and never guaranteed, but the best chances run from January through May, with the strongest period in January and February.
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.
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| Caño Island Biological Reserve |
This is the short version
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