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Donsol is the classic natural whale shark site in the Philippines, with the main season running from December to May and the strongest encounters from February to April. The Philippines are widely recognized as holding the world's second-largest known whale shark population after Mexico, making Donsol one of the country's flagship non-provisioning encounters.

Whale Shark in Donsol Bay (Sorsogon)

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About This Spot

Donsol is the classic natural whale shark site in the Philippines, with the main season running from December to May and the strongest encounters from February to April. The Philippines are widely recognized as holding the world's second-largest known whale shark population after Mexico, making Donsol one of the country's flagship non-provisioning encounters.

Best Months to Visit

See Whale Shark in Donsol Bay (Sorsogon). Best months: February, March, April (up to 80% sighting chance). Watching, Snorkeling, Swimming. Plan your wildlife trip with Fauneya.

  • February: 80%
  • March: 80%
  • April: 75%
  • May: 70%
  • January: 60%
  • December: 55%
  • June: 50%
  • November: 40%

Practical Information

  • Location: Donsol Bay (Sorsogon)
  • Coordinates: 12.9400, 123.6000
  • Effort: day trip
  • Accessibility: Easy
  • Observation mode: Watching, Snorkeling, Swimming

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