About This Spot
Saleh Bay near Bima is one of Indonesia's most important non-Papua whale shark sites, associated with bagan fisheries and now increasingly recognized as a year-round juvenile habitat. It is a stronger and more defensible Indonesia secondary hotspot than opportunistic corridor sightings around places like Nusa Penida.
Best Months to Visit
See Whale Shark in Saleh Bay / Bima (Sumbawa). Best months: August, September, October (up to 80% sighting chance). Watching, Snorkeling, Swimming. Plan your wildlife trip with Fauneya.
- August: 80%
- September: 80%
- October: 75%
- July: 70%
- June: 65%
- November: 65%
- May: 60%
- December: 60%
- January: 55%
- February: 55%
- March: 55%
- April: 55%
