Scuba diving and snorkelling on Whale Shark day tours with Splash Dive Center, in Placencia, Belize
The pristine waters of Southern Belize are home of the gentle giants "The Whale Sharks", during March, April, May and June during the full moon.
Gladden Spit, home to Placencia and Belizes Whale Sharks
Join us in the unforgettable adventure in the Gladden Spit with the Whale Sharks the largest fish in the world.
The Gladden Spit and Silk Cayes Marine Reserve located near Placencia in Southern Belize, is a spawning aggregation site for many different tropical fish species including the cubera, mutton and dog snappers which produce tons of spawn. This spawning occurs around the full moon to last quarter during the months of March to June. This is what attracts the Whale Shark to the Gladden spit. Whale sharks are the biggest fish in the ocean growing up to lengths of 60 feet/18mt. Divers and snorkelers get a rare opportunity to swim along with this magnificent creature.
The wall here slopes down to 160 feet/50mt then drops off into the blue abyss. Diving is done in mid water at a depth no deeper than 80 feet/24mt in groups no larger than 12 divers with their dive masters. Special procedures are followed on this dive to ensure safety and to limit any harm that may be caused to the sharks. Snorkeling is done on the surface in open water, however snorkelers have an excellent chance of seeing the whale sharks as they come to the surface to feed.
Divers and snorkelers will likely see these majestic creatures very close up but are not allowed to chase, ride, touch nor otherwise disturb the whale sharks. Splash Dive Shop offers tours to Gladden Spit with professional guides to ensure your safety as well to protect these creatures.
WHALE SHARK TOURS PRICES FOR 2010
Whale shark diving US$ 170.00
Whale shark snorkelling US$ 100.00
Whale shark watch US$ 100.00
Prices include tanks, weights, lunch and entrance fee. Gear rental US$ 25.00 (daily rate), US$ 100.00 (weekly rate)
