How many people swim with whale sharks?
3 million people
Whale sharks’ diets typically consist of plankton, copepods, krill and fish eggs. Did you know: Only 1 in 3 million people globally will swim with a whale shark in their life!
How much is it to swim with whale sharks in Exmouth?
Price. Observer AUD $260.00 includes (Morning & Afternoon Ningaloo Reef Snorkel and lunch with Whale shark observation only from vessel.)
Is Coral Bay or Exmouth better for whale sharks?
You are more likely to swim with whale sharks at Exmouth (but only just – sightings at Coral Bay still happen at least 80 per cent of the time). Coral Bay is better known for its manta ray swims.
Are whale sharks native to Australia?
Whale sharks have a broad distribution in tropical and warm temperate seas, usually between latitudes 30°N and 35°S. They are known to inhabit both deep and shallow coastal waters and the lagoons of coral atolls and reefs. Whale sharks have also been recorded from Commonwealth waters between Australia and Indonesia.
Is it illegal to swim with whale sharks?
Whale sharks are slow moving animals, but they are so big it will appear they are moving fast. Divers can expect that the whale sharks may swim right up to them and must pay close attention at all times. It is illegal to touch a whale shark, so make sure to swim out of the way if one swims toward you.
How much does it cost to swim with whale sharks in Australia?
Australia might be one of the most expensive destinations to swim with whale sharks, though: many tours have a sticker price of about $300 (here’s an option for $275, or even $196). Luckily, the tours are highly-rated and include transport, snacks, and professional photos.
Are whale sharks safe to swim with?
If you’ve seen a picture of whales sharks it might be hard to imagine you could swim with this scary looking shark. But don’t let the ‘shark’ name put you off, whale sharks pose no threat to humans and feed almost strictly on plankton. They are docile, shy animals that are safe to swim with.
Is it safe to swim in Exmouth?
The Exmouth coastline offers a number of beautiful sandy beaches and the Town Beach is the most accessible and closest to the town centre. The beach is a safe place to swim, especially at high tide even with children. Exmouth is a 14 hour drive north of Perth or a two hour flight.
