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Seeing the Whale Shark for the first time
is a very exiting experience! Keep in mind the safety precautions
discussed during the briefing period, as well as those dictated by your
BIO (Buntanding Interaction Officer).
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Always
follow the lead and instructions of your BIO.
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Inspect and test your
equipment for proper function prior to jumping in the water.
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If you have not used basic
snorkeling equipment before, inform your BIO that you will want to take a
few minutes to get acquainted with your snorkeling equipment. Practice
breathing through the snorkel and swimming around with the fins. You can
practice in shallow waters before heading out.
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Let your
BIO know about your swimming skills. If you are an inexperienced swimmer,
wear your safety vest at all times and stay close to your BIO when in the
water.
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Do not jump in the water
without the go-ahead signal from your BIO. Always make sure you are a
safe distance away from the boats parts before focusing your attention on
the whale sharks.
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Underwater photo equipment is allowed, although any artificial lighting or
flashes are prohibited.
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Do not
touch, ride or impede the movement of the whale shark.
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Maintain
a distance of 3 meters from the head and body of the whale shark, and 4
meters from the tail section.
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Maximum
of six swimmers and one boat are allowed per whale shark.
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Keep the
environment clean, dispose of trash and waste in proper receptacles.
