The Phillipines is one of the top diving destinations in the world with a huge diversity of marine life as well as sunken wrecks. Although the Phillipines is home to hundreds of shark species, most divers visit Malapascua to see the famous thresher sharks.

Malapascua is a small tropical island just off the northernmost tip of Cebu right in the heart of the Phillippines. A plane ride to Mactan-Cebu International airport and then transfer by car and boat to the island, you will be welcomed by white sand beaches and clear blue waters.

Malapascua offers the chance to see exciting creatures such as white tip reef sharks, hammerhead sharks, tuna, barracuda, sea snakes and amazing macro from mandarin fish to mantis shrimps. However, as mentioned, most divers come with thresher sharks in mind!

Malapascua Island is one of the most consistent destinations around the world where recreational divers can encounter thresher sharks.

Thresher sharks are more active in the early morning. An early start for diving and a short 30-40 minute boat ride from the beach of Malapascua, the threshers can be found at the cleaning stations around Kimud. Since most of the dive is spent at a maximum of 18 meters, this dive can be enjoyed by a range of diving abilities. In order to preserve this beautiful unique ecosystem, home to this incredibly beautiful shark species, Shark Guardian has chosen to dive with an operator which takes pride in excellent dive briefings and best codes of conduct under water. 

When Liz (Director of Shark Guardian and experienced dive instructor) returned from her Thresher Shark adventure in February 2023 she had many requests from friends who wanted to experience the same trip. So, after a few months of planning, Shark Guardian created The Malapascua Thresher expedition with the goal of bringing female divers and shark enthusiasts together.

One of Shark Guardians values is Inclusion. The Directors have met many women around the world who feel limited in their diving ability and/or lack confidence to take a trip to a destination they are not familiar with. This first female expedition from Shark Guardian is not to exclude males, but to provide an opportunity for ALL women to see and dive with Thresher sharks, as well as the enormous biodiversity Malapascua has to offer.

Liz has a great passion for sharks and conservation and has enjoyed leading Shark Guardian events and presentations since 2013. Liz is the main person of contact to arrange events at schools and public venues.