Whale sharks are wild animals which means there is no guarantee that we will see them, although we will always try our best. Afro Whale Shark is built and run by locals (most of us ex-fisherman) so we have years of experience finding the sharks as they used to lead us to a good catch!
Unless arranged otherwise, we will start at 6.30am when we pickup you up from your lodge. We are the first to leave which gives us the best chance of finding the sharks first - please do be on time. You will come to Afro Whale Shark Lodge for breakfast and a briefing before heading out on our traditional boat.
The tour time varies depending on sightings but usually takes around 3-4 hours.
The cost of the tour is $60 per person, paid at the end of the safari. This includes

• Pick-up and drop off from your lodge of choice
• Snorkel and fin hire
• Local breakfast (egg, chapati, fruit and hot drink) or snacks on the boat
• Water
• An experienced captain and 2 guides/spotters
• Community fees

What do you need to bring?All you need to bring is swimwear, sun protection and a waterproof camera if you choose.
What if we don’t see the sharks?We can’t guarantee you will see whale sharks and even if we don’t, we still have to pay our staff, fuel the boat and pay the community fees. As a gesture of goodwill though, if you do not see whale sharks you can return for an additional tour for a reduced fee of $50.