San Ricardo Whale Sharks Suggest edit

San Ricardo Whale Sharks is a renowned dive site located near Panoan Island in Leyte, Visayas, famous for its seasonal sightings of whale sharks. The site offers divers a unique opportunity to encounter these gentle giants in their natural habitat.

Diving at San Ricardo involves exploring the waters where whale sharks are known to congregate. Divers can expect to see a variety of marine life along with the possibility of swimming alongside these magnificent creatures. The dive typically includes shallow areas with coral reefs and deeper waters where the whale sharks are often spotted.

• Visibility: 10.0–25.0 m Suggest edit
• Currents: Mild Suggest edit
• Surge: None Suggest edit
• Water temp (summer): 27.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
• Water temp (winter): 25.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit

• Entry: Boat Suggest edit
• Permits required: Yes
  Diving permits may be required and should be arranged in advance.
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• Bottom types:
  sand coral rock Suggest edit