Shark · Kayak & paddle
Where to find kayak and paddle trips to see sharks
About this list
When you look for kayak and paddle trips to see sharks, search results rarely show how the trip actually works. Maptlantis lists only operators that name the shark as a target species and actually run kayak or paddle programs, 8 in all. Countries and regions on record include Shark Bay & Monkey Mia, Western Australia, La Paz, Baja California Sur, Ari & Rasdhoo, Tufi, Cebu & Mactan and St Keverne. Not every kayak or paddle program is the same experience. Approach distance, whether you may enter the water and group size limits differ by country, and by operator within a country. 7 of the 8 operators (88%) publish prices on their own channels, so you can compare those directly; ask the rest. Estimated prices are not shown. Operators list different seasons, Apr–Nov, Jan–May, Jul–Oct and Nov–Sep among them. There is no single season for kayak and paddle trips to see sharks, so check each operator's operating period before you set your dates. No operator running wildlife programs can guarantee an encounter. Treat any trip that promises one with suspicion.
8 listed operators
Australia · Shark Bay & Monkey Mia, Western Australia
Island Life Adventures
Island hopping & boat tripsKayak & paddleSurfing & SUP- Season
- Apr–Nov
- Price
- A$324
- Checked
- Official source
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Mexico · La Paz, Baja California Sur
Baja Expeditions
Scuba divingSnorkelingIsland hopping & boat trips- Season
- Jan–May, Jul–Oct
- Price
- US$1,922
- Checked
- Official source
Maldives · Ari & Rasdhoo
Sub Aqua Dive Center Angaga
Scuba divingSnorkelingIsland hopping & boat trips- Season
- Year-round
- Price
- See the operator page
- Checked
- Multiple sources
Papua New Guinea · Tufi
Tufi Dive Resort
Scuba divingSnorkelingKayak & paddle- Season
- Nov–Sep
- Price
- US$205 / person
- Checked
- Official source
Philippines · Cebu & Mactan
Plantation Bay Water Sports
SnorkelingSwimmingIsland hopping & boat trips- Season
- Year-round
- Price
- PHP 16,000 net / 2 guests
- Checked
- Official source
United Kingdom · St Keverne
Porthkerris Divers
Scuba divingMarine life encounters- Season
- Ask the operator
- Price
- £45
- Checked
- Official source
Australia · Shark Bay & Monkey Mia, Western Australia
Wula Gura Nyinda Eco Cultural Adventures
SnorkelingKayak & paddleSurfing & SUP- Season
- Year-round
- Price
- A$225
- Checked
- Official source
Mexico · La Paz, Baja California Sur
Fun Baja
Scuba divingSnorkelingIsland hopping & boat trips- Season
- Year-round
- Price
- Price on request
- Checked
- Official source
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I find kayak and paddle trips to see sharks?
8 operators on Maptlantis name the shark as a target species and run kayaking and paddling. The list shows them by country and region.
Will I definitely see sharks?
No. They are wild animals, and there are days you will not meet them because of the season, sea conditions and their movements. If an operator promises an encounter, treat that wording with suspicion.
When is the season for kayak and paddle trips to see sharks?
Seasons the operators give: Apr–Nov, Jan–May, Jul–Oct, year-round and Nov–Sep. Operating periods differ between operators even in the same area, so check before you book.
How is kayaking and paddling different from boat-based watching?
Watching from a boat and getting in the water differ in both rules and price. Some countries ban getting in the water or allow it only with licensed operators, so check which kind of trip you are booking.