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Where to go snorkeling with sharks

Operators 150Countries and regions 75Published prices 110Encounter formats 8
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About this list

When you look for snorkeling with 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 snorkeling programs, 150 in all. Countries and regions on record include Ari & Rasdhoo, Anda, Baja California, Bahia de Los Angeles, QLD, Cairns, Abaco, Green Turtle Cay and Koh Phi Phi. Not every snorkeling 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. 110 of the 150 operators (73%) publish prices on their own channels, so you can compare those directly; ask the rest. Estimated prices are not shown. Operators list different seasons, Mar–May, Jun–Nov and Jun–Apr (peak Oct–Mar) among them. There is no single season for snorkeling with 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I go snorkeling with sharks?

150 operators on Maptlantis name the shark as a target species and run snorkeling. 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 snorkeling with sharks?

Seasons the operators give: year-round, Mar–May, Jun–Nov, Mar–Apr, Jun–Jan and Aug–Mar. Operating periods differ between operators even in the same area, so check before you book.

How is snorkeling 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.