Tofo Bay Ocean Safari (whale-shark snorkel)

Whale sharks and, in winter, humpbacks are usually met on surface ocean-safaris where the boat searches the bay and drops snorkellers near an animal. Not a scuba activity; encounters vary with plankton and conditions.

Depth

0–5m

Current

Mild

Diver level

Open water

Entry

Boat

Unique features

  • Snorkel-in-the-blue safaris for whale sharks and humpbacks
  • Surface encounters found by spotting from the boat, not on scuba

Sources & last checked

Checked July 2026

This is a researched draft, not yet human-verified. The seasonality and logistics are drawn from the sources below — confirm specifics (permits, fees, closures) with an operator before you book.

Note on the data: Coordinates are approximate; not surveyed dive-site GPS.