Whale Shark Sumbawa Tour

Whale Shark Sumbawa Tour: One Day

The Sumbawa Whale Shark Tour aims to share the protection and dignity of the animals that inspire them. It represents a meeting point of community, culture, and conservation: local fishermen whose livelihoods are in the sea, travelers seeking a deeper connection with nature, and efforts to safeguard one of the ocean’s most unique species.

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What to Prepare for a Whale Shark One-Day Tour?

  • Mask, snorkel, and fins
  • swim shirt (long-sleeve preferred)
  • sunscreen for portect you skin from hot sun
  • Swimwear and towel
  • Dry bag for phone, wallet, camera, clothes, etc.
  • Waterproof camera or GoPro

The expectation from snorkeling with whale shark, one day 

  1. Snorkeling with whale shark closely
  2. amazing photos and memories of swimming or snorkeling with a whale shark

Itinerary: Whale Sharks Sumbawa Tour

  • 02:00–04:00 AM: Pickup from hotel/accommodation in Sumbawa Besar (or arranged place)
  • 04:00-04:30 AM: Arrive at Labuan Jambu port—board a boat (traditional wooden motorboat)
  • 05:30-08:00 AM: Reach whale shark gathering area in Saleh Bay; begin snorkeling/swimming with whale sharks
  • 08:00-08:30 AM: breakfast, on the boat (bread, fruit, coffee/tea and breakfast box)
  • 08.30-09.30  AM: The second session snorkeling or swimming with whale sharks
  • 09:30-10:30 AM. Back to the Labuhan Jambu Port
  • 10:30 AM-12:30 PM Drive from Labuhan Jambu port, back to the hotel
  • 13:00 PM. Arrive at the hotel, and end the program

How to book: Whale Shark Sumbawa Tour

  1. You can email or WhatsApp us to check the available dates at +62 822 3530 5550
  2. You will receive a confirmation by WhatsApp or email for your booking.
  3. Secure your tour booking by sending 30% of the total into our PayPal or bank account.
  4. You need to pay the balance in cash upon arrival.
  5. Inform us of your hotel in Sumbawa for the pickup time.

The price is US$ per person for the Whale Shark Sumbawa Tour

  • US $225 Per person; Minimum of 2 people to book this tour
  • US$ 200 Per person, Minimum of 3-4 people to book this tour
  • US$ 185 Per person, minimum, and up to 5 people to book this tour

Price inclusive:

  • Private Car with Air conditioning
  • Private boat
  • Breakfast
  • Snorkeling gear, mask, fins, and life jacket
  • Mineral water, coffee, and tea
  • Photo and video GoPro

Price Exclusive:

  • Personal expenses.
  • Tips Guide and boatman

Term of Payment: Whale Shark Sumbawa Tour

  • Deposit payment: you can pay to our Bank Account or PayPal
  • We are not responsible for any taxes.
  • The balance you must pay in cash on arrival

Cancellation policy:

  • All payment refunds for cancellations made 7 days up
  • A 50% charge applies for cancellations within 5 days
  • A full charge is applicable for cancellations within 48 hours.

Important Notice: Whale Shark Sumbawa Tour

  1. Minimum participants: 2 persons
  2. This tour program is suitable for all ages.
  3. Children 5 years old up: full payment
  4. This tour program is available any day
  5. Booking by email or WhatsApp
  6. This trip starts from Sumbawa Island

Tips for snorkeling on the whale sharks tour!

  • Bring your own mask & snorkel (better fit & hygiene)
  • Snorkel close to the shoreline for colorful coral and reef fish.
  • Use water shoes or fins—coral can be sharp
  • Be aware of jellyfish: they’re not common and can appear seasonally.
  • Never touch or step on coral, manta rays & whale sharks
  • Don’t chase fish—float and let them approach
  • Wear a rash guard for sun protection and comfort.
  • Enter water together
  • Use a life vest (totally normal); the current in Komodo is very strong
  • Don’t fight the current—float and signal

How to snorkeling to the sea & Back to the boat

How to stay steady:

  1. Put fins on in the water, not on the boat.
  2. Hold the side of the boat & sliding in
  3. Use the ladder (ask the captain).
  4. Fix the snorkel on the left side
  5. Wet your mask with seawater first

Back to the boat safely:

  1. Remove fins in the water.
  2. Hand them to the crew.
  3. Climb slowly using both hands.
  4. Sit on the edge of the boat.
  5. Mask and snorkel held firmly on your face
  6. One hand on mask, one on back of head
  7. Roll backward into water
  8. Open the fins in the water
  9. Get the boat from the stair
  10. Don’t walk with fins in the boat.

Contact us for booking or information.