Snorkel with Whale Sharks

In the months of March, April, May and June, around the full moon, whale sharks are observed at the Gladden Split Area by divers and snorkelers. This species, despite its enormous size, does not pose any significant danger to humans. They are actually quite gentle and can be playful with divers. Divers and snorkelers can swim with this giant fish without any risk apart from unintentionally being hit by the shark’s large tail fin. In Belize, during the spring time, whale sharks frequently visit a unique area on the reef called Gladden Split. This Area, about 30 miles east of Placencia, is used by over 20 species of Caribbean fish to release their eggs. However, it is the eggs of the Black or Cubera Snapper that the whale sharks show up to feed on. And, although you can find whale sharks all over the world, what makes Gladden Split so unique is that this is the only place where you can dive with whale sharks and encounter huge schools of spawning fish at the same time. BELIZE WHALE SHARK SEASON 2016 March 22nd – April 2nd (Full Moon – March 23) April 21st – May 2nd ( Full Moon – April 22) May 20th – May 31st (Full Moon – May 21) June 19th – June 30th (Full Moon – June 20)