A place we discovered and tried ourselves in Sogod Bay.
In the southern part of Leyte Island in the Philippines, Sogod Bay offers a remarkable opportunity to swim with whale sharks in the wild, equipped with just a mask and snorkel. Unlike some tourist sites where the animals are fed to attract visitors, there is no artificial feeding here. Excursions depart from Padre Burgos and head to an area where local spotters in small boats look for whale sharks near the surface. Sightings are unpredictable, and that's precisely what makes the experience so special.
Read the full recommendationBrgy Lungsodaan, Padre Burgos, 6602 Southern Leyte, Philippines
It was one of Matthieu's big dreams: to swim with whale sharks. While preparing our trip to the Philippines, we quickly understood that there were several places to observe them... but not all of them very ethical. Between the artificial feeding, the overpopulation of tourists and the lack of respect for the animals, some places clearly turned us off. With…
