For many divers, diving with Whale Sharks is on their bucket list. Actually, swimming in tandem with them makes for an unforgettable experience, vastly different than just reading about them in a book or watching them on your screen.
What to know about Whale Sharks
Before you venture out on a diving trip to meet the Whale Sharks, how much do you really know about them? They are one of the larger pelagic animals that you can encounter as a diver. They are aptly named because of their massive size – with some rivalling the size of small whales, hence the name.
Whale Sharks in Triton Bay
Triton Bay is a relatively remote area in the eastern region of the Indonesian archipelago. Its remote location means that the marine biota has been left to flourish and thrive underwater – making it an excellent location to explore and dive.
However, the main appeal of Triton Bay lies with a specific pelagic animal that roams its waters. This pelagic is none other than the beautiful Whale Shark.
The locals of Triton Bay use fishing platforms called Bagans that attract them to come and visit. They don’t just come and then disappear, they stay for prolonged periods of time – sometimes hours – which allows for divers and swimmers to get a glimpse of this majestic animal.
As we prefaced above, they are giant pelagic animals that can grow up to 20 meters in length. Despite their large size, they are effectively harmless to humans because they are filter feeders – animals that feed strictly on plankton, krill, larvae, eggs and small crustaceans. Those who are not afraid of their large size, can even swim up close to their mouth to observe their rows of teeth that filter the food from the water.
Diving with Whale Sharks in Triton Bay will be an experience unlike any other – especially if this is your first time.
Are you ready to finally dive with the Whale Sharks? Check our sailing routes here at Calico Jack Charters where you can pick a route that suits your diving interests and also meet the Whale Sharks of Triton Bay.
