Whale Shark Sumbawa Trip 3 Days 2 Nights

Swimming with Whale Shark at Teluk Saleh and Sunset trip at Labuan Jambu to watch flying fox in the mangrove island

A private three-day excursion on Sumbawa Island for swimming and snorkeling with whale sharks at Teluk Saleh (Saleh Bay). Swimming alongside the giant whale shark is a unique and remarkable experience that can only be had at Teluk Saleh, Sumbawa Island.

This Whale Shark Sumbawa Trip features snorkeling at sunset in Labuan Jambu, where you will also have the opportunity to witness flying foxes (bats) as they emerge from the mangrove forest in search of food. Delight in snorkeling at a prime location abundant with diverse marine life, vibrant corals, and colorful fish.

What can one expect from the Whale Shark Sumbawa Trip?

•  An unforgettable experience swimming alongside the majestic whale shark.
• A private excursion tailored to your preferences.
• Sunset snorkeling at Labuan Jambu.
• Observing flying foxes (bats) as they leave the mangrove forest in search of food.
• Witnessing a group of heron birds entering the mangrove forest at sunset to roost.
• Accommodation 2 nights in front of the beach at Aqila Villa or Transit Beach Hotel
• Underwater documentation

We provide free pickup and roundtrip transfer from Pototano harbor, Sumbawa Besar City, Sumbawa Besar airport, Bima harbor and Bima airport

Day 1: Collection and transportation to Labuan Jambu, accommodation at Aqila Villa/Transit Beach Villa

Upon arrival at Sumbawa Island, you will be picked up and taken to Labuan Jambu village.
Hotel check-in
A briefing will be conducted by your guide.

Lunch and dinner are on your own.

Day 2: Labuan Jambu > Teluk Saleh > Snorkeling with Whale Shark > Labuan Jambu – Sunset snorkeling excursion and observing flying foxes – accommodation at Aqila Villa/Transit Beach Villa

At 4:00 AM, you will be collected and embark on a journey with a motorized traditional boat to the Whale Shark point located in Saleh Bay. You will arrive at 6:00 AM, which is the perfect opportunity for you to swim alongside the whale sharks, the gentle giants of the ocean.

At 8:00 AM, you will conclude your snorkeling experience and begin sailing back to the hotel.

By 9:30 AM, you will arrive at the hotel for breakfast, followed by a shower and some time to rest.

At 3:00 PM, you will set off for a Sunset Snorkeling adventure at the Mangrove Forest near Labuan Jambu village. After your snorkeling session, you will have the chance to enjoy the sunset from the boat while observing a group of heron birds entering the mangrove to roost, followed by the sight of bats emerging from their nests in search of food.

At 7:00 PM, you will conclude the sunset trip and return to the hotel.

Lunch and dinner are on your own.

Day 3. Check out

Following breakfast, proceed to check out and transfer to the harbor or airport.

End of program.

Package Price

The cost quoted per person in US dollar