Southern Belize’s Gladden Spit and Silk Cayes Marine Reserve has been drawing scuba divers for many years, with no guarantee, but merely a chance that they might dive alongside Whale Sharks, the largest cartilaginous fish in the world. Like many giants, their massive form is accompanied by gentle nature.
Whale Shark Diving at Gladden Spit & Silk Cayes
Yes, dive operators off the coast of Placencia and Hopkins in Southern Belize have access to one of the most amazing experiences in the world. Every year, for 10 days after the full moon, during the months of March, April, May, and June, snappers spawn near Gladden Spit and the Silk Cayes, attracting numerous Whale Sharks to dine on clouds of caviar.
Having been in the water with them once, I can attest to it being one of the most spectacular experiences underwater. However, I have not been to Gladden Spit myself but when I visit Placencia in the near future, I hope to go diving there. And with some
Tyler Amato says
What are the chances of seeing whale sharks if you go on a dive like this? Is it low like 20% or is there a pretty decent chance you'll see them if you go?
TS says
wow nice video, thanks for sharing this video , i like it ….
Gene says
“Clouds of caviar” haha good one
Lorenzo Gonzalez says
IIya is a wordsmith 😉
Sherry says
I did this in Mexico. Amazing experience, we saw many of them.
Lorenzo Gonzalez says
I’ve seen photos via NatGeo… i think they congregate more over there.
Richard says
We’ll be in Placencia in 5 weeks! Hopefully we can do this!
Lorenzo Gonzalez says
Good luck!
Suki F says
That’s
insane! I would love to see one of those up close. It is so cool looking.
Lorenzo Gonzalez says
Yeah, I’d also love to swim with them! It’s on my bucket list!!!