Divers Have Unforgettable Encounter with Whale Shark in Gladden Spit Reserve

A group of divers in the Gladden Spit Reserve had an unforgettable experience. Over the weekend, the Sea Horse Dive Shop in Placencia took a group to the reserve, where they came face-to-face with a whale shark, the largest fish in the world.

The enormous creature showed some curiosity as it glided near the group and paused for a moment. This incredible encounter was caught on video, with one man heard urging the group to swim away from the shark. Whaleshark sightings are common during this season, which runs from March to June in Belize.

These gentle giants are not known to be aggressive. Sea Horse Dive Shop described the encounter as “powerful,” while the Southern Environmental Association reminded everyone that only licensed operators are allowed in the area.