Sumbawa Whale Shark Tour: 2 Days, 1 Night Saleh Bay
Sumbawa Whale Shark Tour: 2 days and 1 night, snorkeling or swimming in Saleh Bay. See and interact with whale sharks, the world’s largest fish. Tours drive to Sumbawa Island, east of Lombok. Sails by ferry for around 2 hours
The whale shark (Rhincodon typus) is a slow-moving, fish-eating carpet shark and the largest fish species. The largest individual was 18.8 m (61.7 ft) long. There are 129 species of Whale sharks in Saleh Bay, Sumbawa
What are the expectations for the Sumbawa whale shark tour?
- Swimming close to whale sharks
- Snorkel alongside the whale sharks
- approach the whale sharks slowly and calmly
- Make a picture of swimming or snorkeling with whale shark
- Sail safe with boat to place whale shark
- Getting new experience on holiday
Overview: Whale Shark Sumbawa 2-Day and 1-Night Tour
- Cross from Lombok by ferry to Sumbawa Island
- Drive along the beach and stop to see beautiful views.
- Snorkeling with Whale Shark
- Enjoy lying down on the beach
Tips for snorkeling
- Find a mask that fits well.
- Use a mask defogger.
- Get excess water out of your mask.
- Use full-foot fins to preserve energy.
- Take deep breaths to relax.
- Bite down on the mouthpiece to keep the snorkel from moving.
- Reef shoes: Coral and occasional sharp rocks.
- Don’t touch whale sharks.
- Check currents; they can be sneaky between islands.
Getting in & out safely from the boat! (whale shark Tour)
How to stay steady:
- Put fins on in the water, not on the boat.
- Hold the side of the boat & sliding in
- Use the ladder or engine side (ask the captain).
Back to the boat safely:
- Remove fins in the water.
- Hand them to the crew.
- Climb slowly using both hands.
Itinerary: Whale Shark 2-Day and 1-Night Tour
Day 1: Hotel–Kayangan Port– Pototano Port, Sumbawa–Labuhan Jambu Transit hotel, Stay overnight
- 08:00-10:30: Pick up at hotel. Drive to Kayangan Port
- 10:30-12:30 Take the ferry to Sumbawa Island
- 12.30-13:30 Drive to Sumbawa Besar
- 13:30-14:30 Stop at Sumbawa Besar for Lunch
- 14:30-18:30 Drive to Labuhan Jambu Beach and check in to the transit hotel.
- 19:00-03:00 AM. Dinner and Overnight at Transit Hotel
Day 2: Labuhan Jambu port – Saleh Bay – Snorkeling – Transit hotel – Back to Lombok
- 03:00-03:30 AM Wake up and transfer to Labuhan Jambu Port.
- 04.00-04:30 AM Sail by motorboat to Saleh Bay
- 05:30-09:00 AM Arrive at Teluk saleh, snorkeling with whale sharks
- 09:00-10:00 AM Back to Labuhan Jambu Port
- 10:00-11:00 AM: Breakfast at Hotel Transit and shower
- 12.00-14:00 Check out and drive back to Lombok
- 14:00-15:30 Stop Lunch at Sumbawa Besar
- 15:30-16:30 Drive from Sumbawa besar to Pototano Port
- 16:30-18:30 Take the ferry from Pototano Port to Lombok
- 18.30-19.00 Arrive at Kayangan Port
- 19:00-21:30 Drive from Kayangan Port to the hotel
- 21.30 Arrive at the hotel in Lombok and end the program.
The Price is IDR per person
- IDR 6,000,000 Per person, with a minimum of 2 people to book this tour
- IDR 5,600,000 Per person, with a minimum of 3-4 people to book this tour
- IDR 5,600,000 Per person, with minimum, and up to 5 people to book this tour
Price inclusive:
- Private Car with Air conditioning
- Private boat for snorkeling with whale sharks
- Full Board Meal
- Ticket Ferry
- Snorkeling gear, mask, fins, and life jacket
- Mineral water, coffee, and tea
- Hotel
- Entrance ticket
Exclude:
- Flight ticket,
- Soft drinks and laundry,
- Personal expenses.
- Alcoholic drink
Term of Payment: Whale Shark Sumbawa 2-Day and 1-Night Tour
- Deposit payment: you can pay to our Bank Account or PayPal
- We are not responsible for any taxes.
- The balance you must pay in cash on arrival
Cancellation policy:
- All payment refunds for cancellations made to 30 days up
- A 50% charge applies for cancellations within 7 days
- A full charge is applicable for cancellations within 48 hours.
The thing to bring: Whale Shark Sumbawa 2-Day and 1-Night Tour
- Towel
- sunglasses
- sunscreen
- camera
- swimsuit
- changing t-shirt
- some cash for personal needs and tips
