The best months to visit Thresher Sharks are Year-round (Mar – Jun best). Calmest seas and best visibility.
Quick facts
Currency PHP (Peso) 1 USD ≈ ₱56
Language Filipino / English English widely spoken
Timezone PHT (UTC+8) No DST
Best Months Year-round (Mar – Jun best) Calmest seas and best visibility
Daily Budget ~$40–70 USD Including diving
Visa Visa-free 30 days Extendable to 59 days at immigration
When to go
One of the only places on earth to see thresher sharks reliably: dawn dives at a cleaning station off a tiny Philippine island in the Visayas.
Getting Around in Thresher Sharks
- Malapascua is tiny, and everything is within 20 minutes' walk from Bounty Beach
- Boats to Maya port run from 7am to 5pm (₱100, 30 minutes). The last boat back fills up, so do not miss it
- Motorcycle rentals available (₱400–500/day) but the island is small enough to walk everywhere
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Thresher Sharks travel guide.
Timezone: PHT (UTC+8) (No DST)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Thresher Sharks?
The best months to visit Thresher Sharks are Year-round (Mar – Jun best) (Calmest seas and best visibility), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Thresher Sharks budget breakdown.
