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Donsol is in Sorsogon.

[edit] Get in

By Plane from Manila to Legaspi then bus or private pick-up to Donsol

By land from Manila via Bus direct to donsol (daily) or via Legaspi

[edit][add listing] See

• Whale Sharks. Whale sharks, locally known as butanding, gather in the area six to nine months a year, with the numbers peaking from March to April. The largest fish in the world can grow up to 12 meters in length, and weigh many tons. They're considered a vulnerable species, and are protected in the Philippines.

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• Whale Shark Interaction. Swimming with whale sharks. Register at the Visitor's Center [1] located at barangay Dancalan. Shark watchers are assigned a Butanding Interaction Officer and have to follow strict guidelines[2] through out the interaction.

• Firefly Watching. A nightime boat trip through the mangroves to see the tiny lighted creatures cover whole trees.

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• Frontier Scuba leads guided whale shark tours every year from February to May with experienced naturalists as guides. Tours start in Manila and include domestic flights, resort accommodation and meals. Email Rick at fdivers@mozcom.com or view www.frontierscuba.com

• Philippine Adventures provides tailor-made packages to Donsol for international tourists wishing to see the Whale Sharks. For further information email info@philippineadventures.com or view www.philippineadventures.com

[edit][add listing] Sleep

Various resorts near the beach and homestays in town are available. If you need help with bookings, please email info@donsolwhaleshark.com.

[edit] Contact

For info on whaleshark availability or help with accommodations, contact info@donsolwhaleshark.com or the Philippine Tourism Office at http://www.tourism.gov.ph

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