The first participatory science workshop dedicated to the thresher shark
In June 2026, I’m launching the first edition of an immersive diving holiday dedicated to the thresher shark, in the mythical location of Malapascua, in the Philippines.
This exceptional diving holiday takes you to Malapascua, in the Philippines, the only place in the world where you can observe the pelagic thresher shark all day long. Between underwater exploration, participatory science and encounters with local communities, enjoy a unique experience combining adventure, immersion and marine conservation.
The dives will enable you to observe the pelagic thresher shark(Alopias pelagicus) in unique conditions: all day long, between 0 and 30 meters depth. These slender silhouettes appear on the plateau, are cleaned by wrasse and can sometimes leap to the surface – a rare and breathtaking spectacle.
This trip is much more than an underwater adventure: it’s a total immersion in the world of marine biology, a way of supporting local communities whose lives depend on sustainable tourism linked to this emblematic shark, and an unforgettable human experience where every dive takes on real meaning.
7 nights at Hotel Ocean Vida Beach Resort (shared double room) breakfast included
18 dives
10 days 7 nights
What’s included
Pick-up and return Cebu/Malapascua airport transfers
Accommodation in a double room at the Ocean Vida Beach Resort, including breakfast (8 days/7 nights)
18 dives (3 dives per day)
12L AIR aluminum blocks.
Lead sinkers and belts
1 day at Gato Island or Capitancillo or Kalanggaman with 3 scheduled dives
1 BBQ for lunch at Gato Island or Capitancillo or Kalanggaman
Snacks, coffee and tea on board
Local guides
2 naturalist guides
Lectures on the thresher shark, participatory science, photo-identification, laser photogrammetry
Shark identification workshops
1 professional videographer to immortalize the experience
What’s not included
International flights (Emirates, Eva Air, Turkish Airlines) must be booked in advance to be insured.
Possible increases in air taxes
Cancellation and assistance insurance (recommended)
Diving insurance (mandatory)
Meals not mentioned
Diving equipment rental
Single room
Tips for guides and skippers (approx. €30/person for the week)
Other personal expenses
This diving holiday in Malapascua is aimed at experienced divers who want to experience a unique adventure with thresher sharks, while taking an active part in a scientific project committed to protecting the oceans.
