The recent report on the increase in whale sharks at Ningaloo has brought a spotlight onto our beautiful piece of Australia and the unique ecotourism experience we offer.
Since publishing our post on the report, we’ve seen articles in all the major papers over here, and several scientific and environmental publications. The story was quickly picked up in the US, where reports have increased interest in the whale shark experience.
If you’ve experienced a whale shark tour with us and would like to share your experience with Americans who subscribe to the Discovery Channel’s News Blog, go to this link and submit a comment.
We know that ecotourism has contributed to the turnaround in whale shark numbers by raising awareness. So the more people who hear about and snorkel with these amazing creatures under the guidance of eco-accredited tour guides, the more likely they are to be respected and protected - not just here in Ningaloo, but around the world.
The word is rapidly spreading around the world about the Ningaloo whale sharks, with recent Internet news coverage giving us a global spotlight.
When we were declared national winner of the PublicityShip Hidden Jewel Awards, we received a publicity campaign as part of our prize.
One of the results was dialogue with the travel editors of the global news site, www.about.com, who were interested to find out more about Ningaloo and the whale sharks.
We thought nothing more of it until yesterday, when we were alerted to this fantastic article!
We’re so delighted to see this kind of global internet coverage for our beautiful region and magnificent whale sharks. The word is rapidly spreading and what’s great about this is we don’t have to advertise. The message gets out there because people are genuinely fascinated by the experience of swimming with the biggest fish in the sea.
By the October school holidays we had already received lots of requests for Christmas gift vouchers for our Whale Shark Ecotours. We have fabulous gift vouchers - a great way to give someone a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
This also got me thinking about Christmas here in Exmouth.
The high temperatures can sometimes deter Australian visitors from coming to the area in December, but it’s actually my favourite time of the year - outside whale shark season of course. And Europeans love it at this time.
There’s no denying it’s hot! But we have beautiful days in or on the ocean, and stunning balmy nights perfect for unwinding with a chilled glass of wine.
There are heaps of turtles around too, as this is their breeding season. You can watch them mate and try to spot them laying their eggs - breathtaking.
So if you’re looking for a seriously relaxing Christmas holiday, Ningaloo’s a good choice, and we can help with accommodation suggestions. But if it’s the whale sharks you’re after, contact us for a gift voucher or to book ahead.
