Located beneath a towering rock formation, Son-ok Point is home to diverse marine life. The underwater landscape features a terrace rich in unique coral structures that are home to large fish species.

Son-ok’s highlight is the opportunity to play and interact responsibly with whale sharks, locally called butanding, in their natural habitat.

These gentle giants are known to gather in the waters of Sogod Bay, including Son-ok Point and nearby areas, though interactions in this area are seasonal, with the best time to schedule tours being between February and April.

Each whale shark has a unique pattern of white spots and lines that act as fingerprints for identification.

These massive creatures are filter feeders, consuming zooplankton and small fish by sucking in water through their large mouths.

The whale shark interaction in Southern Leyte is managed as an eco-tourism activity, with controlled visitor numbers and interactions to minimize impact on the sharks and their environment.

Scuba diving with whale sharks is generally prohibited, but snorkeling with them from the surface is permitted.