Code of Conduct

Here are some guidelines for how to enjoy your time with leopard sharks and take great photos of your sightings, while minimising any disturbance to the animals.

DO:

✓ Approach calmly and maintain good buoyancy control

✓ Rest on knees in sand if necessary and be aware of the surrounding reef

✓ Give the shark some space

✓ Be courteous to other divers and restrict your interaction time

DON’T:

✗ Approach quickly

✗ Block the shark’s escape route at the head end

✗ Brace against or stand on reef habitats to view or photograph shark

✗ Touch the shark or chase them while swimming