Over the last 3 weeks, we’ve had a resident whale shark in the inner harbor here at Puerto Escondido. The Kids & I have experienced him in the dinghy, but never in the water. Today that all changed!!
I took Johanna out in the dinghy & she dove right in (with one of the largest fish in the World)! Within minutes the Whale Shark couldn’t resist, he just had to check her out. I was in the dinghy, maybe 20′ away, watching him circle Johanna, then he came straight for her. Whale Sharks are harmless, so I spent that 10 seconds calming Johanna, he then passed her within a foot. I could almost read his reaction, she IS NOT FOOD. He then headed away.
I can’t express how proud I am of Johanna, it is easy to talk about jumping in, but when you see these monsters, it’s a tough call. Sorry, but no pictures, as nobody has answered our calls for a sponsor to supply a waterproof camera 
From aaron:
Steve.
When Shawna and I got married in the Bahamas,our honeymoon trip was our first saltwater dive.Guess what showed up just as we were about to get in?
About 10 or so reaf sharks!! Between 8 to 10 feet long.Shawna’s eyes were huge but we all got in and had the coolest time ever.
Good for Joanna!!keep up the good work.
Keep safe.
Aaron