Basking Sharks are docile creatures and are relatively tolerant to approaches by boats and divers. This does not, however, give reason for these animals to be exploited as they have been previously, for example:

 

 

 The Shark Trust and Colin Speedie have developed a Basking Shark Code of Conduct for water users to provide information and advice on how to interact with these sharks safely and with respect.

 

 Download the Code of Conduct here:

 

As a Poster:

 

For boat users:                                       For swimmers: 

 

           

 

 

The Wildlife Safe (WiSe) scheme was created to provide training and accreditation for operators of passenger pleasure craft, wildlife cruise operators, dive boats and charter yachts. The scheme advises operators on how best to view and interact with large marine wildlife such as Basking Sharks and cetaceans while minimising disturbance.
 
 Click here for a list of WiSe certified operators around the British Isles.