Worldwide Diving Holidays

AFRICA

SOUTH AFRICA & MOZAMBIQUE

Nowhere else in the world can you experience top class diving and African wildlife blended together to form an inseparable mix of experiences. Dive with great white sharks in the morning and encounter lions in the afternoon. The dive sites of South Africa and Mozambique fall into a number of distinct regions - each with different climate, eco-systems and diving experiences.

DIVING IN SOUTH AFRICA & MOZAMBIQUE

The diving in both South Africa and Mozambique is done from 8-meter RIBs. The dives all start with fantastic launches through the surf. Most of the diving takes place early in the morning, due to the fact that this is normally when the weather and sea conditions are best. We normally do 2-dives per day however it is possible to enjoy more than 2-dives, should the weather, sea and surf conditions permit.

The diving is generally between 20-meters and 30-meters and conditions can be challenging and are only suitable for experienced advanced divers.

Diving the Aliwal Shoal - South Africa.

The trip out to the Aliwal Shoal takes about 20-mins. The Aliwal Shoal is 5kms in length and has a huge diversity of marine life and is one of the best places in the world to get up close and personal with the Ragged Tooth [Sand Tiger] Sharks, the shoal also attracts a huge variety of sea-life including Tiger & Hammerhead Sharks, Morey Eels, Manta Rays, Whales, Dolphins, Hawk Fish, Groupers, Angelfish, Wrasse, Brindle Bass and much more.

The dive sites on the Aliwal Shoal include two wrecks, the Produce and the Nebo which can only be dived when the current is not to strong dive sites on the Aliwal Shoal include Shark Alley, Pinnacles, Raggies Cave, Manta Point, Chunnel, Anvil Flats, South Sands, False Cathedral, Tiger Cove, Northsands, Eel Skin and Cathedral.

Diving the Protea Banks - South Africa.

The trip out to the Protea Banks takes about 25-mins starting with fantastic launches through the surf. The Protea Banks is rated as one of the best shark diving

sites in the world, and it is often possible to see up to 5 species of sharks on a single dive including Zambezi [Bull] Sharks, Tiger Sharks, Hammerheads, Blacktip Sharks, Ragged-Tooth Sharks, Bronze Whalers, Giant Guitar Sharks and if you are lucky a passing Great White. During a dive on the Protea Banks you can also see loads of game fish, dolphin, huge round ribbon-tail rays & more.

Diving at Tofo Beach - Mozambique.

The dive sites offer great chances of close encounters with Manta Rays on every dive. Whale Sharks are also around all year with the high season being between October & April, when sightings of up to 20 can be see during a boat ride out to the dive sites. We often have up to eight of the gentle giants joining us on a single trip. Humpback Whales visit the areas between June and October and can be seen breaching. There is a fantastic range of marine life, the reefs are in pristine condition due to the fact that they were untouched during the 17-years of civil war.

7 Day Shark Diving Adventure

Day 1 : Arrive Durban -- Overnight KZN South Coast.
Your adventure begins when you arrive at Durban International Airport. You will be met and transfered [+/- 20mins] to our accommodation, situated on the Kwa-Zulu Natal South Coast. The upmarket lodge overlooks the ocean and have en-suite facilities. There is a swimming pool just a few meters away from the lodge & a fantastic braai [BBQ] area. The accommodation is available as single, twin or double occupancy and is serviced daily. Overnight KZN South Coast.

Day 2 : 2-dives Aliwal Shoal -- Overnight KZN South Coast.
An early morning rise for two dives on the Aliwal Shoal, situated about 5kms offshore from the town of Umkomaas on the Kwazulu Natal South Coast, it has been rated as one of the best sites in the world to see Ragged Tooth Sharks & Giant Guitar Sharks. In the evening we enjoy dinner at one of the local bars or restaurants. Overnight KZN South Coast.

Day 3 : 2-dives Aliwal Shoal -- Overnight KZN South Coast.
An early morning rise for two dives on the Aliwal Shoal, situated about 5kms offshore from the town of Umkomaas on the Kwazulu Natal South Coast, it has been rated as one of the best sites in the world to see Ragged Tooth Sharks & Giant Guitar Sharks. In the evening we enjoy dinner at one of the local bars or restaurants. Overnight KZN South Coast.

Day 4 : 2-dives Protea Banks -- Overnight KZN South Coast.
An early morning rise for two dives on the Protea Banks, situated about 7.5kms offshore from the town of Shelly Beach on Kwazulu Natal’s South Coast. Our aim today is to dive with Ragged Tooth Sharks or Zambezi [BULL] Sharks, and by using acoustics, we have upclose encounters with these fantastic creatures. The Protea Banks offer a great chance to see many different sharks including Hammerheads, Tiger Sharks, Bronze Whalers, Duskies, Guitar Sharks and more. In the evening we enjoy dinner at one of the local bars or restaurants. Overnight KZN South Coast.

Day 5 : 2-dives Protea Banks -- Overnight KZN South Coast.
An early morning rise for two dives on the Protea Banks, situated about 7.5kms offshore from the town of Shelly Beach on Kwazulu Natal’s South Coast. Our aim today is to dive with Ragged Tooth Sharks or Zambezi [BULL] Sharks, and by using acoustics, we have upclose encounters with these fantastic creatures. The Protea Banks offer a great chance to see many different sharks including Hammerheads, Tiger Sharks, Bronze Whalers, Duskies, Guitar Sharks and more. In the evening we enjoy dinner at one of the local bars or restaurants. Overnight KZN South Coast.

Day 6 : Tiger Shark Diving -- Overnight KZN South Coast.
Today we spend the day at sea, diving with Tiger Sharks on the southern end of the Aliwal Shoal. Our Tiger Shark Dives will rate as one of the top-5 dives you will ever do!!! We launch from the Umkomaas River and we travel south to the southern ledges of the Aliwal Shoal. We then create an odour corridor to attract the sharks. Once the sharks arrive we enter the water to observe the sharks in their natural enviroment. In the evening we enjoy dinner at one of the local bars or restaurants. Overnight KZN South Coast.

Day 7 : Airport Transfers to Durban International Airport.
In the morning you enjoy breakfast at the lodge and then you will be transferred to Durban International Airport, where we will bid you farewell [until next time!!!].

8-day 'Sardine Run Adventure' 

The annual Sardine Run takes place in June & July.  

This is one of nature's most spectacular displays & being involved in all the action is truly an amazing experience. The shoals of sardines, which are kilometers in length, attract thousands of predators: birds, dolphins, game fish, seals, whales and sharks in an amazing feeding frenzy. 

Day 1 - Arrive Durban -- Transfer Port St. Johns -- Overnight Port St. Johns.  
Your adventure begins when you arrive at Durban International Airport . You will be met by Craig and Dave and transferred [about 5-hours] to our accommodation, situated on the river banks at Port St. Johns. The upmarket log-cabins overlook the river and have en-suite facilities. In the evening we enjoy a BBQ [known locally as a braai] where you will get to know the group and your guide. 

Day 2 - Full Day Sardine Run Action -- Overnight Port St. Johns.  
We receive updates about the Sardine Run movements, launch the RIB close to the action and the chase begins! We spend the day out at sea, enthralled by the action above and below the water, getting up close and personal with many of the oceans creatures. Again, because of the speed at which the shoals travel and the dynamic nature of the following predators, we often spend most of our time in the water free diving resorting to scuba when conditions are optimal. Throughout the day the water erupts with bait balls created by the passing predators and we get the chance to see it all. In the afternoon we return to shore to relax or enjoy the local activities. Overnight Port St. Johns , South Africa . 

Day 3 - Full Day Sardine Run Action -- Overnight Port St. Johns.  
We receive updates about the Sardine Run movements. After breakfast we launch and we spend the day out at sea enjoying the action and getting up close and personal with almost every species of marine animal including birds, dolphins, game fish, whales and sharks. In the afternoon we return to shore to relax or enjoy the local activities. Overnight Port St. Johns , South Africa . 

Day 4 - Full Day Sardine Run Action -- Overnight Port St. Johns.  
We receive updates about the Sardine Run movements. After breakfast we launch and we spend the day out at sea enjoying the action and getting up close and personal with almost every species of marine animal including birds, dolphins, game fish, whales and sharks. In the afternoon we return to shore to relax or enjoy the local activities. Overnight Port St. Johns , South Africa . 

Day 5 - Full Day Sardine Run Action -- Overnight Port St. Johns.  
We receive updates about the Sardine Run movements. After breakfast we launch and we spend the day out at sea enjoying the action and getting up close and personal with almost every species of marine animal including birds, dolphins, game fish, whales and sharks. In the afternoon we return to shore to relax or enjoy the local activities. Overnight Port St. Johns , South Africa . 

Day 6 - Full Day Sardine Run Action -- Overnight Port St. Johns.  
We receive updates about the Sardine Run movements. After breakfast we launch and we spend the day out at sea enjoying the action and getting up close and personal with almost every species of marine animal including birds, dolphins, game fish, whales and sharks. In the afternoon we return to shore to relax or enjoy the local activities. Overnight Port St. Johns , South Africa . 

Day 7 - Half Day Sardine Run -- Transfer Durban -- Overnight KZN South Coast . An early rise and we enjoy a final morning with the Sardine Run before being transferred to our accommodation on the South Coast [close to Durban airport]. Overnight KZN South Coast , South Africa. 

Day 8 - Airport Transfers to Durban International Airport .  
After an early breakfast we transfer to Durban Airport where we will bid you farewell until the next time....

4-day 'Great White Cage Diving' - South Africa  

The cage diving can be added to any itinerary.  

Extend your stay in South Africe and travel south to Cape Town where you will be transferred to Gansbaai. Dyer Island is the place to be to get up close and personal with the oceans most awesome predator, the Great White Shark. The tour includes 2-full days of Great White cage Diving, giving you will have a number of opportunities to view the sharks from the boat as well as the safe confines of the cage. 

Day 1 - Fly Durban to Cape Town -- Transfer Gansbaai -- Overnight Gansbaai.  
Fly from Durban to Cape Town . Upon your Arrival, you will be met at Cape Town International Airport & transferred to the lodge in Gansbaai [+/-2hours]. Your accommodation is in an upmarket lodge overlooking the ocean. The lodge is very central to the village and has a very cosy pub and a swimming pool. The accommodation is available as single, twin or double [depending on your requirements]. In the evening, you can enjoy dinner at the lodge or at one of the local restaurants & spend the evening relaxing. Overnight Gansbaai. 

Day 2 - Great White Cage Diving -- Overnight Gansbaai.  
After breakfast, we head for Kleinbaai [+/-5mins] where we board the boat and head for Dyer Island . A 20-minute boat ride gets you to the islands and Shark Alley where the anchor is dropped, and your adventure begins. During the day you will have a number of opportunities to view the Great White Sharks from the boat as well as from the safe confines of the cage. During the day you will also have a chance to cruise past the island to get an up close view of the 50000+ seals that live on the islands. A truly amazing experience!!! In the afternoon you return to shore and back to the lodge where the evening can be spent whale watching from the lodge. In the evening, enjoy dinner at the lodge or at one of the local restaurants & spend the rest of the evening relaxing at the lodge. Overnight Gansbaai. 

Day 3 - Great White Cage Diving -- Overnight Gansbaai.  
After breakfast, we head for Kleinbaai [+/-5mins] where we board the boat and head for Dyer Island . A 20-minute boat ride gets you to the islands and Shark Alley where the anchor is dropped, and your adventure begins. During the day you will have a number of opportunities to view the Great White Sharks from the boat as well as from the safe confines of the cage. During the day you will also have a chance to cruise past the island to get an up close view of the 50000+ seals that live on the islands. A truly amazing experience!!! In the afternoon you return to shore and back to the lodge where the evening can be spent whale watching from the lodge. In the evening, enjoy dinner at the lodge or at one of the local restaurants & spend the rest of the evening relaxing at the lodge. Overnight Gansbaai. 

Day 4 - Airport Transfers to Cape Town International Airport .  
In the morning you enjoy breakfast at the lodge and then you will be transferred to Cape Town International Airport [+/- 2hours], where we will bid you farewell [until next time!!!]. 

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