South Africais the only place where you can combine a Big 5 Safari (Lion, Buffalo, Leopard, Rhinoceros and Elephant) with beautiful diving. The Perfect Safari Dive Trip! There are few places where biodiversity is as beautiful as in South Africa. In addition to tropical reefs and corals, you will also find the larger animals that make diving so great here. (Whales, Dolphins, Whale sharks, different shark species,…)
Our South Africa trip is a must for every diving and wildlife enthusiast. It is a unique opportunity to see the best of both worlds in a short travel time
Aliwal Shoal is the world famous shark diving hotspot in South Africa, where you can see different species of sharks all year round. The Marine Protected Area is also a Mission Blue Hope Spot. Whether you’re a macro fan looking for nudibranchs or an adrenaline junkie looking for larger pelagic species such as sharks and rays, Aliwal Shoal has some amazing dives in store for you.
During the diving trip we also do 2 Baited Shark Dives.
Shark bait dives here are one of a kind and something you should experience at least once in your life. With two drums full of bait, the drums slosh in the current, creating a scent trail that the sharks like to follow to investigate. During the summer months (November-March) tiger sharks often seen and may sometimes be accompanied by a bullshark. Hammerheads can be seen as they pass by in the summer months, It’s a great opportunity to get up close and positively interact with sharks while capturing the experience on camera.
Cathedral
Perhaps the most famous spot on Aliwal Shoal, and a must on everyone’s bucket list! Cathedral is often filled with dozens of sandtiger sharks (seasonal), and a few resident Potato Bass. If you keep your eyes open, you are sure to find several species of nudibranchs and leaf fishes. Don’t forget to look up, hammerhead sharks and humpback whalescan all be spotted here.
Hluhluwe Imfolozi National Park is the oldest game reserve in South Africa. The park consists of 960 km² of hilly area in central Zululand covered with classical savannas. The park is home to the BIG 5 (leopard, lion, buffalo, rhinoceros and elephant). Besides the BIG 5, many other animals can be found in the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi park such as cheetahs, wild dogs, wildebeest, giraffes, zebras and more!
Ask us for an extension of your stay, and combine a shark diving holiday with a Big 5 Safari!
After the flight to Durban (King Shaka International Airport) the driver will take you to Blue Ocean Resort to Umkomaas.
1 x Baited Shark Dive (Oceanic Black Tip Sharks) & 1 x Reef Dive (Aliwal Shoal)
*(Plus Additional dives should weather and launch conditions allow)
2 x Reef Dives (Aliwal Shoal)
*(Plus Additional dives should weather and launch conditions allow)
1 x Baited Tiger Shark Dive & 1 x MV Produce Wreck Dive
*(Plus Additional dives should weather and launch conditions allow)
1 x Reef Dive (Aliwal Shoal) & 1 x Nebo Wreck Dive
*(Plus Additional dives should weather and launch conditions allow)
2 x Reef Dives – (Aliwal Shoal)
*(Plus Additional dives should weather and launch conditions allow)
2 x Reef Dives – (Aliwal Shoal)
*(Plus Additional dives should weather and launch conditions allow)
Transfer back to King Shaka International Airport (Durban) or to you Big 5 Safari (Optional Extra)
Contact us if you want to extend your diving days or just want to discover South Africa, or even go diving at Protea Banks.
Blue Ocean Dive Resort is the best choice for your diving holiday at Aliwal Shoal, Protea Banks and the Sardine Run on the south coast of Kwazulu Natal. Let us WOW you with their spectacular service, friendly and professional staff, excellent track record of safety and superior boats and equipment! Everyone checks in as guests, but leaves as friends. Their service is and remains unmatched. You will have a holiday you will never forget.
