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Aliwal Shoal Shark Diving

Durban, South Africaby Daytours Durban

  • 5.3 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 10 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, French

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Overview

Start your day with a convenient early morning hotel pickup and enjoy a scenic coastal drive to Umkomaas, the gateway to the world-famous Aliwal Shoal. Meet your expert dive team for a personalized safety briefing and professional gear fitting before heading out on an exhilarating inflatable boat ride. Dive into the warm, crystal-clear waters for an unforgettable encounter with ragged-tooth sharks (seasonal), and possibly tiger or blacktip sharks, in their natural habitat—no cage required. Explore vibrant coral reefs, ancient fossil formations, and a rich variety of marine life, including turtles, rays, and tropical fish. This thrilling yet controlled experience offers the perfect blend of adrenaline and natural beauty, making it a must-do adventure for ocean lovers.

What's included

  • Full Shark Diving equipment.
  • Snacks
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Aliwal North

    5 hours

    Dive into the waters of Aliwal Shoal on a guided shark diving tour from Durban. Encounter ragged-tooth, tiger, and blacktip sharks, and admire vibrant marine life in their natural habitat. Begin your adventure with an early morning pickup from your hotel and enjoy a scenic 1-hour transfer along the coast to Umkomaas, the gateway to Aliwal Shoal. Meet your shark diving team for a personalized safety briefing and equipment fitting. Board an inflatable boat and head out to Aliwal Shoal. Enter the warm, clear waters to encounter ragged-tooth sharks (seasonal), and possibly tiger or blacktip sharks, in their natural habitat. Alongside sharks, admire colorful corals, fossilized reefs, and marine life such as turtles, rays, and tropical fish. Return to shore

Meeting and pickup

Guests will receive their exact pickup time the day before departure, and an African Eagle representative will welcome them in front of their accommodation.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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