Itinerary Summary
Day 1 : Arrive Durban Airport -- Transfer and Overnight Aliwal Shoal.
Day 2 : 2 x Shark Dives Aliwal Shoal -- Overnight Aliwal Shoal.
Day 3 : 2 x Shark Dives Aliwal Shoal -- Overnight Aliwal Shoal.
Day 4 : 2 x Shark Dives Aliwal Shoal -- Overnight Aliwal Shoal.
Day 5 : 2 x Shark Dives Aliwal Shoal -- Overnight Aliwal Shoal.
Day 6 : 2 x Shark Dives Aliwal Shoal -- Overnight Aliwal Shoal.
Day 7 : Transfer to St. Lucia -- Hippo and Croc River Cruise -- Overnight St. Lucia.
Day 8 : Full Day Open Vehicle Safari -- Overnight St. Lucia.
Day 9 : Full Day Open Vehicle Safari -- Overnight St. Lucia.
Day 10 : Transfer to Durban Airport [flights after 4PM].
* Package includes 2 x baited shark dives
* Extra diving is available should conditions allow and can be arranged when you are here.
Flight Requirements
Arrive : Durban Airport at anytime
Depart : Durban Airport after 4pm [Domestic Flight] or 6pm [International Flight]
When you arrive at Durban Airport you will be met and transferred to Umkomaas.
Please do not book flights until you have confirmed availability and we are holding your space/s.
Aliwal Shoal Accommodation
Your accommodation is situated in the small diving town of Umkomaas and is just a 10-minute walk from the beach.
The dive centre is on-site at the lodge. All rooms have en-suite facilities and rooms are serviced daily.
The lodge offers free Wi-Fi Internet Access, Satellite TV and has an amazing swimming pool area.
Just wake-up, roll out of bed and go shark diving - awesome!
St Lucia Accommodation
Your accommodation is situated in the small town of St Lucia perfectly located for your Safari and Hippo / Croc cruise.
All rooms have en-suite facilities and rooms are serviced daily.
The lodge offers free Wi-Fi Internet Access, Satellite TV and has an amazing swimming pool area.
About the Diving
The Aliwal Shoal is situated about 5-kms from the small diving town of Umkomaas and is rated as one of the top shark diving sites in the world.
Shark Diving on the Aliwal Shoal takes place on either the reefs or the wrecks.
The Aliwal Shoal is home to many species of shark including Tiger Sharks, Ragged Tooth Sharks, Blacktip Sharks,
Bull Sharks, Hammerhead Sharks, Guitar Sharks, Whitetip Reef Sharks and more.
The baited shark diving takes place on the southern end of the Aliwal Shoal with the main focus of the baited dives being Tiger
Sharks, you often get other species of shark on the dives including Blacktip Sharks, Dusky Sharks, Bull Sharks
and sometimes others.
The Aliwal Shoal is also home to a huge variety of other marine life including Dolphin, Turtles, Rays, Eels, Game Fish,
Reef fish and more.
Water temperature ranges between 23C and 25C during the summer [September to May] and 20C and 22C in the winter [June to August].
Typical Day
After breakfast meet at the dive centre to kit-up and prepare for the days shark diving on the Aliwal Shoal.
Each day you will experience two dives on the reefs and wrecks of the Aliwal Shoal.
The diving starts with a surf launch from the beach before heading off to dive with the many species of shark found on the Aliwal Shoal.
After the shark diving return to the lodge where there are hot showers and a secure wet-room to store your gear.
Spend the afternoon relaxing around the pool, walking on the beach or visit a local attraction.
In the evening enjoy dinner at one of the local restaurants.
About the Safari
Each day the you depart from your lodge just before sunrise and head to
Hluhluwe iMfolozi Big 5 Reserve, South Africa’s oldest Big 5 Game Reserve.
Early morning offers you the opportunity to see the animals that are most active at dawn, such
as Lion, leopards, cheetah, wild dogs, and hyenas.
After sunrise breakfast is served in the reserve at one of the many look-out points.
After breakfast you continue exploring the reserve looking for all different kinds of wildlife
including hippo, rhino, giraffe, elephants and more, enjoying the stunning landscape of the
reserve at the same time.
A BBQ Lunch or a cold buffet is served in the park (depending on the weather), at a look-out point or hide.
After the safari you return to St Lucia, to relax and reflect on the day’s sightings.
2024 Package Costs
Prices are valid for all 2024 bookings.
Diver [sharing] : €1550 / £1360
Diver [single room] : €1820 / £1590
Non-Diver [sharing] : €1060 / £930
The Non-Diver package does not include going out on the boat.
What's Included
Airport Transfers
All other transfers
11-nights Accommodation [incl. Breakfast]
8 x shark dives Aliwal Shoal
2 x Baited shark dives Aliwal Shoal
Full Day Open Vehicle Safari
Cylinders, air-fills, weight belts and diver permits.
What's Not Included
Flights
Visas
Dive gear [can be hired]
Lunches, dinners and drinks.
Dates and Availability
Booking information is available below the dates.
Before booking flights please CONFIRM availability for the dates that you require.
