Shark Cage Diving Durban, South Africa

Shark cage diving Durban will bring you up close and personal to the ever-inquisitive Oceanic Blacktip shark! These sharks are feisty and curious but you do not need to worry! Swim with them from inside or outside the cage for the ultimate shark diving experience! Our cage is floating and offers an unbeatable shark viewing experience. 

Umkomaas and Park Rynie, near Durban, is the cage diving hotspot of KwaZulu-Natal! Oceanic Blacktips are spotted here in high numbers and this makes it the most common shark found along the coast of Durban. When cage diving, you can expect to see up to 20 sharks surrounding you! These sharks grow up to 1.8 meters! In general, Oceanic Blacktip sharks are not aggressive and appear to be cautious of divers.

The Annual Sardine Run

The KwaZulu-Natal coastline transforms into a spectacular ocean spectacle during the winters of May through July, when the Sardine Run takes place near Durban. The annual migration brings millions of sardines near coastal areas, triggering an explosive response from marine predators, including dolphins, whales, seabirds, and numerous sharks. Shark divers in Durban should experience the Sardine Run because it provides seasonal opportunities to witness dusky sharks, blacktips, copper and tiger sharks during their feeding frenzy near the coastline. Our Sardine Run tours offer expert guides and marine briefings, complemented by underwater action that rivals any wildlife safari experience. Your Durban shark diving experience will reach new heights when you join us.