Least ConcernHumpback Whale
Megaptera novaeangliae
A reef on the edge of the continental shelf. It is dived without a cage, which makes it, along with Aliwal Shoal, one of the most direct shark destinations in the world. The area also protects three submarine canyons and a spawning ground for commercial fish.
Depth
25–40 m
Recommended level
Advanced
Average visibility
15 m
Reckoned one of the best shark diving sites in the world, with up to seven different species sighted in a day.
Protea Banks Marine Protected Area, established in 2004; around 1,200 km². Sharks are protected throughout the area for their ecotourism value
Several as yet undescribed species of fish, corals and ctenophores have been observed in the area.
Sources consulted: Wikipedia (Sodwana Bay National Park / Protea Banks MPA); iSimangaliso Wetland Park Authority; SeaCrush; Mozambique Experience; Jenman Safaris
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Same country: South Africa
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Water temperature
22 °C
Current
Strong
Access
Boat
Best season
All year round, peak Jun-Jul
Recommended certification
Deep Diver
Approx. price
90 USD / dive
Same country: South Africa
South Africa