South Africa help

[Lee Trenum]

Hi, I'm new to the board; am hoping to benefit from the experience of divers who have gone before me; will reciprocate where possible.

I'm heading to SA in April 2009. Our diving is going to be concentrated in St Lucia Greater Wetlands. Anyone know anything about it? Is it good? Lots of life, sharks?

I'm considering sticking around for a few extra days; thinking of diving Aliwal Shoal and Protea, or maybe Mozambique; seems a shame to be so close and not do them; would appreciate any input from those who've been there before.

Any insight on weather and dive conditions in April would also be helpful.

Many thanks,
Lee

 

[jolo]

These are the fish you should find
Great White Sharks
Hammerheads
Zambesi sharks
Tiger sharks
Mantas
Turtles
Rays
Pelagic fish
Tropical fish
Eels
The weather is reasonable temps. should be between 28 and 30 you should not have rain

I strongly suggest you visit Mozambique it is far less commercial than S.A. the reefs are better,
there are far more fish and the water is crystal clear I suggest you visit Mozambique fishing and diving Resorts,dive at Guinjata Bay,Barra Lodge,Flamingo Bay,Promene Lodge,Barra Lodge,Flamingo Bay,Indingo Bay,Matembo Island,Mejumbe Island,Pemba Resort,

 

[AndyT]

If you are in the St Lucia area perhaps consider going to Sodwana Bay. I don't know of any dive ops in the St Lucia, it is better known for deep sea fishing.

Where are you booked to stay ?

If you want to go to Moz maybe try Ponta Molangane - you can drive up to the border and be collected by the resort.

 

[muddyh2o]

i give high marks to coral divers

Coral Divers

they have a great setup, nice accommodations, helpful (and attractive) staff and good coverage on the beach.

i had no complaints from my trip with them

 

[jolo]

Hi Lee
Check this link tells you what fish you should see at that time of year seasonal sighting chart
Regards

 

[sigourneya]

This thread is so helpful! We are going to South Africa for the first time in September, which according to some is the best time to go cage diving with the Great White, since it is when they are feeding? We will be in two locals: Aliwal Shoal and Gansbaai (Dyer Island). Thanks for all the great information!

 

[viceroy]

Not too sure about the Cape cage diving in sept (I've yet to do that)

But September is a good time to go to Aliwal as you'll see plenty of raggies (sand tiger sharks) at that time.

Hopefully the sea isn't too rough

 

[jolo]

You can view great white all year round check this link Shark Cage Diving | Great White Shark Diving | South Africa