Scuba Diving Equipment

- Predator dive

will be collected by your guide and transported to the aquarium in time for your booked Predator Dive

Free dive with the ragged-tooth sharks in the Cape Town aquarium.

These sleek bronze predators will glide past you as you scuba dive in the two million litre tank at the predator exhibit that is also home to many other species of large predatory fish from the South African coast.

After your free dive close encounter with the Ragged Tooth Sharks your guide will transport you back to your hotel for the rest of the day and night at your own leisure

Open Water One or Discover Scuba qualification required.

Day 2 – Croc cage dive

You will have an early morning collection by your guide and transported to Oudtshoorn.

Croc Cage Diving is based on the same principle as shark cage diving.

Visitors, 12 years and older, who are brave enough, will encounter these 4 meter Nile crocodiles while they swim around in a crystal clear heated croc pool.

Crocodiles close their mouth around their prey with an amazing pressure of over 1 ton per square inch.

Croc Cage Diving is not for the faint-hearted.

No dive xperience necessary

If this is not enough you will also be allowed the opportunity to have a natural encounter with cheetah, tiger cubs, reptiles and Humphrey the pigmy hippo.

After your croc cage dive and encounters with various other xciting creatures your guide will transport you back to your hotel for the rest of the day and night at your own leisure

Day 3: Great white shark cage diving

This is no aquarium!! Your shark diving xpedition begins with a light breakfast in Gansbaai followed by a brief orientation on the day’s activities ahead where you will xperience one of the most exhilarating days of your life!

You do not need certification for the cage diving at Shark Alley.

If you are not up to jumping in the cage you can get a brilliant view of these spectacular predators from the upper deck of the boat.

For the brave there is no limit on time in which you can spend in the cage.

Time permitting, the boat will visit Geyser Island en route, to view the Seal Colony.

During the right season you will also definitely have a very good chance of viewing the whales along the way.

All equipment will be supplied. A light lunch and snacks and drinks will be served on the boat.

Transport by means of luxury people carrier is provided both ways.

Once returning to your hotel you have the rest of the day and night at your own leisure




By: Gavin Pfister

Scuba diving is currently one of the most popular aquatic activities. It is a great activity for anyone who wants to be united with nature. It also opens a totally new perspective on how we view ourselves in relation to our surroundings.

The opportunity to dive under water is also a very invigorating activity. Since it is a different world, it seems like all of your problems are solved once you get to see the teeming life under the blue façade of the seas.

The nature below the surface of the water changes as the sun says its goodbye and as the moon starts to glow. Actually, most advanced divers would prefer to go on a night dive rather than a day dive. Why? Because at night, the sea is totally transformed and there are things underwater that you can only see at night. It’s like seeing all the high-rise buildings illuminate the happy streets of a city.

The beautiful scenery at night is something to look forward to. It is when all the nocturnal creatures become alive, giving the seas a different glow and color. Groups of minute organisms also reflect the light from the moon and create an effect that can’t be recreated by any natural or artificial means. The seas really come alive at night.

However, you should remember that night diving is only for experienced divers. It is most definitely not a walk in the park. The normal risks that a diver exposes himself to during day dives are enhanced at night. The darkness of the night also poses additional risks that aren’t present during the day.

We shall try to discuss some of the things that a diver must remember before night diving. If you are a beginner, you will want to read on so as to give youself some basic ideas on how to properly prepare and execute a night dive.

1. Rest well and eat well

Diving at night is physically more imposing than day dives. The coldness of the water will give a diver more stress plus the fact that the natural body clock is signaling the body to settle down and rest. Make sure that you have enough carbohydrates in your body to keep your body temperature stable under water. Carbo-loading can be done 2 days before you enter the water.

2. Orient yourself with the diving area

Aside from visiting the diving area beforehand, you can also opt to do a day dive on the same spot where you will be diving at night. This move lowers the risk of being lost at night and will give you more mobility because you are comfortable with the area.

3. Always have a night dive buddy

Perhaps the most important tip that you should remember is that you should never ever dive at night without a companion. Even if it’s not night time, you should also have someone to dive with you. Your diving buddy is your only hope against the wrath of the seas if something goes wrong. And, having a buddy will also make the experience more meaningful.

4. Get the right dive light

Essential equipment for night diving is a dive light. When choosing a dive light, you should consider the burn time, the beam width and the depth rating of the dive light. In terms of burn time, you should make sure that you fully recharge your battery if you are using a rechargeable one or bring extra disposable ones if you are using those.

Your maximum depth should also be lower than the rating of your light.

5. Get some glow sticks

Glow sticks are very useful underwater. You should attach some glow sticks to your air tank, or perhaps wrap them around your legs and arms so that you and your buddy can clearly see each other.

6. Know the rules

You can’t go around diving at night anywhere you want. Make sure that you inquire about the local regulations about diving at night.

Nothing beats diving at night. With the proper preparation and precautions, you should have nothing to fear and will look forward to seeing the majestic night seas.




By: Ollie Donovan

The Maltese Archipelago is a real paradise for divers and snorkellers. In the case of wreck diving, for many it is a dream come true. The islands have fortunately retained their natural state due, to a large extent, to the sea and its fauna.

The attraction of Malta and Gozo for the diver, however, is based on their unique topographic structure, the healthy water situation which offers a visibility of over 25 meters at most dive sites, the rich fauna and the large amount of wrecks. The combination of sheer cliffs, caves, wrecks, shelves and sandy and rocky sea beds, means there is a large variety of fauna and flora to see and explore in Maltese waters.

Wrecks, as artificial reef habitats, have provided a home for a great number of species in recent years and make excellent dive sites. Even more exciting for both the beginner and the experienced diver, there is also a large amount of wrecks from the First and Second World Wars. They are wrecks of all shapes and dimensions that make Malta and Gozo a clear cut ahead for wreck diving in the Mediterranean.

Some wrecks have also been scuttled as artificial reefs and all offer perfect living conditions for fish and marine organisms. Dives on offer in Malta are either from land or from a boat, depending on the level of experience and the dive sites selected. Maltese diving schools and clubs have highly qualified and experienced professional instructors running courses under the world’s largest diver training organisation, PADI (the Professional Association of Diving Instructors).

The best amongst Malta’s diving schools have their own dedicated top grade scuba equipment as well as all necessary support materials. Academic instruction and practical training can be carried out in English, German, French, Dutch, Italian, Russian and Arabic.

For the less daring – snorkelling

The active, colourful world that lies beneath the surface of the Maltese sea is full of secrets to be discovered and revealed by the ardent snorkeller. As one explores this world he soon learns more about its inhabitants and the rich life to be found there. It is easy to see why people can become passionate about the underwater world surrounding Malta and Gozo.

As an activity, snorkelling is within the reach of practically everyone. It does not ask for expensive or complicated equipment, and the basics are easy to learn. Most snorkellers take their holidays in areas that are ideal for snorkelling and for people of practically all age groups, which is why Malta has been regularly attracting more of them.

Snorkelling is the practice of swimming at the surface of a body of water while equipped with a diving mask, a shaped tube called a snorkel, and usually flippers. In cooler waters or in winter time, a wetsuit may also be worn. Combining these tools allows the snorkeller to observe underwater attractions for extended periods of time with relatively little effort.

Snorkelling is an increasingly popular recreational activity for visitors to Malta and Gozo, with hotels and holiday resorts offering lessons and snorkelling activities throughout the summer months. They give you the opportunity to observe underwater life in a natural setting. This may include some fascinating reefs and their denizens, such as fish, cephalopods, starfish, sea urchins, and mollusks. Snorkelling in the sandy areas may allow sightings of rays and various flatfish.

Other organisms that can be seen while snorkelling in Malta include various forms of seaweed, jellyfish, shrimp, and very rarely, sea turtles and other colourful species. It is a world inviting you in. Don’t hesitate. If the idea of scuba diving is a bit too scary, but you still want to connect with the world under water then snorkelling is the perfect compromise.




By: Lucborg