Diving in South Africa
More Than a Dive Trip. A Complete African Adventure.Looking for more? Ask us about a proposed reef, shark and wreck diving journey: Sodwana Bay reef diving, shark diving in Cape Town, and a wreck-diving extension. Final locations, operators, diver requirements and inclusions will be confirmed during planning.
More Than a Dive Trip
Our product is deliberately not just a dive package. The Sandline experience brings together exceptional diving, African wilderness, culture and carefully coordinated travel into one unforgettable journey.
7 Nights
Seven unforgettable nights exploring the beauty and diversity of South Africa.10 Reef Dives
Ten scheduled reef dives in the exceptional waters of Sodwana Bay.Big Five Safari
An authentic African safari experience in search of the iconic Big Five.Zulu Culture
Experience the traditions, stories and heritage of the Zulu people.Lake Sibaya
Discover the untouched wilderness and extraordinary landscapes of Lake Sibaya.Kosi Bay
Explore Kosi Bay and experience the traditional Thonga fish-kraal culture.Ocean & African Sundowners
Slow down and take in spectacular ocean and African sunset experiences.Premium Accommodation
Comfortable, carefully selected accommodation with meals according to the final itinerary.Private Transportation
Private transportation and seamless transfers from King Shaka International Airport.Non-Divers Welcome
If one partner dives and the other doesn't, the non-diving partner should not spend the holiday sitting around waiting for the diver. Sandline can plan suitable activities around the diving schedule so both guests can enjoy:- Safari
- Zulu culture
- Wilderness experiences
- Meals
- Sightseeing
- African experiences
The goal is that both divers and non-divers experience the destination together, even when they aren't participating in the same activity.
Weather & Itinerary Changes
Sodwana Bay lies on the Indian Ocean, and weather, wind, swell, currents and sea conditions can change. The package therefore includes 10 scheduled reef dives, not 10 guaranteed dives. Diving must always remain subject to suitable conditions and the professional dive operator's decision. If conditions prevent diving on a particular day, where practical Sandline will work with the dive operator to rearrange the diving schedule and move another included experience into that time.Alternative experiences include:
- Big Five safari
- Cultural experience
- Lake Sibaya
- Kosi Bay
- Sightseeing
- Other suitable activities
Best Time to Dive Sodwana Bay
- Diving conditions vary seasonally.
- Marine encounters vary throughout the year.
- Clients can choose travel dates based on what they most want from the experience.
Based in America. Rooted in Africa.
We operate on both sides of the journey.
Your Complete Journey, Coordinated
Airfare
International airfare is not included in the advertised base package.Flight Assistance
Sandline can assist with and coordinate international flight arrangements and other travel requirements.Flights Around Your Itinerary
Wherever reasonably possible, Sandline can coordinate flights around the African itinerary.Sandline helps coordinate the complete journey, rather than simply selling a dive package and leaving the client to organize everything else.
Why travel all the way to Africa just to dive?
Come for the reefs. Then experience the Big Five. Discover Zululand. Meet the people. Experience the wilderness. See another side of Africa.