Winter “Raggies” Tour

Duration: 10 Days

Dive into the captivating world of Raggies Tours, where the elegance of ragged-tooth sharks awaits you in the pristine waters of South Africa. This extraordinary experience combines the thrill of encountering these fascinating sharks with the serene beauty of our diverse marine ecosystem. As you explore the underwater realm, you’ll come face-to-face with magnificent creatures, all while enjoying a safe and memorable adventure that’s hard to replicate elsewhere. The exhilaration of swimming alongside these apex predators will create memories that last a lifetime.

Guided by our seasoned dive instructors, you can rest assured that your safety is paramount while you engage with these incredible sharks in their environment. With years of experience and a commitment to responsible diving, we have established a track record of safe and exciting encounters with ragged-tooth sharks. Join us on a Raggies Tour for a truly unique diving experience that captures the essence of South Africa’s underwater wonders and offers an adrenaline rush like no other.

1st Leg – The “Raggie Close Encounter” Dive

Leg Duration: 5 Days

During the Raggie high season the Raggies that have followed the annual migration of the Sardines, move onto the shoal in there hundreds. It is speculated that they move in there to escape the fierce currents that are found off the Kwa Zulu Natal coast and the abundance of food. Although they have gouged themselves on sardines all the way to our relatively warmer waters as opposed to the Cape waters. They come here essentially to copulate. Although one of the fiercest looking sharks they are unusually calm and accommodating posing for the photographer at every opportunity. The “Raggie Close Encounter” dives are spectacular. You will be lead through the dive by Walter Bernardis the owner of African Watersports Aliwal or Tyrone Bernardis his son as they demonstrate how relaxed the sharks are. If you fall into the category of Shark enthusiast, then it should be placed on top of your “dives to do” list. They come right up to you with their menacing mouths gaping displaying their very impressive set of dentures that fall out throughout their lives. It is these same teeth that end up on necklaces and proudly displayed by Shark divers around the world. Once you have experienced this sharks and witnessed their quiet and calm disposition one quickly relaxes and bathes in the splendor of these magnificent creatures.

2nd Leg – The Big 5 Safari

Leg Duration: 2 Days

Imagine being on foot in indigenous forest, knowing you are in the realm of the terrestrial Big 5, Lions, Rhino, Elephant, Leopard and Buffalo. You will be in the hands of an experienced guide who will put you on the spoor (footprints) of one of these magnificent creatures, today it might be the Black or White Rhino, tomorrow it may be the Leopard or Lion. Whichever you are bound to see a host of different Antelope, bird life, bush pig etc and be able to experience Africa as it was for the Zulu’s who lived in these environs before the arrival of the white man. Your accommodation will be at a comfortable bush lodge where all your needs will be taken care of.

3rd Leg – The Great White

Leg Duration: 3 Days

This dive needs little explanation and takes place in the cold waters of the Cape at Gaansbaai. This is a cage dive and in season you could have up to six different sharks on one day – big sharks – a photographers dream.

The day starts at approximately 09h00 when, after breakfast , you launch out of Gaansbaai to a little Island known as Dyer Island. There the skipper will drop anchor in the best position to view sharks. The rest of the day is spent viewing sharks from the surface and in the water from a cage. These creatures are truly an awesome sight and one that will keep you talking about sharks for a long time.