From shark diving the legendary Aliwal Shoal to chasing bait balls along South Africa’s Wild Coast at the upcoming Sardine Run – this is your call to adventure.
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Live the Ocean Warrior Life.
Scuba Diving. Ocean Adventures. Eco Tours
We are Ocean Warriors
Bound by the sea, we are a tribe of divers, wave riders, and adventurers shaping the next generation of ocean athletes. We offer unmatched ocean experiences – with purpose, passion, and protection at our core.
Led by world champion lifeguard Julian Taylor, our team of exceptional skippers and dive masters have a combined track record of 50,000+ dives and launches without incident.
Sardine Run Booking Now Open – A Once in a Lifetime “Bucket-list” Experience!
Aliwal Shoal Ocean Activities
Ocean Warriors Dive is based in Umkomaas, KwaZulu-Natal. We offer a variety of ocean activities including PADI scuba diving courses, marine photography workshops, wave riding and surfing lessons or simply enjoy the ocean view from our Beach House accommodation swimming pool after your shark or reef dives. We are dedicated to delivering world-class scuba diving experiences, including the upcoming Sardine Run 2025 Experience, a bucket-list experience for divers, photographers, and ocean warriors alike.
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Sardine Run 2025
Limited Space!
The Greatest Ocean Spectacle on Earth
This phenomenon is the largest biomass migration on the planet, occurring along South Africa’s Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal coastline. Millions of sardines migrate in vast shoals, attracting an array of marine predators, including sharks, dolphins, whales, and seabirds.
All-Inclusive 7 Nights, 6 Dive-Days
Booking available from 28 June to 13 July
EXCLUSIVE GROUP OFFER
Only $2500 p.p
Share the Experience
Book a Groups of 8 and Only Pay for 7 People! This Package includes
Full Board Bed & Breakfast for 7 Nights & 6 Water Days.
Sardine Run All-Inclusive Package Details:
Ocean Experience
Dive into one of the greatest marine spectacles on earth.
- Scuba diving and surface snorkeling
- Up-close encounters with dolphins, sharks, whales, and seabirds hunting in a feeding frenzy
- Expert dive crews
- Internationally acclaimed marine photographer to capture your moments
- Highly-trained skippers and safety operators
- Convenience launch site
- All Gear Included
- On-Site Medical Team
- 6 Full Water Days Weather and Launch Permitting
Accommodation
Stay at Swell Eco Lodge. Perfectly located, hosted by Cheryl Petzer, on the northern bank of the Mdumbi River, Eastern Cape.
- Full board, beer and wine
- Free Wifi
- Comfortable en-suite rooms
- Daily oysters and crayfish
- Pool with ocean view in relaxing in the lush coastal setting
- Easy beach access
- Free Airport Transfers via. Umtata
Other Activities
More Than Just a Dive Trip. Elevate your dive skills with a first-of-it’s-kind expert-led PADI Sardine Run Specialty Certification.
- Surf lessons
- Guided kayaking tours
- Guided walks and hikes
- Night time fishing
- MTB Routes
- Sunset bonfires
- Indigenous dance shows
- Underwater Photography Workshops – Learn to capture the magic of the ocean.
Meet Our Team
Of Ocean Warriors
In partnership with the respected father-son duo Emil and Travis Pirzental from Aliwal Shoal Adventures, and internationally acclaimed marine photographer and PADI Dive Instructor Rae du Plessis, our team brings not only experience and skills, but a deep passion for the ocean.
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