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Aliwal Shoal South Africa

Last Updated on Saturday, 05 December 2009 05:48 Written by Codfather Monday, 27 July 2009 00:00

Aliwal Shoal is a scuba divers paradise. Situated 30 minutes South of Durban international airport, this short journey brings you to one of the top 10 dive sites in the world. TheAliwal Shoal is a rocky reef which is the remains of an ancient sand dune approximately 5km off the coast of KwaZulu Natal South Africa. The reef plays host to many kinds of hard and soft corals and a variety of tropical and subtropical fish species. Aliwal Shoal was named after the sinking of the 3 Masted vessel the "Aliwal", Captained by James Anderson in 1849. There are two wrecks near the reef that are prime sites for divers. The Norwegian bulk carrier called the MV Produce which sank in 1974 and the Nebo which sank in 1884. Aliwal Shoal has some stunning marine life which explains its popularity with divers. The Shoal is known for its abundance of Ragged tooth sharks (Raggies) or sand tiger sharks which congregate in the winter months between May and November to mate. A specialist Tiger shark dive is also very popular here. Divers wishing to dive Aliwal Shoal are well served by a number of dive centres and accommodation providers located in the nearest town of Umkomaas. Aliwal Shoal is rated as one of the top 10 dive sites in the world.

Launch from the Umkomaas river mouth or a beach launch if the river is running low. The Aliwal Shoal is approximately 7kms approx from the Umkomaas river. The inflatable dive rib boats launch through the Indian Ocean surf which can be a bit hair raising at times, but all part of the fun. Local skippers will guide you through the often difficult surf to this divers paradise in the Indian Ocean.

On the journey to Aliwal Shoal you will often see Dolphins, Whales, Turtles. When you reach Aliwal Shoal you will also find numerous reef fish, corals, sharks, including Ragged tooth sharks, Zambezis, Tiger sharks, Hamerhead sharks.

Areas of interest on and around Aliwal Shoal include

Aliwal Shoal

Last Updated on Tuesday, 13 July 2010 11:41 Written by Codfather Wednesday, 29 July 2009 00:00

The Aliwal Shoal is a rocky reef which is the remains of an ancient sand dune approximately 5km off the coast of KwaZulu Natal, South Africa. The reef plays host to many kinds of hard and soft corals and a variety of tropical and subtropical fish species. Aliwal Shoal was named after the sinking of the 3 Masted vessel "Aliwal", Captained by James Anderson in 1849. There are two wrecks near the reef that are prime sites for divers. The Norwegian bulk carrier called the "Produce" which sank in 1974 and the Nebo which sank in 1884. Aliwal Shoal has some stunning marine life which explains its popularity with divers. The Shoal is know especially for its abundance of Grey Nurse Sharks (known locally as ragged tooth sharks or "raggies") between July and November when the sharks congregate there to mate.

Those wishing to dive Aliwal Shoal are well served by a number of dive centres located in the nearest town of Umkomaas.

Sardine Run 2010 Dive Packages

Last Updated on Saturday, 05 December 2009 09:10 Written by Mick Clarke Friday, 31 July 2009 14:11

7 Day Package:

Sardine Run 2010

After a fantastic year in 2009 with some amazing footage captured by divers and photographers from all around the world it is now time for you to book your adventure to see this amazing spectacle called "The Greatest Shoal On Earth"

Africa Dive Expeditions September Shark Course

Last Updated on Monday, 28 December 2009 03:12 Written by Codfather Wednesday, 29 July 2009 00:00

AFRICA DIVE EXPEDITIONS SEPTEMBER SHARK COURSE

PADI / SHARKLIFE RAGGED TOOTH SHARK SPECIALITY COURSE

The last course took place at Umkomaas Aliwal Shoal on the weekend of September 11thIf you would like to atend the next course please contact us This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Aliwal shoal history

Last Updated on Monday, 09 November 2009 10:23 Written by Mick Clarke Monday, 27 July 2009 00:00

The Aliwal Shoal is a rocky reef which is the remains of an ancient sand dune approximately 5km off the coast of KwaZulu Natal South Africa. The reef plays host to many kinds of hard and soft corals and a variety of tropical and subtropical fish species. Aliwal Shoal was named after the sinking of the 3 Masted vessel "Aliwal", Captained by James Anderson in 1849. There are two wrecks near the reef that are prime sites for divers. The Norwegian bulk carrier called the MV Produce which sank in 1974 and the Nebo which sank in 1884. Aliwal Shoal has some stunning marine life which explains its popularity with divers. Rated as one of the top 10 dive sites in the world. The Shoal is know especially for its abundance of Grey Nurse sharks or sand tiger sharks (known locally as ragged tooth sharks or "raggies") between May and November when the sharks congregate there to mate.

Divers wishing to dive Aliwal Shoal are well served by a number of dive centres and accommodation providders located in the nearest town of Umkomaas.

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