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At our arrival we were welcomed very friendly. The rooms are absolutely ok, the equipment brand new. Our three days on the water were breathtaking, although the visibility was rather poor. We simply changed our focus on whale-watching and had some unbelievable encounters with humpbacks and bryde-whales we will never forget. Thank you for a wonderful time!

Sardine Run Port St. Johns 4 Night | 3 Sea Days | Wooden Chalets 2026

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&nbsp;The Sardine Run is an adrenaline fueled adventure that is described as a life-changing experience and a rare opportunity to connect with the ocean and its marine animals. From the moment the boat sets off and speeds over the ocean in search of the bird and dolphin activity your heart races with anticipation and excitement. The sight of a bait ball (tight formation of sardines) is mesmerising, as it shifts and changes shape before exploding when a predator charges through. Every sense is heightened as dolphins, sharks, sea birds, whales, and game fish rush in to feed mere inches away. Even on the surface you will find the experience awe-inspiring, when you get to see hundreds of dolphins riding the waves, gannets plunging from great heights, and whales breaking through the surface. This, combined with the smell of the ocean air, salt on your skin, and sound of the predators is something truly special.&nbsp;

Port St Johns, 5120, South Africa

Recommended flights into Mthatha Airport – only 2 hours from PSJ

Flights 

Quoted on request (Mthatha, Durban, East London)

Airport Transfers

Drinks

Equipment Hire

Travel & Dive Insurance

Sightseeing & Activities

Tips/Gratuities

Exclusive Aerial Support

Cremorne Estate, on a shared room basis.  Sinlge rooms available

4 Nights Accommodation

Breakfast & Dinner Daily

Lunch Packs

WiFi

Full day Ocean Safari (weather permitting)

3 Ocean Days

Diver Permit

Tanks /Weights/Airfills

Extra Seating, Camera Tables, Reduced Fuel Usage & Carbon Emissions

Custom Built DiveBoat

Experienced Skipper & PADI Certified Dive Guide

Skipper & Guide

Drying Room for Wetsuits

Arrive and transfer to Port St. Johns. &nbsp; Check into the hotel for 4 nights and meet up with the crew to set up your equipment for the following day. &nbsp;Join the welcome briefing in the early evening before dinner. We recommend:&nbsp;<ul> <li>Flight: JNB (OR Tambo International Airport)&nbsp; to UTT (Mthatha Airport) | 1hr20min</li> <li>Road Transfer: Book a transfer with ProDive | 2hrs</li></ul>

Arrival

Day 1

After breakfast you will be picked up by the boat &nbsp;directly in front of the hotel.Spend the full day out at sea looking for Sardine Run action.Ocean Safari - lunch &amp; snacks are provided on the boat. Return to hotel at approximately 3 pm (weather permitting) to relax before dinner.

Sea Days

Day 2 - 4

Check out after breakfast and transfer to the airport for your flight home.&nbsp;

Departure

Day 5

The Cremorne Estate is nestled between the dramatic cliffs and lush forests,&nbsp;on the banks of the Umzimvubu river. &nbsp;&nbsp;They are our accommodation of choice, located on the quieter side of the river.The Rustic Cabins provide a cozy and practical stay, featuring a double bed and double bunk to comfortably accommodate families or small groups. Each cottage is equipped with an open hanging cupboard, desk with kettle, and access to shared ablution facilities. Guests can also make the most of the outdoor braai area overlooking the beautiful manicured gardens and river frontage.&nbsp;&nbsp;There is a restaurant &amp; pub on site, with its own private jetty allowing our boat to pick you up and drop you off on your doorstep. &nbsp;The perfect place to rest and recharge during your Sardine Run adventure.

Where You Stay - Cremorne Estate

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME?This is the most asked question and as with nature, we may never have an exact date but with over 25 years of Sardine Run experience the best time in Port St. Johns is typically between mid-June to the end of July.&nbsp;&nbsp;IS IT GUARANTEED? Like any wildlife encounter it is not guaranteed, however a day out on the ocean can bring about anything, anytime, and you are sure to be rewarded with awesome encounters with marine life.SCUBA OR SNORKEL This is not a typical scuba diving trip. The majority of the excursion is experienced through snorkeling due to the boat moving along quickly to keep up and get the best action. A great product for both divers and non-divers. It is usually only once we spot a large enough static bait ball, divers can scuba and be in close proximity to the feeding frenzy. We load one 12L dive cylinder per person for the day.MINIMUM DIVING REQUIREMENTS It is recommended that you at least have your Advanced Diving qualification or at least Open Water with enough experience. It is important to have good buoyancy control as the dives are in mid-water and there is no reference to the bottom.WEATHER &amp; SEA CONDITIONSThe air temperature varies between 14 - 25 degrees. The winter months are usually very comfortable with cold mornings and evenings, warm days &amp; little rain. The water temperature varies between 15 - 22 degrees Celsius, we recommend a 5mm 2-piece or 7mm wetsuit, including a diving hood &amp; booties. Dry suits are not ideal as they create drag on the surface of the water. &nbsp;The sea conditions can vary dramatically from flat mirror like conditions to choppy seas and big swells.The visibility is usually very good with an average of 15 - 30m visibility, however there are days where it can drop down to 2 - 3m vis.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSGetting in an out of the water and swimming on the surface can take some effort but there is usually more than enough time in-between the action to rest and recharge. There is no required level of fitness, however it is not recommended for anyone with limited mobility.&nbsp;

&nbsp;The Kruger National Park is world famous for the Big 5, travelers from all over the globe come to pay a visit to one of our national parks to tick the box for this bucket list destination. Our country works very hard at preserving its wildlife, and we work with renowned safari lodges and suppliers to ensure your holiday will be one that will never be forgotten.&nbsp; Package Includes:· Return transfers from Mpumalanga Airport to Pestana Kruger Lodge· 3/4 Nights’ Accommodation in a Classic Room - single supplement· Breakfast &amp; Dinner Daily· 2 Full Day Game Drives (4 Night Extension Only)&nbsp;· 1 Morning Game Drive (4 Night Extension Only)&nbsp;· 1 Sunset Game Drive· Conservation FeesPackage Excludes: &nbsp;· Lunch (in the park or at the Lodge)· Drinks· Connecting flights from Mthatha to Mpumalanga/ Johannesburg· Transfers outside the above schedule· Tips· Additional game drives or sightseeing

Kruger National Park Extension

Spend a few days Aliwal Shoal, one of South Africa’s premier dive spots where sightings of Ragged Tooth sharks are common and the possibility of other large pelagics such as, sea turtles, potato bass and numerous game fish can be seen.&nbsp; Extremely popular with divers is the baited shark dive where you will be surrounded&nbsp;by anything from 20 – 80 bold Oceanic Black Tip sharks and might even have other species such as Tiger or Bull sharks come close.&nbsp; Package Includes:&nbsp;&nbsp;· 3 Nights accommodation in a Superior Room at Blue Marlin&nbsp;· Breakfast, Lunch &amp; Dinner, Selection of soft drinks, local beers, wines and spirits&nbsp;· 3 Reef Dives&nbsp;· 1 Baited Shark Dive&nbsp;· Tanks &amp; Weights&nbsp;· Permit&nbsp;· Transfer to Dive Centre&nbsp;· 1 hour transfer from Aliwal to the Durban AIrportPackage Excludes:&nbsp;&nbsp;· Personal travel, baggage and dive insurance&nbsp;· Transfers outside the above mentioned schedule&nbsp;· Sightseeing or entrance fees&nbsp;· Additional Dives&nbsp;· Dive Gear

Aliwal Shoal Extension

Sardine Run Port St. Johns 3 Sea Days | 4 Night | Rustic Cabins 2027

Airport Transfers per person to accommodation &amp; back to airport

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Price Per Person Sharing

Add on a single supplement to have your own room, pay an additional R1000 for 4 nights

Single Supplement

Full Gear

Full Gear plus Computer hire for 3 Sea Days

Full Gear plus Computer

Regulator

Computer

Wetsuit &amp; Hoodie hire for 3 Sea Days

Wetsuit & Hoodie

Hoodie Only

Fins

Booties

Mask &amp; Snorkel hire for 3 Sea Days

Mask & Snorkel

15L Tanks

The Cremorne Estate is nestled between the dramatic cliffs and lush forests,&nbsp;on the banks of the Umzimvubu river. &nbsp;&nbsp;They are our accommodation of choice, located on the quieter side of the river. The Wooden Chalets offer a wide variety of cosy en-suite log cabins (singles, doubles &amp; family rooms), each with a fan heater, tea and coffee facilities, TV with selected DStv channels, and a balcony overlooking the garden, river, and mountains.There is a restaurant &amp; pub on site, with its own private jetty allowing our boat to pick you up and drop you off on your doorstep. &nbsp;The perfect place to rest and recharge during your Sardine Run adventure.

Sardine Run Port St. Johns 3 Sea Days | 4 Night | Wooden Chalets 2027

Add on a single supplement to have your own room, pay an additional R2000 for 4 nights

Hoodie

7 Nights Accommodation

5 Ocean Days

Arrive and transfer to Port St. Johns. &nbsp; Check into the hotel for 7 nights and meet up with the crew to set up your equipment for the following day. &nbsp;Join the welcome briefing in the early evening before dinner. We recommend:&nbsp;<ul> <li>Flight: JNB (OR Tambo International Airport)&nbsp; to UTT (Mthatha Airport) | 1hr20min</li> <li>Road Transfer: Book a transfer with ProDive | 2hrs</li></ul>

Day 2 - 7

Day 8 

The Cremorne Estate is nestled between the dramatic cliffs and lush forests,&nbsp;on the banks of the Umzimvubu river. &nbsp;&nbsp;They are our accommodation of choice, located on the quieter side of the river. The Executive Rooms are spacious and luxurious, designed for ultimate comfort and relaxation. Each room features a stylish en-suite bathroom, fan and wall heater, tea and coffee facilities, and a TV with selected DStv channels. Step out onto your private balcony with chairs overlooking the beautiful manicured gardens and river frontage.&nbsp;&nbsp;There is a restaurant &amp; pub on site, with its own private jetty allowing our boat to pick you up and drop you off on your doorstep. &nbsp;The perfect place to rest and recharge during your Sardine Run adventure.

&nbsp;The Kruger National Park is world famous for the Big 5, travelers from all over the globe come to pay a visit to one of our national parks to tick the box for this bucket list destination. Our country works very hard at preserving its wildlife, and we work with renowned safari lodges and suppliers to ensure your holiday will be one that will never be forgotten.&nbsp; &nbsp;Package Includes:· Return transfers from Mpumalanga Airport to Pestana Kruger Lodge· 3/4 Nights’ Accommodation in a Classic Room - single supplement· Breakfast &amp; Dinner Daily· 2 Full Day Game Drives· 1 Morning Game Drive (4 Night Extension Only)&nbsp;· 1 Sunset Game Drive (4 Night Extension Only)· Conservation Fees Package Excludes: &nbsp;· Lunch (in the park or at the Lodge)· Drinks· Connecting flights from Mthatha to Mpumalanga/ Johannesburg· Transfers outside the above schedule· Tips· Additional game drives or sightseeing

Sardine Run Port St. Johns 5 Sea Days | 7 Night | Executive Room 2027

Add on a single supplement to have your own room, &nbsp;pay an additional R7000 for 7 nights

Full Gear plus Computer hire for 5 Sea Days

Mask &amp; Snorkel hire for 5 Sea Days

South Africa

After more than twenty five years experiencing the Sardine Run and our local knowledge and experience with the animals, ProDive provides the highest probability of encountering the densest displays of the Sardine Run action, where you can see dolphins, whales and sharks, as well as the birds on the bait balls.

Pro Dive Travel

The Sardine Run is an adrenaline fueled adventure that is described as a life-changing experience and a rare opportunity to connect with the ocean and its marine animals. From the moment the boat sets off and speeds over the ocean in search of the bird and dolphin activity your heart races with anticipation and excitement. The sight of a bait ball (tight formation of sardines) is mesmerising, as it shifts and changes shape before exploding when a predator charges through. Every sense is heightened as dolphins, sharks, sea birds, whales, and game fish rush in to feed mere inches away. Even on the surface you will find the experience awe-inspiring, when you get to see hundreds of dolphins riding the waves, gannets plunging from great heights, and whales breaking through the surface. This, combined with the smell of the ocean air, salt on your skin, and sound of the predators is something truly special.

11 Nights Accommodation

9 Ocean Days

Arrive and transfer to Port St. Johns. &nbsp; Check into the hotel for 11 nights and meet up with the crew to set up your equipment for the following day. &nbsp;Join the welcome briefing in the early evening before dinner. We recommend:&nbsp;<ul> <li>Flight: JNB (OR Tambo International Airport)&nbsp; to UTT (Mthatha Airport) | 1hr20min</li> <li>Road Transfer: Book a transfer with ProDive | 2hrs</li></ul>

Day 2 - 10

Day 11

The Cremorne Estate is nestled between the dramatic cliffs and lush forests,&nbsp;on the banks of the Umzimvubu river. &nbsp;&nbsp;They are our accommodation of choice, located on the quieter side of the river. The Executive Rooms are spacious and luxurious, designed for ultimate comfort and relaxation. Each room features a stylish en-suite bathroom, fan and wall heater, tea and coffee facilities, and a TV with selected DStv channels. Step out onto your private balcony with chairs overlooking the beautiful manicured gardens and river frontage.&nbsp;&nbsp;There is a restaurant &amp; pub on site, with its own private jetty allowing our boat to pick you up and drop you off on your doorstep. &nbsp;The perfect place to rest and recharge during your Sardine Run adventure.

The Kruger National Park is world famous for the Big 5, travelers from all over the globe come to pay a visit to one of our national parks to tick the box for this bucket list destination. Our country works very hard at preserving its wildlife, and we work with renowned safari lodges and suppliers to ensure your holiday will be one that will never be forgotten.&nbsp; Package Includes:· Return transfers from Mpumalanga Airport to Pestana Kruger Lodge· 3/4 Nights’ Accommodation in a Classic Room - single supplement· Breakfast &amp; Dinner Daily· 2 Full Day Game Drives· 1 Morning Game Drive (4 Night Extension Only)· 1 Sunset Game Drive (4 Night Extension Only)· Conservation FeesPackage Excludes: &nbsp;· Lunch (in the park or at the Lodge)· Drinks· Connecting flights from Mthatha to Mpumalanga/ Johannesburg· Transfers outside the above schedule· Tips· Additional game drives or sightseeing

Spend a few days Aliwal Shoal, one of South Africa’s premier dive spots where sightings of Ragged Tooth sharks are common and the possibility of other large pelagics such as, sea turtles, potato bass and numerous game fish can be seen.&nbsp; Extremely popular with divers is the baited shark dive where you will be surrounded&nbsp;by anything from 20 – 80 bold Oceanic Black Tip sharks and might even have other species such as Tiger or Bull sharks come close.&nbsp; &nbsp;Package Includes:&nbsp;&nbsp;· 3 Nights accommodation in a Superior Room at Blue Marlin&nbsp;· Breakfast, Lunch &amp; Dinner, Selection of soft drinks, local beers, wines and spirits&nbsp;· 3 Reef Dives&nbsp;· 1 Baited Shark Dive&nbsp;· Tanks &amp; Weights&nbsp;· Permit&nbsp;· Transfer to Dive Centre&nbsp;· 1 hour transfer from Aliwal to the Durban AIrportPackage Excludes:&nbsp;&nbsp;· Personal travel, baggage and dive insurance&nbsp;· Transfers outside the above mentioned schedule&nbsp;· Sightseeing or entrance fees&nbsp;· Additional Dives&nbsp;· Dive Gear

Sardine Run Port St. Johns 11 Night | 9 Sea Days | Executive Room 2026

NB: The package prices are quoted in Rands and the Dollar equivalent is based on the exchange rate at the time. Prices have been calculated at R16/$.

Add on a single supplement to have your own room, &nbsp;pay an additional R4150 ($260) for 11 nights&nbsp;

Full Gear plus Computer hire for 9 Sea Days

Wetsuit

Mask &amp; Snorkel hire for 9 Sea Days

SMB 

Sardine Run Port St. Johns 11 Night | 9 Sea Days | Rustic Cabins 2026

Add on a single supplement to have your own room, &nbsp;pay an additional R1375 ($85) for 11 nights&nbsp;

The Cremorne Estate is nestled between the dramatic cliffs and lush forests,&nbsp;on the banks of the Umzimvubu river. &nbsp;&nbsp;They are our accommodation of choice, located on the quieter side of the river. The Bed &amp; Breakfast rooms offer a wide variety of cosy en-suite log cabins (singles, doubles &amp; family rooms), each with a fan heater, tea and coffee facilities, TV with selected DStv channels, and a balcony overlooking the garden, river, and mountains.There is a restaurant &amp; pub on site, with its own private jetty allowing our boat to pick you up and drop you off on your doorstep. &nbsp;The perfect place to rest and recharge during your Sardine Run adventure.

Sardine Run Port St. Johns 11 Night | 9 Sea Days | Wooden Chalets 2026

Add on a single supplement to have your own room, &nbsp;pay an additional $240 for 11 nights&nbsp;

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