Baited Shark Dives at Protea Banks
Ethical, Safe & Unforgettable
Baited Shark Dives at Protea Banks
Dive into one of the most thrilling underwater adventures in South Africa — a baited shark dive on Protea Banks. Just a few kilometres off Shelly Beach, this world-famous site is home to an incredible variety of shark species and offers divers the chance to get up close in a safe and controlled environment.
What to Expect
A baited dive is an open-ocean experience designed to attract sharks naturally using scent only — no feeding, no touching, and no harm. Once the scent is placed in the water, sharks approach out of curiosity, allowing divers to observe them calmly in their natural environment.
During the dive, you’ll drift in the blue, often surrounded by majestic species such as:
Tiger Sharks
Bull (Zambezi) Sharks
Blacktip Sharks
Hammerheads (in season)
Each dive lasts about 50–60 minutes, depending on conditions. The visibility can be outstanding, and the excitement of seeing multiple sharks circling peacefully in the deep blue is something you’ll never forget.
Safety and Professionalism
All dives are led by experienced professionals who know Protea Banks inside and out. Our team prioritises diver safety with clear pre-dive briefings, small groups, and the use of Nautilus GPS tracking devices for every diver. We launch from Shelly Beach — an experience in itself — and ensure that all safety procedures are followed from start to finish.
Ethical Diving — No Sharks Are Harmed
At Dive in Adventure Tours, we believe in responsible and ethical shark diving.
We do not feed or touch sharks.
We never use hooks, lines, or physical contact.
All bait drums are removed immediately after the dive.
Sharks are not conditioned to associate people with food.
Our goal is to promote shark conservation and appreciation through education and respectful encounters. Every dive is an opportunity to help change the perception of these magnificent animals.
Requirements
Open Water certification (or equivalent)
Minimum 35 logged dives recommended
Good boyancy and Comfortable in open-ocean and drift conditions
Newer divers can still join with a private instructor for extra safety and confidence.
Best Season
Protea Banks offers shark diving all year round.
Summer (Nov–May): Tiger Sharks and schooling Hammerheads passing b
Winter (Jun–Oct): Bull Sharks
Join Us
Experience the thrill of diving among South Africa’s top shark species in a safe, respectful, and unforgettable way. Whether it’s your first baited dive or your tenth, Protea Banks will leave you in awe.
Dive in Adventure Tours — Ethical shark diving. No sharks are harmed. Always.
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