Baited
Shark Diving
Face-to-Face with South Africa’s Apex Predators
Join the Ultimate Adrenaline Experience on the Protea Banks
Looking for the thrill of diving with sharks in open water — no cage, just you, the deep blue, and some of the ocean’s most powerful creatures?
Welcome to Baited Shark Diving at Protea Banks, South Africa’s most renowned shark hotspot. Launching daily from Shelly Beach, we offer guided, ethical baited dives that bring you eye-to-eye with up to eight shark species, including tiger, bull, blacktip, and hammerhead sharks.
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Location: Shelly Beach, near Durban
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Dive Site: Protea Banks (15 min boat ride)
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Trips Run: Daily, weather permitting
- ⚠No cages – just pure, unfiltered ocean interaction
Book today to secure your date with the sharks. Spaces fill fast during season!
Why Book a Baited Shark Dive With Us?
Our crew is made up of certified dive professionals, marine conservationists, and local skippers with over 15 years’ experience guiding divers safely through shark encounters.
What Makes Our Baited Dives Stand Out:
- No-cage, natural behavior encounters in open ocean
- Ethically baited techniques that respect shark wellbeing
- Experienced PADI dive team on every trip
- Maximum 10 divers per boat for an intimate, safe experience
- Quick access from Durban or Margate
What You’ll See on a Baited Dive
The Protea Banks are world-famous for baited dives that attract multiple shark species. Depending on the season, divers may encounter:
- Oceanic Blacktip Sharks (year-round)
- Tiger Sharks (March–June)
- Bull Sharks (Nov–May)
- Hammerhead Schools (Summer)
- Dusky Sharks and more…
💡 Our dives are designed to maximize your chance of sightings, depending on season and sea conditions.
Dive Itinerary
- 07:00 – Meet at Shelly Beach Launch Site
- 07:30 – Safety Briefing & Gear Check
- 08:00 – Boat Launch to Protea Banks
- 08:30 – Dive Begins (45–60 min underwater)
- 10:00 – Return and Debrief at Base
We offer both single dives and double-dive packages. No dive license? Ask about our Discover Shark Diving program!
Who Can Join?
- Be 16 years or older
- Open water certification witjh minimum of 20 dives
- Be medically fit to dive
We offer introductory briefings and supervised dives for first-timers. Certified divers with an Advanced Open Water qualification will be permitted deeper dives on request.
Pricing & Packages
| Packages | Details | Price |
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2 reef dive |
Wight + tanks |
R1,800 |
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2 dives – 1 reef + 1 baited |
Wight + tanks |
R2700 |
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4 dives |
3 reef + 1 baited |
R4500 |
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6 dives |
6 reef + 1 baited |
R6300 |
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8 dives |
7 reef + 1 baited |
R8100 |
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Add-On |
GoPro footage |
R400 |
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Group Bookings |
4+ divers |
Custom pricing |
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Gear rental |
Full gear |
R600 |
🎁 Early booking promo: Save 10% when you pay online in advance!
Location & Getting Here
Book Your Baited Shark Dive Today
This is your chance to witness nature’s apex predators up close in one of the best shark diving locations on Earth. No cages. No gimmicks. Just a raw, unforgettable encounter.