Sardine Run - Cintsa Wildcoast. East London
We offer a 7 Night 5 Day package. The sardine run of Southern Africa occurs from May through to July. Billions of sardines (Sardinops sagax) spawn in the cool waters of the Agulhas Bank and move northward along the east coast of South Africa. The sardine shoals are often more than 7 km long, 1.5 km wide and 30 meters deep.
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Adult R40000.00
Price
Plettenberg Bay
Sardine Run
Underwater Encounters
Activity Description
Join us for the amazing sardine run. For 2024 We offer a 7 Night 5 Day package. The sardine run of Southern Africa occurs from May through to July. Billions of sardines (Sardinops sagax) spawn in the cool waters of the Agulhas Bank and move northward along the east coast of South Africa. Their numbers of sardine create a feeding frenzy along the coastline. The run, containing millions of individual sardines, occurs annually between May and August when a coastal current of cold water heads north from the Agulhas Bank up to Mozambique.
In terms of biomass, researchers estimate the sardine run could rival East Africa’s great wildebeest migration. However, little is known of the phenomenon. It is believed that the water temperature has to drop below 21 °C in order for the migration to take place. The sardine shoals are often more than 7 km long, 1.5 km wide and 30 meters deep. These shoals are clearly visible from spotter planes or from the surface.
Drawn to this mass migration is a diverse array of marine predators. These include the Common dolphin (Delphinus capensis), Cape gannet (Morus capensis), Cape fur seals (Arctocephalus pusillus pusillus), Blacktip shark (Carcharhinus limbatus), Dusky shark (Carcharhinus obscurus) and Bryde’s whale (Balaenoptera brydei) amongst others. In addition, Humpback whales (Megaptera novaeangliae) are continuously encountered on the sardine run. Whilst not attracted to the sardines per se, these leviathans pass through the sardine run on their northern migration from Antarctica to Mozambique’s summer breeding grounds.
Arrangements
Duration Open Ended
When The sardine run is between June and July so dates will be depending on the year.
Where Cintsa ( East london ) Wildcoast
Weather This activity is very weather dependent but we will let you know ahead of time if the boat will not go out.
What to Wear On the boat trips, you will wear your diving gear. Warm/waterproof jacket is recommended.
Things to Bring Bring your snorkeling gear if you have some. If you don't, kindly contact us and we will supply these at an extra cost.
Guests or Spectators No spectators allowed on the boat and in the accommodation.
Requirements
Minimum Age 16 years
Minimum Height 0.0 m
Maximum Height 0.0 m
Fitness Level Average
Qualifications Not Applicable
Maximum Weight 0.0 kg
Certification None Required
Experience Level No Experience Requirement
Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions
Rates include:-
6 night dinner, bed & breakfast accommodation in a single room
4 ocean days (weather permitting)
Sardine run ocean safari footage
Comprehensive packed boat refreshments (lunch)
Wetsuit, mask and fins
weight belt
Diver( Snorkeler )permit
Experienced sardine run skipper & dive guide
Exclusions
Rates exclude:-
Drinks / items of a personal nature
Additional chargeable land based activities i.e. guided hiking etc.
Dive gear rental – must please be pre-arranged
Transfers
Dive / travel insurance
Air fares / taxes
Passports / visas
Notes
It’s going to be Amazing!
If you book both weeks please use this code to insure the correct discount is subtracted.
Congratulations, you have been awarded the following voucher codes for the “Sardine Run 2
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This voucher is redeemable for a R20000 off for up to 1 guest on the following services:
Sardine Run – Cintsa Wildcoast 14 night 10 day package ( Both weeks must be selected )
Voucher Conditions:
Voucher is valid for activities between 25 May 2024 and 8 June 2024
Voucher has Unlimited uses
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Voucher is transferable to any bearer
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Voucher cannot be redeemed for value when booking the supplier via a third party
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Service T&C’s Apply
Service Terms and Conditions
RESERVATIONS
Reporting time 30 minutes before departure time All request for amendments to a reservation at least 30 days prior to trip. Full payment is required within 30 days of invoice date. If payment and proof thereof is not received, the reservation will be cancelled. All requests for amendments to a reservation are required in writing by fax or electronic mail at least 30 days prior to the first activity date. Amendments may be approved subject to availability in the sole discretion of Offshore Adventures Management. CANCELLATIONS A 100% cancellation fee will apply in the event of a no show by guest on the activity date. In the event of an amendment not received 30 days prior to activity booked and approved the guest will still be responsible for the full cost for the total number of passengers originally confirmed. Management reserves the right to cancel any transfer or activity due to unforeseen circumstances including but not limited to, lack passengers, unsafe sea conditions or weather conditions. In case of a weather cancellation, weather conditions are judged exclusively by Offshore Adventures Management, guests must report for the service/activity unless notified by Offshore Adventures Management. In the event of a cancellation by Offshore Adventures Management, a full refund will be given on the amount paid less the cost incurred to book the accommodation on behave of the clients (or refunded to booking agent). In the event of a boat launching and conditions are deemed unsafe to enter the water at the digression of the guide and skipper only, the excursion will refunded to a viewing rate. INDEMNITY All passengers are required to sign an indemnity form for all transfers and activities they are participating in prior to departure of the activity. In case guest refuse to sign the indemnity form the guest will not be able to partake in the activity and will not receive any refund. The indemnity form must be signed by a Parent/Legal guardian for children under 18 years. Any unaccompanied child under 18 requires the indemnity to be signed by a parent/legal guardian prior to the activity. CHILDREN Children are classified as a passenger therefore on certain activities the full rate will apply to them. GENERAL Management reserves the right to amend/cancel/add terms & conditions without notice. All terms & conditions are subject to South African Law & Jurisdiction Upon confirmation of reservation, Swell Eco Lodge reserves the right to charge a cancellation fee unless the reservation is cancelled within 24 hours of the original confirmation of the reservation. Applicable cancellation fee equivalent to: 150 – 91 days prior to arrival at the lodge = 25% of the full amount if the entire booking is cancelled or 35% of the revenue relating to the cancelled rooms 90 – 61 days prior to arrival at the lodge = 50% of the full amount if the entire booking is cancelled or 50% of the revenue relating to the cancelled rooms 60 – 31 days prior to arrival at the lodge = 75% of the full amount if the entire booking is cancelled or 75% of the revenue relating to the cancelled rooms 30 – 00 days prior to arrival at the lodge = 100% of the full amount if the entire booking is cancelled or 100% of the revenue relating to the cancelled rooms, unless the reservation is cancelled within 24 hours of the original confirmation of the reservation.