Stop right there ! Oh yes if you are in any doubt whether you want to be part of the greatest marine spectacle on earth, then maybe one of our other WWR trips is more suited to you. If however the prospect of becoming embroiled in the midst of a once in a life time, turbid blue soup of Sardines; Tuna; Shark; Seals; Whales and Dolphins gets your pulse racing then here it is - Our WWR 2009 Wild Card ...

The Sardine Run, and its incumbent ‘bait balls’ of Sardines has become one of the most recognized marine based images ever, especially on the various Nat Geo type documentary shows. With these vivid images now accessible to all, it is of course only natural that a select few would want nothing more than to dive in and see it for themselves ...

The spectacle begins annually, in June and July, with the millions of Sardines that begin their cold journey from the Agulhas Banks, heading North, up the East coast of South Africa. They are driven to follow this route, as they follow the cold plankton rich South to North current that develops there at this time. The Sardines, of course, are only one element in what has become known as “The Greatest Shoal on Earth”, because as they head North following their food source, all manner of larger marine inhabitants are also heading North following theirs - the Sardines ...

These following hunters will include all manner of predatory species, such as Game Fish; Shark; Dolphin; Orca and even large flocks of Sea Birds. It is thought that up to 20,000 Common Dolphin congregate for the event, alongside large numbers of Bottlenose; Orca and Brydes Whales. Also joining the burgeoning throng are 1000’s of Copper Sharks, that make the journey up from the Namibian Coast; Blacktip and Zambezi Sharks ...

If the shoal wasn’t already large enough its numbers are swelled yet further with the addition of hundreds of Seals, and 10’000 or more sea birds such as Gannets and Storm Petrels, joining from the coast. The sea birds are able to take advantage of the bumper harvest only thanks to the efforts of the Dolphins and Sharks below, as they drive the Sardines up towards the surface ...

Although not actually feeding on the Sardines this phenomenal marine spectacle is made even more special by the potential to see Humpback and Southern Right Whales. These magnificent creatures make their annual migration from their summer feeding grounds in the Antarctic, to their mating grounds off the Eastern coast of Africa, following the same route as the ‘super shoal’ ...

This 10 day trip begins as we touch down in Durben, after our flight change in Johannesburg, and transfer down to The Myboti River Lodge. The Adventure commences the next morning, and for the next 8 days, with a hearty breakfast before heading out to find our prey. All divers will be invited to join the Microlight Spotter, in locating the shoal and directing the divers to it, at some point in the expedition ...

The diving during this WWR Trip takes place during the morning, with the shoal being observed by a mix of Scuba / Snorkelling, dependant on the sea conditions and location of the shoal. On return to the centre, after a light lunch onboard, your day takes a different direction as you are invited to participate in the wide range of afternoon activities. These activities are included in your package, and include Horse Riding; Trail Hikes; Micro Light Tour or just a few relaxing Sundown-Cocktails at the lodge. As the day draws to a close your Myboti Lodge hosts will prepare your three course dinner, and talk you through the following days plan ...

Once you’ve experienced all of the thrills and excitement of your week amongst the shoal, we have got just what you need. No, not a relaxing break at a top quality spa, this is something even better ...

We have a simply mind blowing WWR Extension Option for this trip, giving you the chance to dive with The Greatest Predator on Earth ! Yes our extension option on this trip gives you the chance to extend your trip, by adding a four night stop over in Cape Town. During your stay you will be offered the chance to come face to face with the Great White Shark, not once but twice, on two Great White cage dives; complete a great South African Wreck Dive; visit the False Bay Seal Colony and then finally relax with a Cape Town peninsula tour ... So all that really remains to be said is - What are you waiting for !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!