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For the rest of the year, diving takes place on the southern pinnacles, which are not as beautiful to look at, but feature the most fantastic shark sightings imaginable. Diving starts here in October when the first Zambezies come back and schools of Hammerheads are often encountered from November onwards.
The first five months of the year Zambezies, Hammerheads, Sandsharks, Coppersharks and many other species are encountered. Easter time is the best time for Zambezies, Hammers, Black Tips, Tiger sharks and even the odd Great White. In June / July countless whales and dolphins visit the area, during the Sardine Run. The ocean is abuzz of marine life, the weather always perfect and the sea is as smooth as a lake. Unfortunately too few people know how fantastic this time really is. The Sardine Run is a world phenomenon, unique to South Africa. People who have had the priviledge to experience the sea during this time will never forget the vibe and the adrenaline rush when huge whales breach meters away from the boat.....and dolphins ride the bow-wave in sheer living pleasure. For safety reasons, diving should not be atempted into sardine pockets as the feeding frenzy along with it might cause serious harm to divers. The banks can however still be dived, to enjoy an array of sharks as
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