The next
Scientific Expedition is due to take place between 20 -
26th
September 2004. Please
contact us if you are interested.
In line with our overriding
policy of education and conservation, we are proud to
offer our new ‘Scientific Expeditions’.
Shark Diving Unlimited invites you to spend an entire
week watching, diving, learning and experiencing this
incredible animal. Accompanied by the Shark Diving
Unlimited team, including their own marine biologist,
and with the help of white shark researcher Michael
Scholl, you can get the ultimate white shark experience.
Visit our link to Michael Scholl’s website to find out
more about his research.
The aim of this program is to offer shark and nature
enthusiasts an opportunity to discuss, debate and learn
about white sharks with professionals, researchers and
like-minded people. The course is limited to a maximum
of 12 people for a more personal experience. The
structure of the expedition is centered on daily
excursions to view and/or dive with white sharks in the
Dyer Island area. Each evening, lectures and discussions
will be held. Topics include:
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General shark biology and introduction to the white shark |
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Predatory behaviour of the white shark |
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Habitat utilization by the white shark |
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Photo-identification techniques used to study the white shark |
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The role of eco-tourism in shark conservation |
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Tracking the movements of white sharks |
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The conservation status of white sharks |
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The Dyer Island ecosystem |
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The biology of the Cape fur seal |
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Video discussions |
In addition to white shark viewing and cage diving, other possibilities include:
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White shark breaching |
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White shark mouth gaping |
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Trips to view Dyer Island (sea bird colony) and Geyser Rock (Cape fur seal colony) |
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Cape fur seal dives |
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Reef dives |
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Kelp forest dives |
The expedition lasts for seven days, with five full days of white shark viewing and/or cage diving (these can be swapped for some of the other activities above). However, since all activities at sea are entirely weather dependent, we cannot guarantee these five days. We can offer day excursions elsewhere in the area for bad weather days. These are at additional cost to the group:
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Two Oceans Aquarium – South Africa’s most spectacular aquarium, at the Waterfront in Cape Town. The aquarium offers dives in to the predator tank to dive with Raggie toothed sharks. |
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Waterfront in Cape Town – Beautiful setting for buying presents for friends and family. |
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Cape Agulhas – The Southernmost tip of the African continent. |
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Table Mountain – South Africa’s most famous landmark. |
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Boulder’s Beach – African penguin colony |
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Land or boat based whale watching – Seasonal (July – November) |
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Horse riding through the Fynbos – Ride through the sixth and smallest flora biome and discover the diversity of plant life. |
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Township Tour – The local black African township, a cultural experience! |
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Wine tasting – Sample the famous beautiful South African wines this area has to offer. |
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Hermanus – This beautiful town is a sight to behold, and a great place to buy holiday gifts. |
Included in the expedition price:
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All trips to sea |
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All lectures and discussions |
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Transport during the week |
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Accommodation in a fully serviced luxury guesthouse |
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All meals |
Please contact us for this season’s prices and further details.