Protea Banks

World-renowned shark hotspot with exceptional biodiversity and guaranteed encounters.

Boat Access
30m Avg Depth
40m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, known as Protea Banks, is a world-renowned shark diving hotspot. Located in an area declared a marine protected area in 2019, it boasts exceptional biodiversity and ecological importance. Dive In Adventures offers guaranteed shark encounters on almost every dive at the Banks. Divers can expect close interactions with various shark species including Tiger sharks, Hammerheads, Blacktips, Ragged-tooth sharks, Bull sharks, and even giant Guitar sharks. Less frequently, Great Whites, Threshers, Copper sharks, Duskies, and Sandbar sharks may also be spotted. Beyond sharks, the site offers exciting opportunities to observe dolphins regularly throughout the year, and during their migration season, you might witness magnificent Humpback whales. The area provides an amazing underwater experience with these diverse marine animals. Its location makes it a fantastic destination for experienced divers.

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Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Excellent
Macro Marine Life Fair
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness World Famous

Plan Your Visit

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Marine Life

Tiger sharkHammerhead sharkBull sharkRagged-tooth sharkOceanic blacktip sharkGuitar sharkHumpback whaleDolphinRaysGreat White sharkThresher sharkCopper shark

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Advanced

Deep site (40m) with strong currents and large pelagic sharks, requiring experienced divers.

Hazards:
currentdepthmarine lifeboat traffic
Current Strength:

Strong

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 21.6°C

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