Seal Scuba Dive (ProDive)

Activity Description

THIS IS BOUND TO BE ONE OF YOUR MOST EXCITING INTERACTIONS WITH MARINE ANIMALS EVER!

Seals, so ungainly on land, are transformed into the most graceful creatures once they enter the water. Their large, intelligent eyes follow the divers as they swim playfully amongst them, blowing bubbles & moving in for a closer look – this is a once in a lifetime diving encounter!

The Seal Colony is found on the Robberg Peninsula & is only a 10-minute boat ride from the dive centre. It is a shallow dive (4-6m) & is suitable for all divers.

Not qualified? Join us for a PADI Discover Scuba Diving course, which includes a lecture, pool session & seal dive (only takes one day)!

Is it Safe?
The seals are friendly & inquisitive, however as with any animal – if provoked or harassed, they would be capable of causing harm.

You will be met on arrival by our experienced seal guide who will sign you in & assist with fitting your snorkel & scuba gear (changing rooms & lockers are available on site). Once everyone has geared up, the group will take a short stroll on the beach to the boat where you be given a briefing by the skipper & seal guide on boat procedures & the seal scuba experience, before embarking on a short boat ride to Robberg Nature Reserve. You will then get to jump into the water with your guide for an exhilarating 30 minute scuba dive with the seals. On arrival back at Pro Dive our facilities include changing rooms & shower facilities where can freshen up after your once in a life time marine animal encounter.

Arrangements

DurationOpen Ended

WhenClosed on Christmas Day

WhereMEETING PLACE: Please drive straight to the Beacon Island Hotel Main Entrance. Park outside & follow our signs on the walkway to the left of the boom gate. We are INSIDE the Beacon Island Hotel complex, next to the volleyball courts. If you need any further directions please ask the security. MEETING TIME: (IMPORTANT) The time advertised is the launch time, please meet at our dive centre no later than 45 minutes before the time.

WeatherAll trips are weather dependent & conditions will be checked on the morning of your activity, one hour prior to arrival time. Please note that if the weather conditions are not suitable for diving, the Charter can be cancelled on the morning of the dive.

What to WearSwimming Costume, towel & diving gear (if you have your own).

Things to BringCostume & towel. It is essential to bring along your Dive certification card / logbook to verify your qualification. If you are not carrying these items & are a PADI certified diver, to avoid disappointment please contact us ahead of time so that we can verify your certification on the PADI Website. Please bring along your own water bottle or we have ones on site for sale to avoid single use plastic. You can use our water dispenser on site (no charge).

Guests or SpectatorsJoin as a SEAL VIEWING GUEST – see Seal Viewing - R495 per person.

Requirements

Minimum Age10 years

Minimum Height0.0 m

Maximum Height0.0 m

Fitness LevelNo Fitness Requirement

Maximum Weight0.0 kg

CertificationOpen Water Diver / Discover Scuba diving course prior to dive

Experience LevelAccomplished

Inclusions and Exclusions

Inclusions

Guided Dive
FREE Photo & Video footage is made available to you after the trip.

Exclusions

Soft Gear Hire (Wetsuit, Mask, Snorkel, Fins & Weightbelt): R500
Scuba Gear Hire: (BCD, Regulator & Tank) R450
Full Gear: R795
Tanks: R150
Weight Belt: R100
Mask & Snorkel: R100
Fins: R100
Wetsuit: 200

Notes

WHERE TO MEET:
Please drive straight to the Beacon Island Hotel Main Entrance. Park outside & follow our signs on the walkway to the left of the boom gate. We are INSIDE the Beacon Island Hotel complex, next to the volleyball courts. If you need any further directions please ask the security.
MEETING TIME:
The time advertised is the launch time, please meet at our dive centre no later than 45 minutes before the time.

RABIES UPDATE:
We want to keep you informed about the recent rabies cases identified in seals. Our team is actively monitoring the situation in coordination with the Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism, as well as Cape Nature who manage Robberg Nature Reserve. While the cases have been isolated, we’ve introduced additional safety measures to protect everyone.
To help manage the risk, we’ve implemented extra precautions by working together with the other operators & have experienced marine spotters keeping an eye out for any unusual seal behaviour.
During excursions, our guides carry first aid kits specifically for bite injuries and are always close by while you’re in the water, ready to assist immediately. The boat stays close to the group to pick up divers swiftly, if required. We have a 30 year impeccable safety record and our crew are always ready to react in any situation.
Our local trauma doctor is fully equipped to handle seal bite incidents and we have ensured that vaccines are readily available.
If you’re feeling unsure, you’re welcome to switch to a viewing trip instead—it’s just as fun and a great way to enjoy the experience from a different perspective. Whatever you choose, we’re here to make sure your adventure is both safe, enjoyable & memorable!