5 Day Sardine Run Snorkelling Ocean Expedition – Port St Johns

From R27 250 p/p sharing (2026)

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Dive into the heart of the South African Sardine Run on this 4-night ProDive Snorkelling Ocean Expedition based in Port St Johns. Witness the unforgettable spectacle of breaching whales, hunting dolphins and spiralling seabirds as they pursue the migrating sardine shoals along the Wild Coast. Stay at Cremorne Estate, set between towering forested cliffs on the banks of the Umzimvubu River, and enjoy evenings around the fire sharing stories from the day’s action.

With over 25 years of Sardine Run experience, ProDive’s expert team offers some of the best encounter opportunities on the coast, supported by PADI-certified skippers and an exclusive aerial and land spotting crew. Their custom-built Sardine Run boats carry only eight guests, offering superior comfort, space and access to the action — ensuring a safe, personalised and truly exhilarating marine adventure.

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Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival and Welcome
Arrive at Mthatha Airport and transfer to Port St Johns. Check into Cremorne Estate for four nights, surrounded by dramatic cliffs and lush river scenery. In the early evening, meet your ProDive crew for a full expedition briefing and orientation ahead of the adventure.

Days 2 to 4 – Daily Sardine Run Ocean Safari
After breakfast, board your custom Sardine Run boat directly from the lodge. Spend the day on the water tracking marine activity with guidance from the exclusive aerial and land spotting team. Experience close encounters with dolphins, whales, sharks and diving seabirds as they hunt along the coastline. Enjoy a delicious Ocean Safari lunch onboard. Return to the lodge at approximately 3pm to unwind before dinner.

Day 5 – DepartureAfter breakfast, check out and transfer back to Mthatha Airport for your flight home.

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From R27 250 p/p sharing (2026)

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Includes

• 4 nights accommodation at Cremorne Estate

• 3 full-day Sardine Run ocean safaris

• Expert PADI-certified skippers and crew

• Exclusive aerial and land spotting team

• Ocean Safari lunches onboard

• Return transfers to/from Mthatha Airport

 

Excludes

• Flights to/from Mthatha

• Personal travel insurance

• Optional extras and gratuities