🐬South African Sardine Run - 1 WEEK INSIDE A NATURE DOCUMENTARY 🐋
Details
1 week of an exclusive, small-group ocean expedition for freedivers, photographers, and wildlife enthusiasts! If you love the ocean, this trip is for you.
Each year, the waters off South Africa’s Wild Coast transform into one of the planet’s most dramatic natural events. Billions of sardines migrate along the Wild Coast, making it one of the largest animal migrations on the planet. It attracts a diverse range of predators, from dolphins and sharks to whales and seabirds - all converging in a feeding spectacle few ever witness up close.
The Sardine Run remains one of the most spectacular events on earth. Each day, ocean conditions, currents, and predator behavior determine what you’ll encounter. You’ll spend your days following the pulse of the sea - sometimes waiting, sometimes immersed in pure chaos and raw nature beauty.
We partner with a trusted local dive operator with extensive experience running ocean expeditions along the Wild Coast. Their skilled skippers, dive crews, and wildlife spotters bring a deep understanding of the area’s conditions and marine life, ensuring safety, precision, and ethical wildlife encounters.
📅 Week 1: 5-12 July 2026, Week 2: 13-20 July 2026
📍Wild Coast, South Africa
👥 Max 7 guests · small group only
🤿 Open to freedivers, snorkelers & ocean enthusiasts
WHAT'S INCLUDED
✅ 6 full days on the water
✅ 7 nights at Eco Swell Lodge (private en-suite chalet, ocean views)
✅ All meals · freediving gear · expert local crew
✅ Professional marine photography
✅ Transport to/from Mthatha Airport
✅ Massage included 🙌
We will freedive & snorkel. Good swimming skills and comfort in the open ocean are what matter.
🎥 Watch my documentary from the last Sardine Run here:
https://youtu.be/Wid5LHZGChg?si=HxeYvCBfHssgo0Wl
🌊 Full details & booking:
Week 1: https://jmt.li/UIbXB6
Week 2: https://jmt.li/92nyMG
DM me or comment below with any questions -happy to chat! 🐠