Scuba Tours
Sodwana
COST: Sharing R16 400 | Single R19 900
DATES AVAILABLE
Be swept away by the sheer exhilaration of Sodwana Bay, a captivating jewel nestled along South Africa’s resplendent KwaZulu Natal north coast. Situated between the enchanting realms of St. Lucia and Lake Sibhayi, this coastal paradise resides within the prestigious Sodwana Bay National Park and the awe-inspiring Maputaland Marine Reserve.
Brace yourself for an extraordinary diving escapade, as Sodwana Bay emerges as a coveted haven for thrill-seeking adventurers. Marvel at the southernmost coral reef formations in all of Africa, where an extraordinary tapestry of vibrant hard and soft corals flourish upon a one-of-a-kind sandstone foundation. Prepare to be enchanted by the mesmerizing sight of flat reefs adorned with majestic low pinnacles, alluring shallow drop-offs, and captivating gullies, spanning depths ranging from 6 meters to an astounding 100 meters. Delve into an underwater wonderland teeming with life, as Sodwana’s reefs play host to an astounding 1200 species of fish. With each dive, you’ll encounter a mesmerizing array of marine creatures, from graceful turtles and majestic rays to awe-inspiring sharks. Brace yourself for an unforgettable journey into the depths of Sodwana Bay, where every dive promises an extraordinary encounter with nature’s most captivating wonders.
Mafia Island, Tanzania 8 Day tour
COST: Sharing from R21900 | Single from R30 500
DATES AVAILABLE
(Click on the date below to register for the tour via Entry Ninja)
Dive into the enchanting world of Mafia Island, where crystal-clear, warm waters beckon adventure seekers to explore a marine paradise like no other. Delve into the depths of the Mafia Island Natural Marine Reserve.
Embark on a scuba journey that promises not only vibrant coral reefs but also encounters with an array of marine wonders. Picture yourself surrounded by schools of brilliantly hued fish, playful dolphins, and majestic turtles gracefully navigating the underwater realm.
The western coast of Mafia Island unveils a captivating underwater landscape, featuring towering walls, intricate coral gardens, and mysterious caves. The best part? These extraordinary dive sites are just a short 5-20 minute boat ride away, offering convenient access to a world of underwater marvels. Whether you’re a seasoned diver or a beginner, the relatively easy dives make this destination a must-visit for anyone seeking an unforgettable aquatic adventure.
Madagascar
COST: Sharing €1390 |Single €1890
DATES AVAILABLE
Contact Sonja to register on sonja@trisport.co.za
Nestled within the captivating embrace of north-west Madagascar lies the hidden gem of Sakatia Island, where Sakatia Lodge awaits to enchant you. Prepare to be captivated by this family-run oasis, where a warm welcome and a vibrant atmosphere await to elevate your getaway to extraordinary heights. Immerse yourself in the unparalleled splendor of the lodge’s unrivaled location, nestled alongside the Sacred Mountain and a verdant turtle reserve, all on an island untouched by roads, offering vistas of breathtaking beauty at every turn.
Prepare for an aquatic adventure like no other as we embark on a journey to explore the world-class, untouched reefs that surround Sakatia Island. Dive into the depths of these pristine waters and discover a mesmerizing array of marine life, from vibrant fish to captivating creatures that call this underwater paradise home. Brace yourself for an exploration of diverse underwater landscapes, ranging from majestic pinnacles and coral gardens to the intriguing world of muck diving and sponge gardens. Each dive will unveil a new chapter of this underwater wonderland, leaving you in awe of its sheer magnificence.
At Sakatia Lodge, every moment is infused with excitement and wonder, as you uncover the secrets of this extraordinary island and its captivating marine realm. Prepare to be swept away by the allure of Sakatia Island, where adventure and natural beauty converge to create an experience that will leave an indelible mark on your soul.
Sodwana Scuba Tour
Sodwana Bay is a bay in South Africa on the KwaZulu Natal north coast, between St. Lucia and Lake Sibhayi. It is in the Sodwana Bay National Park, and the Maputaland Marine Reserve, and is a popular recreational diving destination.
Sodwana Bay reefs have the most southern coral reef formations in Africa. The breathtaking hard and soft corals grow on a sandstone base structure that is unique to true coral reef structures. Due to the sandstone base structure reefs tend to be flat with low pinnacles, shallow drop-offs, gullies and range in depth from 6m to 100m.
Sodwana reefs are home to 1200 species of fish – you can see almost everything if you dive here often enough. As well as fish, you will find turtles, rays and sharks on any of the dive sites.
Highlights

- Beautiful Marine life
- Change of seeing pregnant Ragged tooth sharks
- Swimming with the dolphins
- Change of seeing Manta Rays
- See turtles
- Do a turtle tour to see the hatchlings
- Professional and Experience Dive masters
- Warm water about 26 to 28 degrees
- Excitement of launching and beaching with a rubber duck boat
Information
Sodwana is about 4 hours from King Shaka Airport in Kwazulu Natal. We stay at Sodwana Bay lodge which consist of Private lodges. Each person must get to Sodwana by themselves. We dive each day 2 dives from about 7 am until 12pm.
Venue
Venue: Sodwana Bay Lodge, Kwazulu Natal, South Africa
We stay in beautiful private lodges with at least 4 rooms, each couple will have their own en-suite bathroom. Sodwana Bay lodge is just outside the Sodwana Bay National Park. The lodges are surrounded with indigenous trees with an abundance of birds around us, overlooking a beautiful lake and we wil see some game grazing such as Nyala’s, springbok and mongoose.
Group size
Limited to 16 entries
Scuba Qaulification Requirement
All levels welcome, just contact Sonja on sonja@trisport.co.za.
What is Included
- 7 nights accommodation
- 7 dinners
- 10 dives
- Swimming with Dolphins
- Washing of Kit in between dives
- Experienced Dive master
- Experienced Staff
- All organising by Trisport
Wat is Excluded
- Travel to Sodwana Bay lodge
- Flights
- Alcoholic drinks; and
- Breakfast each morning, each person is responsible to bring their own breakfast goodies
- Lunches
- Extra dives
- Kit hire
- Cylinders
- Reef tax
- Guide tips.
- Your own vehicle to drive to the dive site each morning (about 4km)
Schedule
Day 1
15:00 Check in from 1pm onwards
19:00 Dinner
Day 2 to 7
06:00 Breakfast
07:00 to 12pm Dives
13:00 Own time
Day 8
Depart at own time
Madagascar Scuba Tour
Hidden away on a beautiful island in north-west Madagascar, Sakatia Lodge is a truly special place.
They’re a family-run lodge and they believe that a warm welcome and friendly atmosphere will make your break special.
Highlights of the Tour

- Beautiful Fish life
- Guarenteed to seeing Green Turtles
- Dive on pristine coral reefs
- Coral outcrops
- See ship wrecks
- Wall/Drop off dives
- Amazing clear water and beautiful fish life
- Warm Indian ocean water
- The hospitality of the local peopl
Information
Diving:
– over 30 dive sites, between 1 km and 20 km from the Lodge
– suitable from beginners to advanced divers
– diving on air or Nitrox
– all diving is done from dedicated dive boats and their team will carry all your gear for you, so you can simply relax
– Fluorescent diving, UV diving, glow diving – whatever you call it, it’s a night dive that offers a whole different experience. Using special lights and a filter on your mask, you’ll see the underwater world as never before.
Madagascar is famous for its unique animals and you don’t have to travel far to see them. A walk around our gardens, a snorkel in front of the Lodge or an island walk allows you to seek out some of them.
There are more than 100 resident green turtles around the Island so you are guarenteed to see a green turtle almost every time you go for s snorkel or swim to the house reef in front of the lodge
Venue
Sakatia Lodge on Sakatia Island, close to Nose Bee Island, North West of Madagascar
Group size
Limited to 20 Divers
Scuba Qualification Requirement
All Levels welcome
Included in the price
- 7 Days and 7 Nights accommodation,
- Breakfast and Dinner
- Experienced Dive masters
- Arrangements with Dive shop before we arrive
- Transport from the airport and back
- All arrangements by Trisport
- The advantage of Trisport’s knowledge of the area, dive shops etc
- The advantage of Trisport’s scouting and making sure you have an great experience
Excludes
- Dive package, 10 dives at $450 pp
- DiveAlcoholic drinks
- Lunches
- Kit hire
- Dive Courses
- Rental of private Dive Master
- Dive Insurance
- Travel Insurance
- Medical Insurance
- Any extras
- Optional excursions,
- Tips
- Other meals not provided
- Flights to Nose Bee
Schedule
Day 1
Fly to Nose Bee
Transfer to the lodge,
18:00 Dinner
Day 2 to Day 7, 6 days
07:00 Breakfast
Dive each day, weather depending. The program will be discussed by the dive shop once we arrive. Optional excursions availabe for your own cost.
18:00 Dinner,
Day 8
07:00 Breakfast and late check out at 10 pm
11:00 Transfer to Airport
14:00 Fly back to SA
17:00 Arrive back in SA
Registrations will open soon!
Mafia Island, Tanzania, Scuba Tour
The Mafia Islands Archipelago is a unique place to Scuba diving.
Mafia Island is part of Tanzania’s Mafia Archipelago, in the Indian Ocean. Large swaths of the island’s southern coastline and surrounding waters are protected by the Mafia Island Marine Park. Within the park are many coral reefs, home to wildlife such as whale sharks and sea turtles.
We will see coral outcrops, drop-offs, drift diving, wreck diving as well as some deep dives.

Highlights of the Tour
- Beautiful Fish life
- Dive on pristine coral reefs
- Coral outcrops
- Wall/Drop off dives
- Amazing clear water and beautiful fish life
- Warm Indian ocean water
- The hospitality of the local people
- The food of the local people
- Whale shark snorkeling trip

Information
A 8 Day/8 night Dive tour where we will stay at a 3 star hotel about 150m from our dive shop.
We will stay about 150 from the water edge, so a quick swim or snorkel before we dive is possible. We will dive off a Dhow boat with enough seating and space to move around.

Price per person
All Rooms have air conditioning and are en-suite
Rates include Full board and transfer from the airport to the hotel, but not diving, drinks, snorkel trips, or any other extras.
You can choose from Standard or Superior rooms when you register by clicking on the date on the website page.
Standard Room sharing: R21 900 pp
Single Room Standard: R30 500
Superior Room Sharing: R29 900 pp
Superior Room Single: R41 900
How to get there
Check-in date is 11 Dec.
Check-out date is 19 Dec
There are 2 legs that you need to fly to get to Mafia Island.
To Dar es Salaam and from Dar es Salaam to Mafia Island.
You need to fly to Dar es Salaam. From Dar es Salaam, you must fly to Mafia Island.
Many different companies are flying to Dar es Salaam. Please choose and book your own flights.
From Dar es Salaam there are a few companies flying to Mafia Island. The last flight from Dar es Salaam to Mafia Island is at 6pm and the 1st one from Mafia to Dar es Salaam is at 8 am.
Once you land in Mafia Island, the hotel will pick you up. Please let me, Sonja, know when you will land at Mafia Island so I can arrange with the hotel.
Check out is 10 am, but you can arrange a late check-out with the hotel on your return trip.
Group size
Limited to 20 Divers
Scuba Qualification Requirement and Diving
You can be a beginner diver and do your course at the resort, or just do a “Try scuba dive” day dive. You can also do your Advanced dive course there if you are only an Open Water diver.
But only the experienced divers will do the deep and drift dives. No beginner divers on the drift or deep dives
Boat dives, exclude gear rental:
1 Boat Dive: $50:
Double boat dive: $90
8 Boat dives: $310
10 Boat dives: $380
Full kit rental per day: $20
Whale shark snorkel trip: $70
Manga sand strip trip (lunch and snorkel): $60
Included in the price
- 8 Days and 8 Nights accommodation,
- (Full Board) Breakfast, lunch and dinner. It does not include any dives, gear rental etc.
- Experienced Dive masters
- Arrangements with Dive shop before we arrive
- Transport from the airport and back
- All arrangements by Trisport
- The advantage of Trisport’s knowledge of the area, dive shops etc
- The advantage of Trisport’s scouting and making sure you have an great experience
Excludes
- Dives: dive package at $45 pp per dive
- Whale shark snorkel trip
- Alcoholic drinks
- Kit hire
- Dive Courses
- Dive Insurance
- Travel Insurance
- Medical Insurance
- Any extras
- Optional excursions
- Tips
- Other meals not provided
- Flights to Mafia Island
- Flights to Dar es Salaam
Schedule
Day 1 – 11 Dec
Fly to Dar es Salaam and then to Mafia Island, and transfer to the lodge. Please arrange your own flights.
Please note: You have to fly to Dar Es Salaam and then take a small charter flight to Mafia Island. There are many flight options to Dar Es Salaam. However, the flights to Mafia are limited; you must be able to fly from Dar es Salaam before 6 pm. They don’t leave later than 6pm from Dar es Salaam to Mafia. There are a few options to fly from Dar es Salaam to Mafia. Please check cheapflights.co.za
Day 2 to 8, all meals included
Dive each day, weather depending. The program will be discussed by the dive shop once we arrive. It might be a double tank dive or 1 dive and then another dive later in the afternoon.
Optional activities, short hikes
One of the days above, we will do a snorkel trip with the Whale sharks, not scuba diving.
Day 9: Check out and fly back to SA

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