6 Day Sardine Run Snorkeling Experience from Chintsa

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8 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Witness the spectacular Sardine Run, the greatest marine migration on Earth, from the shores of Chintsa. This 8-day adventure offers small-group expeditions where you’ll snorkel alongside the ocean's predators as billions of sardines move along South Africa's Wild Coast. Observe dolphins, whales, and gannets in action, all while enjoying comfortable accommodations just 40 minutes from King Phalo Airport. No dive certification is required, making it accessible for all water enthusiasts. Join this unique experience to explore vibrant marine life and take part in an unforgettable natural event.

- 8-day expedition with 6 sea days for optimal sightings
- Small group sizes ensure personalized experiences
- Easy access from King Phalo Airport with direct flights
- Snorkel-friendly; no dive certification needed to join the fun

What's Included

Live English-speaking guide
Lunch (Optional[6])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[7])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[7])
Breakfast
Wetsuit, mask and fins. we can also provide you with a weight belt
Social drinks is for your own account

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

If you are arriving at King Phalo Airport (East London Airport), please collect your baggage and proceed to the arrivals area, where our representative will meet you holding an Offshore Adventures Sardine Run sign or a sign with the lead traveler’s name.

If you are arranging your own transportation, please go directly to Cintsa Dunes Beach Resort, Steenbras Drive, Chintsa, Eastern Cape, 5275, South Africa, and report to reception as a participant in the Offshore Adventures Sardine Run expedition.

Joining instructions and your designated meeting time will be provided before the expedition begins.

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Meeting point

An Offshore Adventures representative will meet you in the arrivals hall at King Phalo Airport, holding a sign displaying the lead traveller’s name. Please provide your flight details before arrival so we can coordinate your pickup and transfer to Chintsa.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Sunday: Arrival in East London & Welcome to the Wild Coast

    2 stops
  • 1

    Cintsa Dunes Beach Resort is our home base for the Offshore Adventures Sardine Run expedition. Nestled between coastal forest and the beautiful beaches of Chintsa on South Africa's Wild Coast, the resort offers a relaxing retreat after exciting days at sea. Guests staying on our all-inclusive packages enjoy comfortable beach or forest cabin accommodation surrounded by nature. Each day begins with preparations for our Sardine Run ocean adventures, followed by opportunities to relax, explore the beach, enjoy spectacular coastal scenery, and socialize with fellow adventurers. Evenings offer time to unwind, share wildlife photography and enjoy traditional South African braais or local dining experiences. The resort also offers optional leisure facilities and spa treatments at an additional cost

    6 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Cintsa Beach

    Cintsa Beach is the gateway to your incredible Sardine Run adventure with Offshore Adventures. Launch into the Indian Ocean for guided marine safaris along South Africa's spectacular Wild Coast. Spend your days searching for sardine bait balls, hunting dolphins, migrating humpback whales, sharks, and diving Cape gannets. Experience thrilling snorkeling, freediving and underwater photography opportunities as you witness incredible marine wildlife encounters. Our experienced crew follows the action, adapting each expedition to weather, ocean conditions and wildlife movements. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Sardine Run ocean expeditions

    2 stops
  • 3

    Experience the world-famous Sardine Run with Offshore Adventures, operating from Chintsa on South Africa's spectacular Wild Coast. Join our experienced marine guides on six planned ocean expeditions to find massive sardine shoals, feeding common dolphins, migrating humpback whales, bronze whaler sharks, and thousands of diving Cape gannets.

    6 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Wild Coast

    Explore South Africa's spectacular Wild Coast on an unforgettable Sardine Run expedition with Offshore Adventures. Departing from Chintsa, our guided marine safaris take you into the Indian Ocean to find massive sardine shoals, feeding dolphins, migrating humpback whales, sharks, and thousands of diving Cape gannets. Experience the excitement of snorkeling and freediving alongside incredible marine wildlife, with exceptional opportunities for underwater photography. Witness the ocean come alive as predators gather around sardine bait balls during one of the world's greatest marine migrations. Our experienced crew follows the wildlife action daily, adapting routes to ocean conditions and sightings. Every day offers a different adventure, with wildlife encounters dependent on nature.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Sardine Run ocean expeditions

    1 stop
  • 5

    Experience the world-famous Sardine Run with Offshore Adventures, operating from Chintsa on South Africa's spectacular Wild Coast. Join our experienced marine guides on six planned ocean expeditions to find massive sardine shoals, feeding common dolphins, migrating humpback whales, bronze whaler sharks, and thousands of diving Cape gannets.

    6 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 4

    Sardine Run ocean expeditions

    1 stop
  • 6

    Experience the world-famous Sardine Run with Offshore Adventures, operating from Chintsa on South Africa's spectacular Wild Coast. Join our experienced marine guides on six planned ocean expeditions to find massive sardine shoals, feeding common dolphins, migrating humpback whales, bronze whaler sharks, and thousands of diving Cape gannets.

    6 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 5

    Sardine Run ocean expeditions

    1 stop
  • 7

    Experience the world-famous Sardine Run with Offshore Adventures, operating from Chintsa on South Africa's spectacular Wild Coast. Join our experienced marine guides on six planned ocean expeditions to find massive sardine shoals, feeding common dolphins, migrating humpback whales, bronze whaler sharks, and thousands of diving Cape gannets.

    6 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 6

    Sardine Run ocean expeditions

    1 stop
  • 8

    Experience the world-famous Sardine Run with Offshore Adventures, operating from Chintsa on South Africa's spectacular Wild Coast. Join our experienced marine guides on six planned ocean expeditions to find massive sardine shoals, feeding common dolphins, migrating humpback whales, bronze whaler sharks, and thousands of diving Cape gannets.

    6 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 7

    Sardine Run ocean expeditions

    1 stop
  • 9

    Experience the world-famous Sardine Run with Offshore Adventures, operating from Chintsa on South Africa's spectacular Wild Coast. Join our experienced marine guides on six planned ocean expeditions to find massive sardine shoals, feeding common dolphins, migrating humpback whales, bronze whaler sharks, and thousands of diving Cape gannets.

    6 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 8

    Departure and airport transfer

    1 stop
  • 10

    We shuttle you back to the Airport.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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