Protea Banks

About this site

A 6km long fossilized sandbank 7.5km offshore, known as one of the world's best shark diving destinations. Strong currents and deep dives attract massive bull sharks, tiger sharks, and hammerheads. Northern Pinnacles feature caves packed with ragged-tooth sharks in winter. For experienced divers only.

Conditions

Country

South Africa

Region

Shelly Beach, KwaZulu-Natal

Max depth

27–40 m

Visibility

10–20 m

Water temperature

19–27°C

Difficulty

Advanced

Best season

Year-round (raggies May-Oct, bull/tiger sharks Oct-Apr)

Type

Wall

Suitable for

• Scuba

Dive types

• Wall
• Reef
• Drift

Marine life

• Hammerheads
• Sharks