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Join marine biologists on a guided Scuba dive to search for sharks, rays, fish and octopus. Learn about the unique ecosystem of the Great African Sea Forest.

Highlights

• Contribute to marine science and conservation by helping collect data
• Join marine biologists on a SCUBA dive & search for sharks & fish species
• Learn about the Kelp Forests of South Africa
• Photograph the patterns of sharks and submit them to Fin Spotter
• Dive in Kelp Forests of Simons Town

Description

Join marine biologists on a guided shore entry SCUBA dive and search for the elusive puffadder sharks, pyjama sharks, stingrays, sea breams and more! Help Cape RADD collect data on the marine life of False Bay. Become a marine citizen scientist for the day. Meet at the Ocean HUB, Simon Town (Cape RADD) at about 9h30. Start with a short briefing on the unique ecosystem of the Great African Sea Forest, with complimentary tea/coffee. Then discuss the dive objective, shark science. Then head out to explore the kelp forests and collect data. Photograph the patterns of the sharks and submit them to Fin Spotter to estimate population size and movement patterns. Or, collect fish abundance data using underwater data slates, to aid conservation efforts. It's not all work though, enjoy the dancing sea bamboo kelp. Dive from predetermined sites, which also offers the possibility of seeing penguins and sea otters. Back at Cape RADD headquarters, rinse off in a heated outdoor shower and share stories and log the dive over a warm beverage. We will input the data we have collected into the database. This experience will last about 3–3.5 hours, so you will be done in time for lunch (~12h30-13h00).

Includes

Guided Scuba dive with marine biologists Briefing on False Bay's ecosystem Opportunity to photograph sharks and submit data Exploration of kelp forests All diving gear

Important Information

• Valid email address or phone number required for communication Meeting points and any changes will be communicated via provided contact details Majority of time spent in kelp forests near Simons Town, Cape Town Opportunity to see penguins and sea otters at the dive site

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund