The Aliwal Shoal is a rocky reef which is the remains of an ancient fossilized sand dune approximately 5 km off the coast of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The reef plays host to many kinds of hard and soft corals and an estimated 1200 species of tropical and subtropical fish. Aliwal Shoal was named after the near-sinking of the 3 Masted vessel "Aliwal", Captained by James Anderson in 1849 There are two wrecks near the reef that are prime sites for divers. The Norwegian bulk carrier called the "Produce" which sank in 1974 and the Nebo which sank in 1884. The 20th of May 2014 is the 130th anniversary of the sinking of the Nebo.Join us for a quick getaway to Blue Ocean Dive Resort! . 
         

Their grace when encountered underwater stops nothing short of breath taking.

Looking into their beady little eyes, you see an inquisitiveness that almost makes you want to have a conversation.

We are so blessed to have Aliwal Shoal on our door step which gives us the opportunity to get up close and real personal with these magnificent creatures. Do yourself a favor, especially if you are scared of sharks, enroll in this course, take a trip down to Durbs with us and be enlightened!

Good old Sodwana...  September - yay for sunshine, nice warm flat seas, lekker visibility and just plain old good times!
Staying at Coral Divers is comfortable and easy, with the added benefit of good food and accommodation that fits everyone's  budget.

Book your Fish Identification or Deep Specialty for Sodwana as it is the perfect place to be doing both of these specialties!