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MANTARAY DIVE SAFARI (INHAMBANE)

From only R30,999 per person sharing

Location : Mozambique

Book Before: 31 January 2012

Valid Travel Dates: 01 February 2012 to 31 March 2012

Duration: 8 days

Reference: DT103

This is a fly in 8 day dive safari to Inhambane Mozambique. During this dive safari you will go out in search for the elusive Mantarays. You will get the opportunity to dive and take photographs (supply own camera) of these wonderful creatures. We will try and dive with as many Manta rays as possible. During these dives you might even have the chance to dive with Whale sharks, Devil rays, and even the occasional sea turtle, dolphins and many tropical fish that frequent the area. 

 

On this Fly-in safari will be staying in lodges, this is  where all your needs will be catered for. Our guided safaris take place during the months of February and March. 

 

 

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  • Subject to availability

  • Prices are listed as a guide only and final quote at enquiry

  • Min of 6 divers

  • Prices are per person sharing

  • Currency is set to South African Rand

  • Safari must be booked at least 60 days before safari

  • A 25% non-refundable deposit to be payable to secure booking

  • Balance of payment due 30 days before safari

  • To take part in the diving you will need to be in possession of an valid certification in scuba diving

  • Your c-card and log book must also be produced on request

  • Non divers are welcome to join (special rates will apply)

  • Camping on this trip means two persons sharing a rooftop tent on the 4x4 vehicles (tents are comfortable and have mattresses & linen)

  • The rental vehicles are fitted with a fridge and a cooler box, and we will purchase ice as often and if available (if requested)

  • On the two days that we are overlanding there will be no hot showers or toilets (roughing it with a cold wash and a shovel)

  • Once on the coast, we will have the use of clean communal showers and flush toilets at all sites

  • Most of the camps have some 220V electricity points that run of a generator 

  • Return flights to Inhambane from Lenasia

  • Return transfer to Pomene

  • Return transfers to Inhambane

  • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast Pomene

  • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast Barra Lodge

  • 8 dives (use it or loose it basis)

  • Dive master for the trip

  • All dives, air fills, weights and cylinders as per the Itinerary

 

 

  • Transfers to and from Lanseria Airport

  • Alcoholic and normal beverages unless otherwise specified

  • Travel and medical insurance

  • All items of a personal nature

  • Local and International Flights (not specified in Itinerary)

  • All travel costs not mentioned including Petrol and Diesel

  • Dive gear rental

  • Additional activities not specified

  • Additional dives

  • Spending money

  • Anti-malaria tablets

  • Gratuity

  • Border fees (not specified in Itinerary)

  • Tours and transfers (not specified in Itinerary)

  • Visa Requirements 

    When visiting South Africa for a period of up to 90 days, travellers from Commonwealth countries, Japan , the USA and the European Union do not require a visa. Visitors who intend to work in South Africa must apply for a work permit abroad at the South African Consulate or Embassy. Before departing for South Africa , check with the nearest South African  Consulate or Embassy for any possible changes regarding the visa requirements. Passports must carry a validity of 6  months beyond intended date of departure from South Africa . Note, Travellers should have a minimum of two blank pages in their passport to enable the entry visa to be issued. If there is insufficient space in the passport entry will be denied. 

Itinerary:

 

Day 1 

We will be leaving Lanseria airport which is located close to Johannesburg. This flight will take us to Inhambane via Maputo. Once arriving we will take the trip to Pomene bay by four wheel drive vehicles. On route you will experience the true Mozambique and have a chance to see the small villages and friendly people of the area. We will end the day with a briefing and a wonderful dinner.

 

Day 2-3 

For the next two days we will have two dives per day. These will be in search for the Manta rays and this will give us the opportunity to photograph and document them. After the dives you will have the day at your leisure to enjoy the beautiful white beaches. We will end the day with a wonderful dinner and quietly retreat for the day.

 

Day 4 

Today will be a special one as we will be sailing across to Inhambane in a traditional Dhow. There after we will visit the local markets and get to know Inhambane better. We will be staying in a lodge in Inhambane with spoils you to a wonderful nights rest and dinner (there are a large variety of water sports here as well).

 

Day 5-7

We will be spending the next two days doing two dives a day in these wonderful clear waters in  search of more Manta rays that frequent the bay. The rest of the day will be spent at your leisure.

 

Day 8

Today is our last day together and will be spent relaxing before leaving for the Inhambane airport for the trip home.