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Sardine Run 2026

Wild Coast, South Africa

Experience the Greatest Ocean Safari
Wild Coast, South Africa 2026

Guaranteed Set Departure Itineraries
Sardine Run all-inclusive fly-in Ocean Safaris at
GweGwe Beach Lodge

Departure Dates:

• 12- 18 June 2026
• 01 - 05 July 2026
• 10 - 17 July 2026

Epic action on our doorstep - Experience the Sardine Run, it happens right here at GweGwe.

Freedive with expert marine guides - Get close to the greatest shoal on Earth and the incredible predators it attracts: sharks, whales, dolphins, and gamefish.

Barefoot luxury at GweGwe Beach Lodge - Return each day to world-class comfort in the heart of Pondoland.

More than the ocean - Explore wild coastlines, waterfalls, gorges, and the rich culture of this untouched region. Run, hike, mountain bike, kayak, surf and SUP in Mkambati Nature Reserve.

Let us handle all the details - From flights to fine details, everything is taken care of. Indulge in an all-inclusive fly-in ocean safari for the ultimate adventure of a lifetime.

Departure Dates Detail:

12 - 18 June (7 days, 6 nights)

• All-inclusive Retail Rate:
  • USD 9,750 per person
• Inclusions:
  • Return flights to GweGwe Beach Lodge from Durban’s Virginia Airport
  • 5 days of boating
  • Luxury accommodation in a deluxe, sea-facing suite
  • All meals, a choice of 10 house wines, local beers & spirits
  • All lagoon and land-based activities. Run, hike, mountain bike, kayak, canoe, surf and SUP in Mkambati Nature Reserve

01 - 05 July (5 days, 4 nights)

• All-inclusive Retail Rate:
  • USD 7,515 per person
• Inclusions:
  • Return flights to GweGwe Beach Lodge from Durban’s Virginia Airport
  • 3 days of boating
  • Luxury accommodation in a deluxe, sea-facing suite
  • All meals, a choice of 10 house wines, local beers & spirits
  • All lagoon and land-based activities. Run, hike, mountain bike, kayak, canoe, surf and SUP in Mkambati Nature Reserve

10 - 17 July (8 days, 7 nights)

• All-inclusive Retail Rate:
  • USD 12,385 per person
• Inclusions:
  • Return flights to GweGwe Beach Lodge from Durban’s Virginia Airport
  • 6 days of boating
  • Luxury accommodation in a deluxe, sea-facing suite
  • All meals, a choice of 10 house wines, local beers & spirits
  • All lagoon and land-based activities. Run, hike, mountain bike, kayak, canoe, surf and SUP in Mkambati Nature Reserve

Exclusions:

• Single supplements
• Fully comprehensive travel insurance
• Premium wines and spirits from the reserve list
• Gratuities to guides and staff
• Spa treatments

Notes:

• Enquiries outside of these dates or group sizes can be handled individually - please contact reservations
• Boating excursions usually depart early morning and last 5-6 hours, depending on sightings and weather.
• Boating includes the boat, fuel, skipper, guide, wetsuits, fins, goggles, and snorkels. (Guests are encouraged to bring personal gear for the best fit.)
• Not suitable for children under 16 (unless a private boat and guides are booked) or guests who are not mobile (due to surf launches).
• All flights are operated on a seat-in Aircraft basis.

Optional add-ons:

Extend your adventure beyond the ocean. We’ll gladly arrange a safari at one of our exclusive partner camps:

• &Beyond Phinda
• Kwandwe
• Shamwari
• Nambiti Hills

Or indulge in a night of luxury at a Durban icon - The Oyster Box Hotel

All marine photography thanks to Peter Pickford, Peter Oxford, Dook & Sumwe Guides.

For more information
Contact:
Dive Discovery
@
1 800 886-7321
(415) 444-5100
or
Request Info