You should book a flight to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) - arriving on 4 October 2025 and departing on 11 October 2025. We recommend booking a flexible flight which allows you to change the dates, in case of any unforeseen circumstances. Please contact The Marine Diaries before booking your flights to confirm transfer windows.

If you wish to extend your stay in South Africa, our team would be happy to recommend local sights and destinations.

Visa requirements depend on your country of origin. Please check any visa requirements on the South African Department of Home Affairs website, or speak to your local South African embassy before travelling.

Please check with the South African Government for the latest COVID entry requirements.

You must have a yellow fever vaccination certificate if you are arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission, or if you have transited for more than 12 hours in an airport in a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. Please check the latest WHO list.

The Western Cape is far from all malaria zones and there are no diseases of concern. Some travel sites recommend you have your Hepatitis A, Typhoid and Hepatitis B, but this is at your discretion and not a requirement to enter the country or participate in the trip.

This is a scuba based trip. You must be Open Water certified (or equivalent) in order to attend.

Anyone who hasn’t dived for over 6 months is encouraged to take a scuba refresher course, dependent on your level of certification. This is available at an extra charge of £50.

The local area is shallow, easy diving which should be accessible for most divers. The water is cold (~16°C). While all necessary gear is provided to keep you warm, these conditions may be an adjustment for some divers. Everyone will have an opportunity to find their comfort level through an acclimation dive, and we’ll cater dives to the group’s ability and experience level. Safety is our top priority. Cape RADD’s team of experienced divemasters and instructors will be guiding each dive.

You must be 18+ and Open Water scuba certified (or equivalent).

As we will be spending time in open water, you must also be a competent swimmer.

If you have accessibility requirements, please get in touch with us before booking.

We can cater to all dietary needs. Just let us know your requirements when making your booking.

All weather gear (waterproof jacket, sturdy footwear, hat, sunscreen, swimwear).

Toiletries, towels, camera, camera equipment, binoculars, and spending money.

All dive and snorkel gear is provided, except dive computers. Snorkel equipment will be made available free of charge for you to use at your own leisure. If you prefer to bring your own snorkel or dive gear you are welcome to.

You will be staying in a homely flat, which has stunning sunrise views from the garden, an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, as well as a stunning hilly garden that looks out onto the nearby mountains and sea.

Facilities: Complimentary Wi-Fi, fully equipped kitchen, BBQ facilities, garden and terrace, shared bathroom.