About this site
Protea Banks is a remote offshore reef 9 km from Shelly Beach in KwaZulu-Natal and is widely considered one of the premier shark dives on the planet. In winter (June–November) large numbers of ragged-tooth sharks congregate on the southern pinnacle, while tiger sharks, bull sharks, oceanic blacktips, and seasonal hammerhead schools patrol the northern end. Strong ocean swells, significant current, and depths of 25–40 m restrict this site firmly to advanced, experienced divers.
Depth range25–42m
Best months to dive
MayJunJulAugSepOct
Known hazards
⚠ current⚠ depth⚠ sharks⚠ boat-traffic
Marine life
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