LIVEABOARD DIVING IN Umkomaas
Umkomaas is a small coastal town on the south coast of KwaZulu-Natal. The town lies beside the uMkhomazi River, also known as the Mkhomazi or Umkomaas. King Shaka International Airport is located in 82km/50mi from it. A large number of whales once used the estuary of river as a nursery, giving birth in the shallows. The Whale is Umkomaas's official animal, representations of which can be found throughout the town, in everything from colorful murals to the primary school's uniform. The main attraction in this spot is shark diving. The best diving area in Umkomaas is the world famous Aliwal Shoal, which is a Marine Protected Area. This volcanic reef is located about 5km/3mi offshore.
Worth visiting sites in this area the Cathedral and Raggie’s Cave, where ragged-tooth sharks can be met, and also two shipwrecks that attract a great quantity of barrier fish: the British ship Nebo and the Norwigian tank Produce. Aliwal Shoal is the undisputed kingdom of sharks, here divers can see exquisite coral reefs, plentiful sea life, drop offs, wall dives and two stunning wrecks.