Aliwal Shoal and Umkomaas

Shark caves, classic wrecks, and Sardine Run energy on South Africa's KZN South Coast

Key fee: Marine Protected Area scuba diving permit (if required)

Varies (historically ZAR R40 monthly or ZAR R70 annual)

Updated Feb 13, 2026 • 15 sources

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Fees And Permits

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Fees You Can't Skip

Marine Protected Area scuba diving permit (if required) - Varies (historically ZAR R40 monthly or ZAR R70 annual)
Baited shark dive authorization - Operator-held permit (not sold to visitors)
Typical payment pattern: There is no single allinclusive reef tag like some island marine parks.

What people usually pay

There is no single all-inclusive reef tag like some island marine parks. Costs are mainly operator-based, with potential permits depending on the activity and current regulations.

Fee	Amount	Applies to	Where to pay	Notes
Marine Protected Area scuba diving permit (if required)	Varies (historically ZAR R40 monthly or ZAR R70 annual) 4 weeks or 12 months (if required)	Recreational divers (if required by current rules or local enforcement)	South African Post Office, some dive operators, or relevant DFFE permit channels

Aliwal Shoal and Umkomaas

Fees You Can't Skip

What people usually pay

Fees You Can't Skip

What people usually pay

Marine Protected Area scuba diving permit (if required)

Baited shark dive authorization

Nature reserve entry fees for day trips