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Aliwal Shoal and Umkomaas

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

Updated Feb 13, 2026 • 15 sources

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Wildlife In Aliwal Shoal and Umkomaas

Browse the full species list linked to approved dive spots in Aliwal Shoal and Umkomaas.

Sharks

Sand Tiger Shark

Carcharias taurus

5 linked spots

green and black fish in body of water
Rays

Stingrays

3 linked spots

a close up of a sea anemone on the ocean floor
Saltwater Fishes

Frogfish

2 linked spots

gray snake photography
Rays

Moray Eel

2 linked spots

Green sea turtle ( Chelonia mydas ), Moorea, French Polynesia
Turtles

Green Turtle

Chelonia mydas

1 linked spot

Saltwater Fishes

Grouper/Basslets

1 linked spot

Saltwater Fishes

Jackfish

1 linked spot

Molluscs

Nudibranch

1 linked spot

Sharks

Oceanic Blacktip Shark

Carcharhinus limbatus

1 linked spot

Saltwater Fishes

Scorpionfish

Scorpaenidae

1 linked spot