Closer to a Nile crocodile you cannot get!
At Afrikanos you get to ‘free dive’ and swim with these majestic creatures. Our first in the world pool enclosure separates man and croc with a state-of-the-art stainless-steel net. Come wet yourself!
You will be part of our daily tour and dives are being experienced every 2 hours. That means you have an hour and 45 minutes to enjoy yourself! Once you arrive, you will be welcomed and given an educational talk on crocodiles. After that you will be prepped on the upcoming events. The Croc Pond tour will then commence, and once finished you will be given a locker to store your private valuables to get ready to DIVE!
Divers can access safe and secure lockers, warm showers and clean restrooms.
An adult diver/guardian must accompany kids between 6 & 12.
Children under 6 years of age are not permitted to dive.
When is the preferred time to dive with a Nile Crocodile @ Afrikanos Gansbaai?
While the warmer temperatures between October & April are the absolute best for crocodile diving, we’ve noticed that during their brumation period (May – September), they tend to spend more time in the water when it’s rainy and miserable.
In winter, crocodiles mainly expose themselves to the sun diurnally and usually stay in the water nocturnally depending on the weather conditions.
Food and Drinks
Photography
The encounter will last up to 60 min, where you will be face to face with our beautiful crocs.
A unique once in a lifetime experience! A warm shower awaits you afterwards.
Please enquire for group bookings.
No under 6-year-olds allowed.
Minors between 6 and 12 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Amazing Experience - Welcomed from the start, (we did have a drink in the restaurant while we waited for our time slot), everything was explained clearly, all safety aspects were clear, it was interesting to get some background and history on the crocodiles before we were in front of them. We were offered skins, but as it was a very hot day they were required, although some of our group just them for added sun protection. The entance into the water was slippery but we had been warned. Once in the water we were cm from the crocodiles but felt protected. I had my under water camera with me, and the photos are unreal. The guide gave us constant information thoughout and was open to questions. The railings in the water assisted you to go under, we were a group of five and there was plenty of room for us all. One of the Crocs didnt want to interact but you could clearly watch him on the bottom. Going above on the walkway afterwards gives you a better perspective of their size though that you dont get up close. Following the experience we were given towels and there were showers and changing areas before collecting our valuables from the FOC lockers. Not an extensive gift shop but love the t-shirt! - Karen
Really enjoyed the experience and being in the water with the crocodiles. A big credit to our guide who gave us an indepth knowledge about the crocodiles! Great experience!! - Kent-Roger
Was very good experience. My kids did the diving and it was an exceptional experience for them. As well as the way the guide did the session. They know their facts and it was in a very comfortable manner. I will definitely recommend anyone. - Hannelene
A great experience with crocodile right in front of you in South Africa. AMAZING team there giving you directions and info on these incredible animals. Thanks again Nina and Keith!!! Keep up the good work guys and for visitors: don't miss the restaurant nearby :-). Greatings from Italy ?? - Luca
Was an amazing, once in a lifetime experience... To see those impressive creatures literally inches away, was both frightening and fascinating... The staff were extremely friendly and knowledgeable about the Crocodiles.... - Mark
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