- South Africa
- Port Elizabeth
Frequently asked questions
Sardine Run Student Program starts at $2,000 USD. For full pricing, visit the provider’s website.
Sardine Run Student Program is open to participants aged 18 to 30.
The program runs for 1 to 2 weeks.
Yes, the program includes housing. Participants stay in lodges.
The program fee includes accommodation, activities, airport transfers, equipment, some meals, transportation, and wifi.
Sardine Run Student Program is located in Port Elizabeth, South Africa.
About Program
The Offshore Adventures Sardine Run Student Program combines hands-on marine exploration with rigorous education, inviting aspiring divers to embark on an immersive experience centered on the annual sardine run, where students observe natural predator-prey dynamics, schooling behavior, and the ecological importance of nutrient-rich coastal upwellings.
Sardine Excursion: Participants join guided coastal excursions to witness massive sardine swarms, engage in sustainable wildlife watching, and document sightings for citizen-science initiatives, all while maintaining strict reef-safe practices to protect fragile habitats.
PADI Snorkel Guide Qualification: The program includes a structured pathway toward earning a PADI Snorkel Guide credential, featuring classroom theory, watermanship assessments, material handling, rescue awareness, and practical hospitality-focused guiding skills tailored to marine environments.
Duration: 7 or 14 days (May-July ), Wild Coast, South Africa.
Program Highlights
- Experience the biggest migration in the world. ( Sardine Run )
- PADI Snorkel Guide Qualification
- Start dates in May, June and July
