Sardine run professional association

Is a group of highly experienced sardine run operators who have banded together to ensure that the highest standard of the sardine run, as a valuable tourism product, is upheld.

Offshore Africa, the only experienced operator based in Port St Johns, is proud to be a member of the “sardine run professional association” that has been formed.

Our mission is to provide our clients with an unparalleled nature experience, while promoting the conservation of our unique ocean wildlife and upholding our operations to the highest standards in quality and safety.

Take a look at our association website for what the group stands for, our aims and plans for the future.

http://www.sardinerunassociation.org/south-africa-sardine-run-association-membership/

There are many aspects to planning a sardine run trip and the experience level of an operator is a vital component in this.

In addition, knowledge in:

• marine animal behaviour
• ocean conditions
• weather conditions

Are extremely important factors to ensure safety and overall enjoyment of all clients undertaking this trip.

The sardine run is an event of Nature and as such, the above criteria plays a key role in the day to day planning and running of this trip.

Feel free to come back to this site as updates take place.

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Thank you to our client Philipp Oppermann for sharing these stunning images captured from sardine run 2018.

A day in the life of our winter months and the annual South African sardine run.

Come and join us during our winter months and experience the great sardine migration .

Contact us https://offshoreportstjohns.com/contact/ and join us for an experience of a lifetime

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Come and experience land, sea & air adventures with us.  Book your spot today https://offshoreportstjohns.com/the-sardine-run-psj/

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Sardine run stories in images

Images really do tell a story of their own.  Enjoy part 3 of our sardine run 2018 stories in images……..

Come and join us and create your own image library of stories during the most incredible months of the year along our coastline.

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The coastline of the Wild Coast and Port St John’s is one of dramatic scenery and a sight like none other along this magical and wild coastline.

As the mighty Umzimvubu River makes its way seawards, the views of Mt. Sullivan to the north, also known as the north gate and Mt. Thesiger to the south, also known as the south gate, are to be truly appreciated by boat and by air.

The airstrip on Mt. Thesiger is a major tourist attraction in Port St John’s as it affords one the opportunity of seeing this major river system alongside two mountains in its’ full glory. Many a sundowner drink has been had here as the sun dips down on the beauty of this area, viewed from above town.

The town of Port St John’s nestled alongside the river gives one a true sense of where you are in this picturesque part of the Wild Coast, Eastern Cape.

The town of Port St John’s is known as the gateway to the sardine run https://offshoreportstjohns.com/the-sardine-run-psj/ and Offshore Africa, being the only operator with a permanent base here, calls Port St John’s the home of the sardine run for many reasons.

Contact us https://offshoreportstjohns.com/contact/ to see this amazing town and its dramatic scenery for yourself.

Photo credits to Rob Nettleton from Offshore Africa.

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The annual Sardine Run off the Wild Coast of South Africa is like nothing on earth!

Whales, dolphins, sharks, seals, gannets…are just a few of the usual suspects that pitch up for the easy pickings. And the sardines just keep coming. Being herded and feasted upon mercilessly.

Rob and Debbie, the team who run Offshore Africa, https://offshoreportstjohns.com have been taking eager guests out to see the action right up close, for over a decade. They are the only local operators in Port St. Johns, the gateway to the sardine run and they operate from the nicest place. Right on the river. Boats moored out front ready to go!

On the most recent Sardine Run, in 2017, Rob and team got a few more camera angles for us to enjoy. And put together this cool and quick “Sardine Run day out” compilation.

The Sardine Run Experience with Rob and Debbie and the Offshore Africa Port St. Johns team…

• flexible accommodation & time frame options
• safe boats and highly experienced skippers and crew
• local knowledge
• perfectly maintained equipment
• beautiful location
• a highly personal & flexible offering
• A combined experience in the industry in excess of 30 years

And to really top it all off, you are in Port St. Johns. One of the most picturesque and interesting little towns in all of Africa. It’s history is as colourful as the surroundings. Set at the mouth of the mighty Umzimvubu River, at the base of a huge gorge, this town is full of stories!

There are many things to do in between outings to sea. Hikes and tours. Amazing views from up at the airstrip and all over. Coastal drives. Nature reserves. River cruises.

The team at Offshore Africa can help you arrange any of these fun things to do in and around Port St. Johns. And anything else you might need on your trips out to sea and back with them.

Trips are tailor made to suit you, your time and your budget.

You can learn all about the Sardine Run with Offshore Africa, by clicking here. This is a nicely detailed document that should answer all your questions.

Bookings have been opened up for the 2018 Sardine Run, so get in touch!

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