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Sardine Run

The Sardine Run starts in Algoa Bay

2 January 2024 By AB Marine Guest

The Sardine Run is a fascinating natural phenomenon that takes place in Algoa Bay, located along the Eastern Cape coastline of South Africa. This annual event, also known as the "greatest shoal on Earth," is a mass migration of sardines along the Eastern Cape coastline to the South. In this article, we will explore how the Sardine Run starts in Algoa Bay, providing you with a comprehensive understanding of this remarkable spectacle.   The Timing of the Sardine Run The Sardine Run … [Read more...] about The Sardine Run starts in Algoa Bay

The History of the Sardine Run in Algoa Bay

14 December 2023 By AB Marine Guest

The Sardine Run in Algoa Bay is a fascinating natural phenomenon that has captivated the attention of marine enthusiasts and researchers alike. This annual event, also known as the "greatest shoal on Earth," is a mass migration of sardines along the Eastern Cape coastline to the South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Let's examine the history of the Sardine Run and explore its significance in Algoa Bay. Origins of the Sardine Run: The Sardine Run occurs when a current of cold water heads … [Read more...] about The History of the Sardine Run in Algoa Bay

SA Tourism International Video Showcasing Algoa Bay’s Sardine Run

28 May 2018 By Alan

Baitball Brydes Whale

Algoa Bay Marine support services provider, Expert Tours, was approached recently with a request to provide footage in support of a social media campaign for South African Tourism who wished to showcase the incredible Sardine Run activity in Algoa Bay off of Gqeberha. As part of their great love for the marine environment and grateful of support by South Africa, Expert Tours readily agreed to donate footage in support of the campaign that you see below: https://youtu.be/nZ4g6j4LPwY … [Read more...] about SA Tourism International Video Showcasing Algoa Bay’s Sardine Run

Algoa Bay a memorable trip of a lifetime!

20 May 2018 By AB Marine Guest

https://youtu.be/MhA6VN6hRLM Brydeswhales (Balaenoptera edeni) common 365 days a year in Algoa Bay - our most seen whale spices - during our all year long Whale and Dolphin season in Algoa Bay. We at Algoa Bay Marine thrive through quality and service delivery paired with education. Our ECO Friendly marine tourism will make your trip into Algoa Bay a memorable trip of a lifetime! www.abmarine.co.za … [Read more...] about Algoa Bay a memorable trip of a lifetime!

Sardine Run Excitement

9 May 2018 By AB Marine Guest

Brydeswhale going though Baitball

https://youtu.be/WTKQOHg9jiE Algoa Bay is a bay in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is located in the east coast, 425 miles (683 kilometres) east of the Cape of Good Hope, and the origin of Sardine Run along the South African coast. Algoa Bay is bounded in the west by Cape Recife and in the east by Cape Padrone. The bay is up to 436 m (1,430 ft) deep. The harbour city of Gqeberha is situated adjacent to the bay, as is the new Coega deep water port facility. … [Read more...] about Sardine Run Excitement

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4 March Shipwreck List

1844: Mary, this wooden sailing schooner wrecked in Gqeberha/Port Elizabeth in Algoa Bay in the Eastern Cape after its cables parted in a south-easterly gale. It was driven onto the jetty, so the crew managed to simply jump off without a loss of … [Read More...] about 4 March Shipwreck List

27 February Shipwreck List

1848: Lady Leith, this wooden sailing brig wrecked in a south-easterly gale at Cape Recife in the Eastern Cape after having struck Thunderbolt reef. 1854: Katherine Gwladys, this wooden sailing schooner wrecked on Bird Island in Algoa Bay in the … [Read More...] about 27 February Shipwreck List

3 March Shipwreck List

1854: Mary Jenkins, this coaster foundered near the Mtata River in the Eastern Cape with the loss of all that were on board. 1882: Queen of Ceylon, this wooden sailing barque wrecked on Back Beach in Durban in KwaZulu-Natal. Its cables parted in a … [Read More...] about 3 March Shipwreck List

2 March Shipwreck List

1842: Legionier, this wooden sailing vessel wrecked after its cables parted in a south-easterly gale at the Baakens River Mouth in Gqeberha/Port Elizabeth in Algoa Bay in the Eastern Cape. 1852: Juno, this Dutch sailing barque wrecked in dense … [Read More...] about 2 March Shipwreck List

1 March Shipwreck List

1848: Chanticleer, this South African iron schooner struck a rock on the east bank of the Kowie River in Port Alfred in the Eastern Cape and foundered. 1956 (possibly 1959): Rondebosch, this motor-powered fishing boat wrecked at night on the … [Read More...] about 1 March Shipwreck List

28 February Shipwreck List

1892: Alcestis, this British steel steam-powered ship foundered after striking a sunken wreck about 2.5km off Cape Agulhas/L'Agulhas in the Western Cape. The SS Guernsey picked the crew and the Customs Department labelled it a massive danger to … [Read More...] about 28 February Shipwreck List

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Bayside Guesthouse

Bayside Guesthouse

Algoa Bay Marine believe that by promoting nearby tourism products we will contribute to making the local tourism industry stronger. Gqeberha in Nelson Mandela Bay has incredible experiences and the friendliest people who welcome our local, national … [Read More...] about Bayside Guesthouse

Jenvey House

Jenvey House

Algoa Bay Marine believe that by promoting nearby tourism products we will contribute to making the local tourism industry stronger. Gqeberha in Nelson Mandela Bay has incredible experiences and the friendliest people who welcome our local, national … [Read More...] about Jenvey House

Singa Lodge

Singa Lodge

Algoa Bay Marine believe that by promoting nearby tourism products we will contribute to making the local tourism industry stronger. Gqeberha in Nelson Mandela Bay has incredible experiences and the friendliest people who welcome our local, national … [Read More...] about Singa Lodge

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