Tidal Tao Snorkeling Safaris
Tidal Tao Snorkeling Safaris
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8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Great, safe, fun and amazing experience for the entire family. If you can swim, we can teach you to snorkel. Hundreds of fish, corals and if you're lucky Octopus, Nudibranchs and amazing ocean life.
We have been amazed at this wilderness that is right on our doorstep. We have found tidal pools filled with corals and unusual creatures, watched dolphins surfing the back line, been awed by whales breaching offshore and been very chuffed with ourselves for finding secret coves and bays where you're unlikely to see a single soul....And all this in the bustling holiday capital of South Africa! We were surprised and sure you will be too.
If you're a visitor to the North Coast and wondering what to do / looking for things to do in Ballito or Salt Rock, then you should consider joining us on one of our Snorkeling Safaris - If you can swim, we can teach you to Snorkel. It's simple, safe and loads of fun for the whole family. Not to be missed.
Ballito, South Africa
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Caryn Witthoft
KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa4 contributions
May 2023 • Family
My brother and I went for the morning snorkel.
We had Ethan as our guide and he was incredible! 100%
We had Ethan as our guide and he was incredible! 100%
Written 8 May 2023
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Dr Ismail
5 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
We had an absolutely amazing introduction to snorkeling with Michelle as our guide (Discover Snorkel Safari). She was very kind and knowledgeable and taught us all the basics, as well as pointed out some beautiful marine life in the tidal pool for us view. We were amazed at how much there was to see in the tidal pool - colorful corals and hundreds of fish! Hot chocolate on the beach after the session was a bonus treat :) I'd recommend this experience to any person looking for a new local hobby.
Written 20 September 2022
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Louis H
Hermanus, South Africa3 contributions
Jun 2021
Amazing experience. The number of fish and marine life was impressive. The diving experience deserves 5 stars.
Written 13 June 2021
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Laura
Nelspruit, South Africa2 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Very enthusiastic and informative. We learned a lot about marine life, and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The equipment was clean. We felt safe.
Written 31 January 2020
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Cody Levitt
Dubai, United Arab Emirates8 contributions
Jan 2020
Great family activity, very educational and Michy was so enthusiastic about her job and educating my family and I on all the different marine life within the tidal pool. It was great that you could swim around and explore the tidal pool for yourself. Highly recommended
Michy also has a GoPro and takes pictures of you swimming around and exploring the marine life for future memories to look back on.
Michy also has a GoPro and takes pictures of you swimming around and exploring the marine life for future memories to look back on.
Written 18 January 2020
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Waggy1610
Paternoster, South Africa337 contributions
Dec 2019 • Friends
We took a party of 6 to snorkel with Michelle today. She is so enthusiastic, and knowledgeable, and hospitable that it was going to be a hit no matter what. The water was crowded and murky, but we had a blast. This is a really fun thing to do, especially if you have not snorkelled before and want to try it. It's safe, in a tidal pool and very relaxing. Coffee at Salt Cafe was the cherry on top of an awesome outing. 5 stars!!
Written 30 December 2019
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Sightsee12512449612
1 contribution
Oct 2019
Michelle from Tidal Toa was so amazing. This was definitely something I would recommend to anyone who visits Ballito. She took loads of underwater and above water pics on the day. Will treasure this memory forever.
Written 28 October 2019
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Thanks so much for your kind review and so chuffed you enjoyed your time with snorkeling with us!! Hope to see you underwater with us again soon :)
Written 29 October 2019
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AndyLawler
Centurion, South Africa136 contributions
Sep 2019
Before leaving for Ballito, I looked at this site on Trip Advisor thinking, why would I need a guide? I have been a diver for 50 years. I know now why people from all over the world are so happy to give a 5-star rating to Tidal Tao. I had the best time snorkelling with Erin in the gullies. She brought the corals and the smaller animals to light, like Nudibranches and feather-duster corals. I am so happy I did this, that every time I get to Ballito from now on, I will contact these fine people.
Thank you all again for making my experience memorable.
Thank you all again for making my experience memorable.
Written 20 September 2019
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Thobile
2 contributions
Aug 2019 • Family
I went on a fantastic snorkel safari in Ballito with Tidal Tao. This activity was our holiday highlight. Fantastic professional and friendly service!!
Written 29 August 2019
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Thank you so much for your support, we love hearing this kind of feedback :)
Hope to see you in the water again soon!
Written 31 August 2019
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HugheyP M
35 contributions
Aug 2019 • Couples
Great start to our morning! Erin, our guide, was friendly, knowledgeable and patient in explaining everything and guiding us around the tidal pool. It was amazing to see ocean life play out right in front of me in such a calm setting - almost surreal. Would recommend to anyone!
Written 23 August 2019
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Thanks so much for your kind words and we're so chuffed you enjoyed our special little spot, hopefully see you again soon!
Written 25 August 2019
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Gala Rowe-Setz
London, UK40 contributions
When is your next snorkelling for this week? Ideally before Friday if possible
TidalTao
Ballito, South Africa35 contributions
Hi there, apologies for only replying now. When your in the area again, please feel free to contact us direct. Yours in snorkelling, Michy
JohnnyNel
5 contributions
Hi What is the price per adult for snorkeling?
Tidal-Tao--Ballito
Ballito, South Africa9 contributions
Hi Johnny, it's R320 per adult and includes snorkel gear and a refreshment :)
fancypi
Johannesburg, South Africa15 contributions
Hi Is there a can we do the hiking trail between the 30th of December till the 3rd of January? Are you guys open this festive season?
Tidal-Tao--Ballito
Ballito, South Africa9 contributions
Hi There, yes we are open over the festive season (except for 25th 26th Dec and 1 and 2 Jan) but could do our trail on the 30th or 3rd Jan. Please drop us a line anytime and we can confirm availability. Kind Regards Tidal Tao Team
Good morning! We'll be in Ballito from the 20th to the 24th September and it looks like it will be raining most of the time we're there. Can we do Night snorkelling in the rain? Or should we try another time?
Thanks a mil!
Tidal-Tao--Ballito
Ballito, South Africa9 contributions
Thanks so much for getting in touch. The weather (especially in spring) changes so much and so fast, so could very likely be gorgeous weather on the 20th September. We find the forecasts are not very accurate until a few days prior. That being said, yes, can absolutely night snorkel if it's raining, the rain is not a problem, more very heavy winds or poor visibility which can cause us to cancel a snorkel. Please could I ask you to drop us an email for any reservations and can keep in touch re. weather as the time draws nearer. Many thanks Tidal Tao
worteltjie
Pretoria, South Africa
What will it cost for one person?
Tidal-Tao--Ballito
Ballito, South Africa9 contributions
Hi There, our snorkel trips range from R320 per adult (including all your gear / equipment, coffee and refreshments)
Children under 5 years old are free and children between 6 & 10 years old are R150 ...hope this helps.
Htamm
Los Angeles, CA5 contributions
Do you guys provide any lifejackets for non swimmers still interested in Snorkeling?
Tidal-Tao--Ballito
Ballito, South Africa9 contributions
Hi Mary, sorry, we don't provide life jackets, it's a spot risky all round if you can't swim or are not comfortable in the water. Although the spots we snorkel in are generally shallow and well protected from the open ocean. You don't need to be a strong swimmer but should be able to swim on your own. Kind Regards, Tidal Tao
290ernstg
Bloemfontein, South Africa6 contributions
I am considering booking for snorkeling from 5 to 6 December. Can you recommend accommodation in the are from 4 to 6 Dec.
Regards
Ernst Grunow
Tel 0827710897
Tidal-Tao--Ballito
Ballito, South Africa9 contributions
Hi Ernst, can I suggest perhaps trying the Safron House Tel: +27 (0)32 525 8707 Cell: +27 (0)79 494 0283
Or The Beach House 0845815573