Crocodile cage diving safari in Zimbabwe
Crocodile cage diving safari is a must-do safari activity that is conveniently located near the Elephants Walk Shopping Village in the heart of Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. You spend about 30 minutes underwater, always in close proximity to the crocodiles, unlike cage diving with sharks. Even though you are completely safe in a cage, diving underwater with these ancient predators still gives you a rush of adrenaline. Make your exciting Victoria Falls crocodile cage dive reservation.
Get up close and personal with these terrifying animals in a secure setting. There will be a 30-minute dive session. Take pleasure in a 360° view of the three rescued Nile Crocodiles – Bongo, Prado and Lucky. Don’t miss out on Africa’s wildest adventure for intriguing safari memories.
Although in the cage you can look at these intriguing carnivores pushing powerfully through the water from all angles. Visitors can witness these Zambezi predators in action underwater in the safe cage, where their ferocious power is evident something you might not see on land which is an outstanding safari experience that every tourist should experience on a Zimbabwe safari. Divers who work with crocodile cages get to see, touch, and interact with the reptiles in their natural habitat. See their short legs, thick tails, scaly scutes along the back, and powerful jaws up close in this unique underwater perspective.
Crocodile cage diving promotes biodiversity and an appreciation of the natural heritage in an effort to alleviate the conflict between humans and wildlife in Victoria Falls. Engaging in conversation with a Nile crocodile is a learning opportunity where you get closer to the crocodiles and understand the physical characteristics of the crocodiles and their behaviors.
Managed by an over-head monorail and intended for two to four people in the cage per dive. The cage stands above the crocs before being slowly lowered into the enclosure to get allow you an up close and personal look at these amazing reptiles. For an additional cost, if you’d like, the on-site photographer can record the incredible moments inside and outside the cage. As an alternative, feel free to bring an underwater camera of your own.
Each dive lasts between 25 and 30 minutes in the enclosure with each of these enormous reptiles. While participating in this safari activity, regular feeding by the crocodile handlers promotes face-to-face interactions and gives you the opportunity to witness the incredible force of a crocodile’s jaws closing. Get ready for a thrilling and terrifying experience. From every angle inside the cage, you can watch these amazing carnivores pushing their way forcefully through the water.
Get more closely than ever before to a crocodile during our crocodile cage diving in Zimbabwe. In a safe cage, you will be diminished into the water and can watch the wild animals up close. Crocodile Cage Divers can observe, touch and appreciate the animals in their natural habitat during the adventure. You can take your family or friends along for this amazing adventure as a cage can accommodate two to four people. The activity to meet our three female crocodiles is open to anyone who is eight years old or older. Take a dive and discover something amazing.
Safety measures for crocodile cage diving safari.
The three Nile crocodiles at the centre are part of an entertaining and instructive experience. Participants in the safari activity must be six years of age or older. Children are only allowed to do this with their parents’ express permission. Although everyone who participates is insured, emergency rescue is available, and it is completely safe.
Participants are given a briefing prior to the session, which lasts between 25 and 30 minutes. They also receive a brief instruction on how to use the scuba diving equipment and what to expect. It is relatively easy and even non-swimmers can participate. There is an experienced guide who has been conducting these dives for 3 years. Although prearranged dive times can be set up, the centre is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. On request, evening dives can be scheduled.
Four persons can fit inside the cage at a time, but divers are welcome to invite additional spectators to encourage and watch. For an additional charge, a photographer is available to capture the entire experience both inside and outside the cage. Bring your own underwater camera if you’d like. For the exercise, all divers should bring their regular swimwear. Don’t hesitate to contact us at visitvictoriafalls.org for more information about Zimbabwe safaris you will not get disappointed.
