Shark Dive Xtreme

Thursday, August 8, 2013

In the water with feeding Grey Nurse Sharks, 3m Rays and Turtles?!

As well as our great Shark Dive Xtreme experiences, the braver souls amongst you can also opt to come in when we are feeding!

These huge animals get VERY close and personal when there is food to be had, and you can be in the water at Manly Sealife Sanctuary with them!

Under the expert guidance of our Aquarists (feeders) and Dive Instructors, you will have the most amazing experience of your life. Each dive is different, and every animal has their own great personalities - but don't worry, they are very friendly - they are just a little hungry!

Check out the Video below....

Your Shark Dive Xtreme experience begins when you are introduced to and learn about the animals from the safety of the viewing tunnel. For introductory divers, there is then an introduction to SCUBA diving commences with a briefing on SCUBA equipment, required skills and safety aspects from one of our expert instructors. Before entering the Oceanarium, you will learn how to breathe underwater with personalized tuition from our instructors.

Once you are comfortable with the SCUBA equipment and breathing underwater its then time to watch the feed!

Feed Me!

The dive begins with a feeding frenzy of fish, stingrays, turtles and small sharks. Divers will stand amongst the animals watching while our staff hand-fed the crowds of animals. Following this divers will move to a different section of the tank ready to watch huge Grey Nurse Sharks being fed.

Shark Feed Xtreme is ONLY available on Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning, and is limited to 2 customers per dive. The experience takes around 2.5 hours, including a 40 minute dive in Shark Harbour.

Shark Dive Xtreme and Shark Feed Xtreme are available to all people 14 years and older. Medical conditions do apply and bookings are essential. Check the rules HERE

READY TO BOOK? - CLICK HERE

Manly Sealife Sanctuary Jellyfish Display...!

As well as our amazing Grey Nurse Sharks, Rays and Turtles, Manly Sealife Sanctuary, we now have a great Jellyfish display!

For more information please visit:

http://www.manlysealifesanctuary.com.au

Tuesday, August 6, 2013

Bruce & Mari-Lou tie the knot!

An 'engaging' experience with our Grey Nurse Sharks!

Bruce proposed to Mari - Lou on their first ever dive together!

We wish you both many happy years together from team SDX.

If you fancy popping the question surrounded by critically endangered Grey Nurse Sharks, click on the link below;

http://www.manlysealifesanctuary.com.au/buy-tickets/#shark-dives

Critically Endangered Grey Nurse Sharks - Did you Know?

Also known as Sand Tiger Shark, Spotted Ragged-tooth Shark.

The Grey Nurse shark was the first shark species in the world to be protected in 1984, under the Fisheries and Oyster Farms Act. Current population estimates on the east coast of Australia are now estimated to be between 1146 and 1662. Queensland alone saw a decrease of a whopping 77% over a 40 year period.
In 1994 they were listed as 'Critically Endangered' in NSW, and internationally in 2008 under the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) Red List.

Up until the 1980's, Grey Nurse Sharks were misunderstood, and were thoughtlessly killed due to their fierce appearance.
The main reason nowadays for the huge decrease in numbers is commercial fishing. Despite the laws surrounding the Grey Nurse Sharks protection, they still get accidentally caught up in drop-lines and other line fishing equipment.
Another contributing factor is the relatively slow growth rate and reproductive cycle. Females only reach sexual maturity at around 9-10 years of age and males only around 7 years. Combine this with a pupping rate of roughly every 2 years, and you start to see the problem.

Here at Shark Dive Xtreme at Manly Sea Life Sanctuary, we strive to convey the need for the protection and conservation of these critically endangered Grey Nurse Sharks. Our 'Breed, Rescue & Protect' programme aims to educate the public and make efforts to repopulate the species.

With Shark Dive Xtreme, even non - certified divers can jump into the tank and witness these majestic creatures for themselves, while also dodging huge Stingrays, Sea Turtles and Eagle Rays! Our strict eco-tourism philosophy means the Grey Nurse Sharks are never aggravated or stressed and divers adopt a purely observational role. Our satisfied customers leave feeling educated and liberated!