Aliwal Dive Lodge is situated on the South Coast of KwaZulu Natal, South Africa, and was especially opened in September 2007 to satisfy the accommodation needs of divers and local visitors to one of the most exciting scuba diving spots in the world: Aliwal Shoal - where sharks, dolphins, eels, rays and other sealife abounds!

Aliwal Dive Lodge is conveniently situated above the Aliwal Dive Shop and Training School, and offers exceptional comfort and warm South African hospitality at a very affordable price. The beach, shops, restaurants and banks are also only 3 minutes walk away.

Combine your stay with learning to dive, or further your Dive education at the PADI 5-star Instructor Development Centre. Whatever you choose to do, you're sure to have the holiday of a lifetime.

Aliwal Dive Lodge offers 2 forms of budget-conscious, comfortable accommodation:

1) Backpacker-style ensuite rooms with ceiling fan and balcony.

2) Light and airy double/twin rooms with ensuite bathroom, air-conditioning, sea facing balcony, fridge, fan, safe and tea/coffee making facilities.

Other facilities available to Aliwal Dive Lodge guests include:

• Laundry Service
• Wireless Internet & Fax
• Secure Parking
• Airport Transfers
• Hairdresser & Beauty Salon next door
• Fully Licenced Bar.

Aliwal Dive Lodge functions on a bed & breakfast basis, so you'll be pleased to know that a delicious full cooked breakfast is included in the accommodation price.

Although the Lodge doen't offer self-catering facilities (you're meant to be enjoying a holiday after all!), there are plenty of restaurants, cafes and pubs within walking distance. There you'll be sure to find good quality meals to suit your tastebuds and your budget.

And if you just feel like relaxing and socialising you are always welcome at the Lodge's on-site bar.

Aliwal Shoal offers some of the most exciting scuba diving in the world - swim with Ragged Tooth Sharks, Tiger Sharks, Manta Rays, Dolphins and Whale Sharks; explore wrecks and visit some of the best dive sites around (including Cathedral, Raggies Cave and Howards Castle).

The Aliwal Dive Lodge is positioned directed above the Dive Shop and Training School, meaning your stay is the perfect opportunity to take the PADI Open Water Course and learn to dive.

If you're not a diver or general watersport enthusiast, there's still plenty to make a stay at Aliwal Dive Lodge worthwhile: Hit the beaches, stroll around the quiet coastal hamlet of Umkomaas, play a round of golf, or just while away the time relaxing by the Lodge pool with a refreshing drink.

Accomodation rates on request.