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BOOT 2020: Save on the Big 10 Dive Safari with Nomad Tours
African Adventure Specialists Nomad Tours are offering a fantastic 10% saving on their Big 10 Dive Safari for the BOOT show 2020.
This 14 day adventure is the perfect combination of South African diving and an African Safari experience with the possibility of spotting the Big 5 in the Kruger National Park along with other wildlife, fauna and culture, as well as sharks and other beautiful sea creatures in the warm waters of KwaZulu Natal and cooler waters of Cape Town and Gansbaai.
Highlights include:
Kruger National Park
Stretching over more than two million hectares, the Kruger National Park is one of the world’s largest game reserves and a truly remarkable destination. The park is home to over 130 mammals and over 500 bird species. The diversity and sheer density of wildlife makes Kruger National Park an unforgettable and potentially life-changing experience.
KwaZulu Natal South Coast
Stretching from Amanzimtoti to Port Edward, South Africa’s KwaZulu Natal South Coast offers visitors an endless summer with a variety of activities including excellent swimming, snorkelling, hiking, birdwatching, dolphin spotting and viewing the annual sardine run. This tour includes two days diving the famous Aliwal Shoal. Renowned for Raggie Tooth Sharks congregating in their hundreds, dolphins and the baited shark dive with Oceanic BlackTip Sharks and possibly Tiger Sharks investigating the bait.
Then, guests head down for three days and 5 dives on the Protea Banks Reef to see some of the worlds largest marine predators. Diving both North and South Pinnacles the tour will go in search of schooling Hammerheads, Bull Sharks, Guitar Sharks and large rays. An optional Tiger and Bull Shark baited dive at Protea Banks will be offered during the stay for a breathtaking experience.
Cape Town and Gansbaai
Resting at the confluence of the Indian and Atlantic oceans, sandwiched between the slopes of the iconic Table Mountain and the glistening sapphire waters of Table Bay, the exceptionally scenic city of Cape Town is in a class of its own. Some cities boast rich culture, vibrant nightlife, a cosmopolitan atmosphere and extraordinary architecture, while others boast breathtaking landscapes and extraordinary natural wonders. Cape Town is lucky enough to be blessed with all of these attractions and so much more. Alongside time to explore the city, this part of the tour includes diving with Cape Fur Seals and a search for 7 Gilled Cow Sharks. Guests will also partake in an amazing Great White Shark cage diving adventure at Gansbaai to round-up the trip.
BOOT Show Special Offer – €3,240 for 14 days including local flights, transportation, meals, accommodation, diving and tours. International flights, taxes, visas, tips and personal expenses are not included. Please contact Nomad Tours for full details of inclusions / exclusions.
Find out more at: www.nomaddive.co.za, email dive@nomadtours.co.za or visit the Nomad Tours stand G40 / Hall 12 at the BOOT Show in Dusseldorf, Germany from 18-26 January 2020.
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EXCLUSIVE: Jeff Goodman interviews Mark Spiers, CEO of New Scuba Diving Training Agency NovoScuba
In a video recorded exclusively for Scubaverse.com, Jeff Goodman interviews Mark Spiers, CEO of new scuba diving training agency NovoScuba.
Find out more about NovoScuba at www.novoscuba.com.
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Charting New Waters; NovoScuba Goes Global with the Launch of their Revolutionary Dive Training Agency!
Discover a New Era of Dive Education: NovoScuba Brings Innovation to the Surface! Fully ISO Certified and Equipped with Cutting-Edge Technology.
With a combined experience spanning over a century in the diving industry, a team of accomplished dive store owners, managers, and professionals unveils NovoScuba, a ground-breaking dive training agency poised to redefine the benchmarks of underwater education. Launching in May 2024, NovoScuba promises a revolutionary approach to dive training. Their vision is to make diving accessible to everyone, share success within the dive community and emphasise positive interactions with the planet.
NovoScuba’s global debut marks a significant milestone in the dive industry. Driven by a vision to challenge convention and harness the power of technology, NovoScuba aims to revolutionise the dive training landscape through its innovative business model, which is digitally native, making it the most technologically advanced dive training agency to date.
“We recognised the need for change in the dive training industry and saw an opportunity to leverage technology, and redefine existing business models to create something truly innovative,” said Mark Spiers, CEO of NovoScuba.
NovoScuba’s platform offers state of the art training programmes ranging from introductory up to professional diving, including various specialties. All programmes meet international standards and ISO certifications are in place. This commitment to shared success, accessibility and positive results for the planet, all at a cost effective and affordable level, is what will make NovoScuba stand out.
“Our deep understanding of traditional pain points for the industry, combined with our digitally native approach positions NovoScuba as a game-changer in dive education. Offering unparalleled initiatives such as student subscription, open access to all course materials, pay as you certify, no stock required, monthly membership payments, payment in local currencies, one-click certifications, and membership freezing, NovoScuba is set to redefine the industry. Available in 13 languages, at launch, the NovoScuba courses are written for the modern divers, with a focus on up-to-date content, interactive learning, and an engaging platform,” Mark Spiers concluded.
NovoScuba is challenging a change in the industry, redefining established traditional systems, and ushering in a new standard of excellence, support, and partnership. Their collaborations with dive stores, pros and underwater enthusiasts won’t demand exclusivity, prioritising earned loyalty, and an understanding that their Member’s success is key to their own.
NovoScuba
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