ABOUT US
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We started Amanzi Adventures to share our love for the ocean and the incredible experiences it gives us.
From local dives in Cape Town to adventures further afield, we believe the ocean connects us, challenges us and reminds us what matters.
We bring different skills and perspectives, but we share the same passion for the ocean, personal growth and creating meaningful experiences for others.
Whether we’re guiding a dive, teaching a course or planning our next trip, you’ll find us out there, in the water, in nature and doing what we love.
Partners in life and in adventure
THE FACES OF AMANZI ADVENTURES
Maaike McIntyre
PADI Freediving Instructor | Yoga Teacher
PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer
Chris Viljoen
Chris came to the dive industry from a very different world, with a professional background in finance, but diving, travel and exploration have been a constant part of his life, eventually leading him from being a recreational diver to becoming a PADI instructor.
He has since taught and guided divers across different experience levels, from taking someone underwater for the first time to helping qualified divers develop the skills and confidence to take on more challenging dives.
Chris particularly enjoys the exploratory side of diving, wrecks, deeper sites and finding places with a story behind them, but what he enjoys most is sharing that experience with other people.
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Maaike’s connection to the ocean comes through freediving, slowing down, becoming comfortable beneath the surface and discovering how much is possible on a single breath.
As a freediving instructor, yoga teacher and breathwork facilitator, she brings a different dimension to Amanzi. Her approach combines good technique and safety with an understanding of breathing, movement and relaxation, helping people become more comfortable and confident in the water.
For Maaike, the best adventures aren’t necessarily about going deeper or further. They’re about being completely immersed in what you’re doing, exploring somewhere beautiful and coming away having experienced something genuinely memorable.
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Our values
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Safety First
We plan carefully, adapt to the conditions and never compromise on safety.
Adventure
We seek out experiences that challenge us, excite us and create lasting memories.
Authenticity
We’re real people who love what we do, and we keep it real in everything we do.
Small & Personal
We keep our groups small so you get better experiences, more safety and genuine human connection.
Ocean Connection
The ocean is at the heart of everything we do. We respect it, learn from it and protect it.
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Contact
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Email
info@amanzi-adventures.com
Phone
+27 71 458 8412
