Born 11 June 1910 – Passed 25 June 1997, Jacques Cousteau inspired generations to explore and protect the ocean

To honour the legacy of the man in the red beanie, we’re running a very special tribute expedition from 20–24 JUNE,2025 hosted by Rodney Fox business partner Mark Tozer.

Expect delicious French food

Inspiring Cousteau stories

Personal memorabilia on display

And yes… everyone gets their own iconic red beanie!

Whether you're a die-hard ocean explorer or just love a good sea yarn, this trip promises adventure, nostalgia, and celebration.

Spots are limited – DM us or comment below to be part of something truly special.

“The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.”

– Jacques-Yves Cousteau

4 nights

Approx. 3 Days of Surface cage Diving and up to approx. 6 X Submersible Dives for certified divers.

It is an Adventure for people of all ages, although we recommend children are at least 8 years old, and able to cope in an adult environment. The depths of the ocean floor cage vary but average 18m, so you need at least your Open Water SCUBA certificate (or equivalent) to take part in these experiences. No certificate is needed for surface cage diving.

DEPARTURE: Port Lincoln 18:30 JUNE 20 6:30PM

RETURN: Port Lincoln 18:30 JUNE 24 9:00AM

ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS

Celebrate the life of scuba legend Jacques Cousteau who would have had his 115th birthday anniversary on June 11th. This special Peak Big Girl Season 4-night safari has some extra French flavour. Featuring French cuisine including croissants, vin rouge, commemorative red beanies and a special viewing of ‘The Life Aquatic’.

• This special four-day tour is perfect for people who are looking for an intimate great white shark experience (and want to maximize their time at sea) and learn a lot about these magnificent creatures and of course, have fun celebrating all things, Jacques Cousteau. 
• On this expedition you'll use the world’s only ocean floor cage (for qualified divers only), and all guests are able to get up-close and personal with great whites in the surface cage.
•  It's a trip for people who are very interested in sharks and their behaviour, experienced divers, adventurers, shark photographers and anyone who, like us, has a passion for these incredible creatures.
• Unlimited time in the surface cage.
• In the floor cage each dive is approximately 40 minutes with a 30-minute bottom time and a five-minute safety stop.

ITINERARY DESCRIPTION

DAY 1 BOARD 6:30 PM

·    Safety Briefing, Crew Introduction, Necessary Dive Paperwork, Cabin allocation and ship orientation will take place before departing the Harbour.

·    During the journey to our first overnight anchorage, please take this opportunity to familiarize yourselves with the vessel and make yourself comfortable. 

·    Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and number of dives, dive sites, including a swim with sealions etc. may be subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforeseeable factors.

DAY 2

·    Divers are briefed, and the Surface Cage hits the water, ready for action. Our priority is for everyone to see the sharks in the surface cage before SCUBA divers descend deeper in our submersible cage.

·    diving guests in the ocean floor cage. We also like to hop in the tender boat, check out the New 

·    Zealand Fur Seals and go walking around the Neptune Islands. Here, there

·    are many bird species to watch and the elusive Australian Sea Lions can

·    also sometimes be spotted. More shark talks in the evening and then time for bed ready for the next day’s big adventure.

DAY 3

·    More time with the great whites viewing topside, in the surface cage or down on the ocean floor and by now your shark identification skills will be finely tuned.

·    The evening brings more opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of the Neptune Islands, listening to the sounds of the seals with a chilled glass of white. There is plenty time to chill out and rest. Hit the hay when you feel like it.

DAY 4

·    More time to spend Surface and Ocean Floor diving – there is no time limit 

·    in the cages, if everyone has their fair share. You can also do 

·    some Shark and Wildlife watching from the observation deck, relax with a

·    book – anything that floats your boat. Leave the 

·    Depart Neptune Islands mid-afternoon and enjoy some lovely local South Australian 

·    ‘Wine on the bow’ usually with common dolphins joining us for company. 

·    We arrive back in Port Lincoln after a light dinner for guests to disembark.

·    *Itinerary is indicative only (subject to weather and any other circumstances that may affect the scheduling of events).

DAY 5 DISEMBARK

·    Disembark vessel any time before 9 AM, continental breakfast supplied.