Spot the Sardine Run
Before it Passes You By
The free community app for KwaZulu-Natal's sardine run. See real-time sightings, report what you spot, and never miss the action again.
Join sardine spotters along the KZN coast
Everything you need
Sardine spotting, simplified
No more waiting around to hear that sardines were spotted near you hours ago. Get the information in real-time, straight from the community.
Live Sighting Map
See exactly where sardines have been spotted on an interactive map. Filter by distance and time to find sightings near you.
Instant Notifications
Get alerted the moment someone spots sardines anywhere along the KZN coast. Enable push notifications once and never miss the action.
Photo Reports
Upload photos of what you see. Help the community verify sightings and build a real-time picture of the run.
Track the Migration
Follow the sardine run as it moves along the KZN coast from May to July. Watch patterns emerge in real-time.
Community Powered
Join thousands of sardine spotters along the coast. The more people report, the better it works for everyone.
Your Data is Safe
We encrypt your information and never sell your data. We only use your location to show you nearby sightings.
Works on Any Device
Install the app on your phone straight from the browser. No app store needed — works on Android and iPhone.
Real-Time Updates
Sightings appear within seconds of being reported. The 24-hour rolling feed keeps everything fresh and relevant.
Simple as 1-2-3-4
How it works
Sign Up
Create your account in seconds. No credit card, no catch. Just an email and you're in.
Enable Location
Allow the app to know where you are so we can show you sightings nearby. We never track you.
Spot & Report
See sardines? Open the app, snap a photo, and report the sighting. Your GPS coordinates are captured automatically.
Get Alerted
Receive instant notifications when someone spots sardines along the KZN coast. Never miss the action.
Free on all devices
Get the app
Available on Android via Google Play, and on iPhone via Safari — no App Store needed.
Android
Google Play Store
- 1Open the Google Play Store on your Android phone
- 2Search for "SardineWatch" or tap the button below
- 3Tap Install — it's free
- 4Open the app, sign up, and you're live
iPhone
Add to Home Screen via Safari
- 1Open Safari on your iPhone (must be Safari, not Chrome)
- 2Go to sardinewatch.co.za
- 3Tap the Share button (the box with an arrow at the bottom of the screen)
- 4Scroll down and tap "Add to Home Screen"
- 5Tap Add — the app icon appears on your home screen
Got questions?