South Africa · SHARK CAGE DIVING
Most boats leave Kleinbaai at Gansbaai for the channel by Dyer Island; a few run from Cape Town and Durban instead. No dive certificate is needed. These 15 are compared on price, hours at sea, transfers from the city and what happens when a trip is called off.
Shark cage encounter off Gansbaai from Hermanus or Cape Town. All gear, wetsuits, meals, certificate, and a safety-first crew.
“Very professional company from start to finish. Really good communication, very accommodating of all needs. The information on sharks is really valuable, The driver Anwar for the transport is really lovely too. Would highly recommend”
Full-day shark cage viewing from Cape Town to Gansbaai, with breakfast, gear, a marine biologist guide, and a cage session near Dyer Island.
“It was challenging to get into and out of the wetsuit but got it done.!! No great whites this time but saw several sharks and two different species which was interesting...it was great fun.!!! I highly recommend it and Marine Dynamics was AWESOME.!!!”
Shark Alley in Gansbaai, cage-side sightings of bronze whaler sharks, onboard marine biology, and a penguin sanctuary stop, from Cape Town.
“this trip was absolutely amazing goronia (sorry for sure spelt wrong) was awesome, so much knowledge and so enthusiastic 😀 the experience itself was awesome. loads of sharks even banged into cage which was totally amazing, the videographer bee was so funny and got great shots of ppl in cage and the sharks, the crew on a whole was crazy and fun loving 😀 couldn't have asked for a better experience”
Half-day great white shark cage encounter from Gansbaai with small group service, 20-minute in-water sessions, meals, gear, and hot showers.
“Once in a lifetime experience! My youngest, who is 9, also loved the experience!!!”
See Great White sharks from a purpose-built catamaran and floating cage near Van Dyks Bay. No chumming, unlimited cage time. Pickup.
“A lot of sharks were close to the boat. Good helpful staff. We had luck with weather. Sea was calm..”
Great whites and bronze whaler sharks from a secure 8-person cage in Gansbaai, with meals, gear, and conservation guides.
“Our group had a great time and service was professional, friendly and informative. Will definitely come again and bring others with! Thank you for an amazing experience.”
Experience a shark cage encounter near Hermanus at Shark Alley, with expert guidance, snacks and lunch, plus optional on-board footage.
“Everything has gone great. The first day, we had a problem, including a fire and accident, and they were very patient and changed the activity to another day. everything well organized, with welcome breakfast, good guides... Good immersion. We were able to see sharks for a long time and afterwards, towels, hot chocolate and everything with a smile. perfect”
Small-group scuba shark cage encounter off Cape Town’s Seal Island, led by an expert crew, with tips for cold water and sea-sickness.
“Amazing Experience! The lady in the office was welcoming and informative. The workers on the boat were also nice and helpful. My only concern is the sharing of the mouth piece. That was a bit much. Even after cleaning it, the thought that there’s literally nothing protecting Read more”
Shark cage session in False Bay from Simon's Town. Gear, snacks, and a briefing included in a 4-hour tour.
“The crew was incredible and tried very hard to get sharks to appear. They also went by seal island and we were fortunate to see some of the best whale watching ever! We were sad the others on the tour did not tip the staff, they worked so haRead more”
A small-group shark cage encounter from Simon’s Town, with a seal stop, safety briefing, and breath-hold or scuba options for close sightings.
“Wow what an amazing experience. We saw lots of sharks as well as a visit to see the seals. The crew were amazing, very knowledgable, helpful and welcoming. Special shout out for Brandon. Would definitely recommend 🦈”
Shark Alley cage session from Hermanus with a marine biologist, transfers, gear, breakfast, and a free penguin visit in Gansbaai.
“Nice boat, nice crew, no sharks :((( They were organized and made you feel safe. Breakfast was included.”
Stay dry while you watch sharks from a Gansbaai boat deck, with breakfast and lunch included. Small group, 4.5 hours.
Shark cage encounter in Gansbaai near Cape Town with Bronze Whaler sharks, snacks, lunch, warm showers, and included video footage.
“It is a wonderfull experience. I highly recommend it. We only saw one shark but was enough to say it is worthy. The crew is so patience and was working si hard to ensure we see sharks (mother nature is unoredictable). The staff at the office was so friendly and helpful. Serving hot soup and delicious snacks. Also providing towels and a hot shower after the tour. Highly recommend!”
Experience great white sharks in Gaansbaai’s Shark Alley with cage entry, meals, Cape Town pickup options, and a harbor lunch DVD recap.
“We had a great day picked us up smack on time for 20 in the morning picked a few other people up then straight to shop driving so loads of sharks very knowledgeable man on the sharks absolutely great today would do it again would recommend”
Shark cage encounter in False Bay near Cape Town with Apex. See bronze whalers plus seals, dolphins, and penguins in 3 hours.
“Great activity. Highly recommended people not wanting to shark dive go along. They will see plenty. Captain and crew were very good and knowledgeable.”
From the cableway to the Kruger gate, sorted by the kind of day you want.
