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Cape Town: Gansbaai Eco-Friendly Shark Cage Diving Cruise

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4.564394 out of 5 stars
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Cape Town: Gansbaai Eco-Friendly Shark Cage Diving Cruise
Certified by GetYourGuide
4.564394 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.564394 out of 5 stars
264 reviews
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Get up close with the ocean's most majestic apex predators with a cage dive amongst the sharks of Gansbaai. Learn more from the onboard marine biologists and get a pre and post-dive briefing.

About this activity

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Duration 6 - 10 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup optional
You'll be picked up from your accommodation in Cape Town. Pick-up times will be confirmed the afternoon before the trip after a detailed weather check has been done.
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Oscar – Italy

Although not the norm, we got to experience orcas in the wild.

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Emma – United Kingdom

it was fantastic, no great whites but we were at the wrong time of year for that so knew it was unlikely, however there were 12 other sharks, 2 stingrays and a naughty seal to keep us entertained. the guide was extremely knowledgeable and was able to answer any questions. breakfast and lunch were both great and plentiful and the penguin rescue was cute and good to see they are returned back to the wild as soon as able

Highlights

  • Get up close with sharks from the safety of a cage
  • Enjoy 5-star facilities at the Great White House, including a licensed restaurant and bar
  • Visit a rehabilitation center for sick and ill seabirds, including the endangered African Penguin
  • Learn more about the conservation projects and how you can make a difference
  • Benefit from the expertize of an on-board marine biologist

Full description

Discover the thrill of diving with sharks in the safety of a cage with this tour from Cape Town. Enjoy a hearty breakfast and head to Joubertsdam to hop in the water with sharks. Have snacks and drinks onboard and end your experience with soup access to the African penguin and seabird sanctuary.
If the transfer option is selected, your adventure will start with a pickup from your hotel in Cape Town. Take a drive along a scenic route to get to your destination – the Great White House. 
Once there, enjoy breakfast or lunch before a safety briefing about what to expect. Then, stroll to the harbor to board a dedicated shark-diving vessel.
Journey to Joubertsdam and drop anchor where the sharks reside. Your boat will have all the amenities, along with drinks and snacks for your comfort. 
Collect your waterproof bag containing your dive kit and then get up close to these magnificent animals in their natural environment, protected of course by a cage. You'll be completely safe, but your adrenaline will be pumping like crazy. This is sure to be an experience you will never forget.
Travel through shark alley if conditions permit before returning to land for a debriefing and a warm bowl of soup. Then, enjoy free entry to the African penguin and seabird sanctuary on your way back to Cape Town (if the option is selected).

Includes

  • Round-trip transportation from Cape Town (if option chosen)
  • All dive equipment
  • Boat cruise
  • Shark cage dive
  • Breakfast or lunch upon arrival
  • Snacks
  • Drinks on board
  • Light lunch after dive
  • Briefing sessions before and after the trip
  • Visit to the African Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary
  • Professional trip footage

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Meeting point

Meet at The Great White House in Kleinbaai, 5 Geelbek St, Van Dyks Bay, 7220, South Africa. Please note that the meeting time will be confirmed the day before your trip. All self-drive guests will start at this point as indicated on the map.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Warm clothing
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen

Not allowed

  • Smoking in the vehicle

Know before you go

  • There are no age restrictions.
  • This trip is weather dependent, if your tour is cancelled you will get a full refund or alternatively, you can change the day
  • You will change into your wetsuit on board the boat, please wear your swimsuit underneath your clothes

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 264 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.3/5

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Oscar – ItalyApril 3, 2025 – Verified booking
Although not the norm, we got to experience orcas in the wild.
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Emma – United KingdomFebruary 14, 2025 – Verified booking
it was fantastic, no great whites but we were at the wrong time of year for that so knew it was unlikely, however there were 12 other sharks, 2 stingrays and a naughty seal to keep us entertained. the guide was extremely knowledgeable and was able to answer any questions. breakfast and lunch were both great and plentiful and the penguin rescue was cute and good to see they are returned back to the wild as soon as able
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Robin – United KingdomFebruary 11, 2025 – Verified booking
Really good, had 15-20 mins in the cage and saw 3 copper sharks. Also saw a seal and a giant stingray. The staff were great, really helpful and made the trip memorable. Really glad I did it.

Product ID: 162000

Activity provider:Marine Dynamics Shark Tours

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