Shark Cage Diving with Return Transport from Hermanus

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3 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Gansbaai is known as the great white shark capital of the world and is only a two-and-a-half hour scenic drive from Cape Town. It is here that we will make your dreams come true! The experienced crew will share their vast knowledge of the water world where they operate when they take you to view sharks from the surface or underwater from a cage. This marine wonderland is the closest place in the world where you can safely see these apex predators in their natural environment. Great White shark behaviour has been unpredictable since Orca predation in 2017. We work with various shark species, including Bronze Whaler and sevengill sharks.

What's Included

Wetsuit, diving boots, weight belt and diving mask. We also provide towels.
Guide- English
Sancks and water

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please note that we pick up from most Hermanus hotels or accommodations. Please specify where we should pick you up. If this is out of our way, we will provide a pickup spot that will work on our route. Please be ready at your pickup point at the time confirmed with you the day prior. Please note that travel time from Hermanus can take up to 1 hour one way. If you book the early timeslot for example (07:00) this is not your pickup time, but closer to the meeting time. The pickup time in Hermanus will for this example be around 06:00. You can take a nap on the way to Gansbaai and we will welcome you with warm coffee and breakfast. Please note that all passengers meet 1 hour before launching to complete the check-in, wetsuit sizing and safety briefing procedure.

What to expect

The shark cage diving trip departs from Kleinbaai harbour between 6h00 and 12h00, based on tides and weather. Trips usually last 3–4 hours, but timing may vary with shark activity. You will receive a confirmation by text or email with your meeting time the evening before.

On arrival, enjoy breakfast before a safety briefing covering the route, vessel details, and potential marine life encounters. After a short walk to the harbour, you'll board our custom-built vessel, Apex Predator.

At the anchor spot, we use a legally approved chum mixture to attract sharks. Note: we do not use or feed shark products, as mandated. Once sharks are near, you can capture photos of these apex predators from the boat or within the shark cage.

Please book in advance and allow for a two-day window in case of weather delays. Jackets are provided for protection at sea. After returning to shore, enjoy a debrief with soup and bread rolls.

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Great White Shark Tours

Tags

Extreme Sports
Shark Diving
On the Water
Best Conversion
Involves Animals
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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