Shark cage diving from Gansbaai, near Hermanus

5 hrs
Everybody welcome
From 8 years-old and up
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Recommended
From€197

Set out on an adventure of a lifetime during this eco-conscious shark diving expedition from Gansbaai, South Africa!

Gansbaai is located on the other side of the fabulous Walker Bay from Hermanus, a quaint coastal town that is world-famous for its Southern Right whale watching! Walker Bay itself is a historically significant and pristine reserve that is home to an incredible array of marine life, and there is no better place from which to experience a seafaring adventure!

Departing from Gansbaai, your shark diving tour will begin with tea, coffee, and biscuits to welcome you on board. On its way to find sharks, the shark cage diving tour will take an ecologically friendly approach to finding sharks, similar to going on a safari drive to see what marine wildlife you will encounter, meaning that every trip is unique and that the goal is to encounter as much sealife as possible! Once the boat anchors and you get equipped with freshly cleaned wetsuits and goggles, it is time to get into the water with the sharks!

The shark species you will be diving with is the bronze whaler shark, a large, powerful, and very interactive shark. Of course, it is also possible that you will get to see other species of sharks as well as dolphins, whales, and more! On the boat, you will be accompanied by a marine biologist as well as qualified shark diving guides who will share their passion and knowledge of the sharks and other marine life with you to enrich your shark diving tour in Walker Bay. The shark diving cage itself will sit on the side of the boat and be partially submerged just enough for you to be completely surrounded by water but also able to comfortably come up for air when needed. No previous diving experience is needed to participate in this shark diving excursion.

After the adrenaline rush of being in the water with sharks, on your way back to Gansbaai, you will get to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Walker Bay around you. Once back on land, you will be treated to a light lunch and a watch party of your best moments on the trip thanks to the professional videographer on board.

Book your shark diving tour with the officially licensed and highly trained crew of Apex Shark Expeditions now for an unforgettable adventure off the coast of South Africa!

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Practical information

3-4 hour shark cage diving boat tour, departing from Gansbaai.


Course of events

-Meet guides at meeting point in Gansbaai

-Board boat

-Receive safety and acivity briefing

-Enjoy biscuits and tea/coffee

-Sealife safari

-Drop anchor

-Get into the cage and dive with sharks!

-After 3-4 hrs at sea, head back to shore

-Enjoy a light meal

-De-equip and debrief

-End of activty

Activity requirements

Children above 10 years old will be allowed into the cage on the basis that parents vouch for their aquatic experience.

Divers and surface viewers pay the same price.

Special terms

Sharks are completely wild animals and as such sightings and behaviour cannot be guaranteed.

Trips are weather dependent and not species-dependent.

If you are prone to motion sickness, or not used to being anchored at sea, it is recommended to take Sturgeron or Dramamine tablets. Take one the night before your trip and another one and a half hours before the scheduled meeting time.

Meeting point:
Kleinbaai Harbour - Van Dyks Bay, 7220, South Africa The meeting address will be confirmed in a separate email and the exact meeting time confirmed with you late afternoon the day before your trip.
Spoken languages:English, Afrikaans
Included
  • Dive gear including mask
  • Weight belt
  • Wet suit (5mm)
  • Certified crew
  • Breakfast
  • Snacks and refreshments on board
  • Towels
  • Jackets
Excluded
  • Transfers
  • R25.00 (€1.50) Conservation fee (Mandatory) To be paid on the day of the trip.
  • Professional video (extra cost)
Do not forget to bring
  • Dress in layers
  • Warm weather jacket
  • Closed shoes
  • Beanie
  • Scarf
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Towel
  • Swimwear
  • Sunscreen
  • Camera
  • Motion sickness tablets (if prone)

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