Shark Cage Diving in Dyer Island from Kleinbaai, near Gansbaai

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Meet the world's most feared ocean predator on a shark cage diving excursion to Dyer Island, near Gansbaai!

Are you fascinated by sharks and want to meet them in a respectful way that is committed to their preservation? Look no further: this shark cage diving excursion in Dyer Island, organised by the Marine Dynamics team, is the experience for you! Marine Dynamics is a company committed not only to the conservation of South Africa's marine wildlife but also to eco-tourism. Each trip is an opportunity for its team of marine biologist guides to collect data that will be used for research to preserve the local ecosystem!

On this shark diving trip to Dyer Island, a renowned site for cage diving with sharks near Gansbaai, the boat will anchor in the shallows for 2 to 3 hours. During this time, the marine biologist guides on board will be on hand to pass on valuable information about these incredible animals, while collecting data as they begin to approach. As soon as they arrive, it is time for those who want to get in the cage!

Under the supervision of the guides who will help you enter the cage, you will go into the water equipped with your wetsuits (to keep your body warm in water that oscillates between 15 and 20°C during the austral winter, and 10 and 15°C during the austral summer) and diving masks. You won't need a snorkel, as the cage remains on the side of the boat at all times, without being fully submerged, so you can keep your head above water whenever you like - ideal if you can't swim either. You will then have the pleasure of observing Dyer Island's famous sharks in their natural environment: the copperhead shark (Bronze Whaler), the broadnose sevengill shark and, if you are lucky, the famous great white shark!

On this shark cage diving excursion near Gansbaai, no food is used to feed the animals, only a bait/lure to capture their attention as soon as they come around the boat. So you can admire them in complete safety, and get your adrenaline pumping while respecting their environment and helping them thanks to the research carried out by Marine Dynamics! So if you love these animals, don't hesitate to book this shark diving trip to Dyer Island from Kleinbaai, accompanied by committed professionals!

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Practical information

A 2 to 3-hour excursion (variable according to weather conditions, etc.). to go cage diving with the sharks on Dyer Island from Kleinbaai: you will be able to spot the copperhead shark (Bronze Whaler), the broadnose sevengill shark and, if you are lucky, the famous great white shark!

Course of events

- Welcome at the Great White House restaurant, where you will be served a continental breakfast or hot lunch when you check in

- Briefing on the activity and safety instructions

- Preparation of your equipment for the activity: you will each receive a bag containing a wetsuit, booties, a life jacket and a weather-proof jacket

- Boarding the boat

- Sailing to Dyer Island (approx. 20 minutes), during which you can observe other marine species (whales, dolphins, African penguins, etc.)

- Setting up your diving equipment

- Once the sharks are coming, you will be launched safely into the water with the help of the instructors in the cage installed on the side of the boat

- Underwater shark-watching session using your diving mask (time in the cage varies according to the number of participants, the time the sharks are present, etc.)

- While the other participants are in the cage, you will be able to observe the sharks from the boat, alongside a marine biologist to tell you all about these incredible animals

- Sailing back to Kleinbaai (approx. 20 minutes)

- Disembarkation, return of equipment and debriefing of the activity over a snack to end the activity

Activity requirements

Maximum weight: 330 lbs/150 kg

You don't need to be able to swim to take part in this activity.

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Special terms

This activity is open to wheelchair users: please contact the Marine Dynamics team once your booking has been confirmed so that they can make the necessary arrangements to welcome you.

Diving masks can be used over glasses, but it is recommended that you wear contact lenses if possible, or bring your own diving mask adapted to your eyesight.

Since wildlife is unpredictable, their presence is never guaranteed.

Time slots are given as an indication only: please allow a full day for the activity, as times can only be confirmed the day before and are not negotiable. You will be informed of the meeting time the day before.

Video is available at an additional fee of R200, to be paid onsite.

If required, the team can organise a transfer from Cape Town (R900 per person) or from Hermanus (R600 per person): please contact the Marine Dynamics team directly once your booking has been confirmed to arrange the transfer.

Meeting point:
Marine Dynamics · Shark Tours - 5 Geelbek St, Van Dyks Bay, Gansbaai, 7220, South Africa
Spoken languages:English, Afrikaans
Included
  • Marine biologist guide
  • Wetsuit
  • Booties
  • Diving mask
  • Life jacket
  • Light meal
  • Drinks
  • Soup and bread after your activity
Excluded
  • Video (R200)
  • Additional R100 conservation fee to be paid on the spot
  • Transfer
Do not forget to bring
  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Clothes adapted to the season

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Cuvelier J., France — 04/11/2023
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Very lucky to get the possibilities Of meeting sharks, we haven’t the big white sharks but we were with a lot of other big sharks around us and it’s was such exciting !

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