Gansbaai Shark Cage Diving: Half-Day White Shark Encounter in South Africa
4.6
286 Ratings
Van Dyks Bay

In South Africa, we’re lucky enough to encounter the great white sharks… if you have the right location and timing. The distinctive and niche experience of Shark Cage Diving and viewing is not to be missed. The superior, personalized service and profound industry expertise make it a perfect pick for a mesmerizing, once-in-a-lifetime adventure!

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 16 Geelbek St - Enjoying their once in a lifetime experience!! experiencing the majestic Great White Shark in all its glory. This is where that box, which you have been meaning to tick for a long time, finally comes true!!
What's Included
  • Breakfast
  • Towels
  • Complimentary beverages
  • All diving gear included
  • Light refreshments on board
  • Light lunch post-trip
  • Hot showers upon return
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (Transfers available at additional cost. Must contact directly after booking)
  • DVD (available to purchase after excursion)
  • Souvenirs (available to purchase)
Additional Information
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum age is 6 years
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Location
16 Geelbek St
Geelbek Street
Meeting at 16 Geelbek street, van Dyksbaai, Gansbaai
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
4.6
(286 Ratings)
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G3225ucjessican
Sep 24, 2024
Sharks take your breath away - This was an incredible experience! Seeing the sharks in their own habitat was such a positive and breathtaking experience. The staff were all so helpful and knowledgeable! Also everything was set up for us for breakfast and a homemade lunch!
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Glene673
Sep 24, 2024
Can’t say enough about my experience with White Shark! - One of the best tours I have done! White Shark has this down to a science from pickup to return! They provided a warm greeting with breakfast, bathroom and shower facilities, towels on and off the boat. Full wet suits, hoods and boots. You have a short ride to the shark grounds and ample time in the cage. Staff is great and marine biologist has all the answers. We were able to see sharks, seals and a whale. Oh, water and snacks are also on the boat and when you return thre are free warm showers, and a lovely lunch while you watch your go pro edited movie of your day. If you’re on the fence, do it! It’s not scary and totally worth going. Paul and all his staff are top class!
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Mollyml5478qu
Sep 4, 2024
One in a life time experience - Honestly such an amazing experience, will definitely be going back again. The staff are lovely and welcoming and help whenever they can, the best shark cage diving experience would 100% recommend.
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776shibar
Sep 3, 2024
Volunteer for White Shark Projects - I had an amazing time volunteering for white shark projects, it was definitely a trip of a lifetime! I met some amazing people a long the way and gained so much more knowledge and experience 🦈.
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Daytrip46638056144
Sep 3, 2024
Volunteer work - I recently volunteered at the white shark projects, it was an amazing experience that I will not forget and has improved my knowledge of shark and marine conservation. The team was fantastic to work with and so friendly.
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Priiiii18
Aug 27, 2024
Volunteering - Great White Sharks - Volunteering with White Sharks Project in Gansbaai was an incredible experience that I highly recommend. The team—Lee, Hannah, Marius, and Thondo—were exceptional in their roles, providing insightful and engaging guidance throughout our time there.
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Nicola
Aug 27, 2024
Once in a lifetime experience - I volunteered for 'White Shark Projects' for three weeks. It was undoubtedly the most incredible experience of my life! The boat trips allowed us to see numerous sharks, seals, birds, and even some whales! The crew is made up of amazing people, always helpful and kind. If you want to have a cage diving experience, learn a lot about the importance of sharks and the risks they are facing, spend a wonderful day, and enjoy great food for lunch, White Shark Projects is exactly what you're looking for!
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Quest39792759299
Aug 4, 2024
Amazing experience - One of the best experiences of my life! Even though the weather wasn't great, being just under the shark was amazing. I didn't feel any danger at all. The only thing I'd recommend is getting medication for sea sickness. Otherwise, it was an experience worth having. The staff were friendly and explained everything thoroughly.
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H5514lrgregr
Aug 2, 2024
So much fun! - So much fun! What an experience it was being so close to such a powerful predator. The crew was great, they answered all of our questions and made the whole process easy. I would recommend this to anyone!
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Genie
Sep 12, 2024
Beautiful bronzies - Got there bright and early, saw lots of sharks, and are very happy! The staff were all kind and reassuring and it was nice to be able to ask questions to a marine biologist. Sharks come right up to the cage and even though it was murky you could still see them fairly well. I also really appreciated that you could stay in the cage as long as you like! This is a 4 for me only because the cage, like the boat, rocks a lot so a lot of us got seasick (this is of course not controlled by the company but it was the reason I wasn’t able to see the sharks as long as I wanted). And of course there were no great whites.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).