4 hour(s)
English
Included
Explore South Africa’s stunning coastline and bays on a thrilling full-day adventure
Get up close with great white sharks through an exciting cage diving experience
Learn about shark behavior and conservation from qualified guides
Enjoy a day full of adrenaline, wildlife, and unforgettable memories
€ 281.8
€ 259.26
Free cancellation and unlimited rescheduling leads to total flexibility while you plan your travels
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Embark on an unforgettable adventure exploring the stunning coastline and bays of South Africa, where natural beauty meets exhilarating thrills. This full-day experience is designed for those seeking excitement, offering an up-close encounter with one of the ocean’s most formidable predators. From the moment you set out, you’ll be immersed in a breathtaking environment, surrounded by dramatic seascapes and the rugged coastline that makes this region so remarkable.
The highlight of the day is the great white shark experience, where you will have the opportunity to witness these incredible creatures breaching the water and even participate in cage diving for a truly adrenaline-filled adventure. Guided by qualified and experienced instructors, you will gain fascinating insights into shark behavior, biology, and conservation efforts. This activity combines excitement, education, and unforgettable memories, making it a must-do for thrill-seekers and wildlife enthusiasts alike.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop off
Professional tour guide with Local driver
Use of SCUBA equipment
Light refreshments
Bottled water
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Swimsuit and towel
Sunscreen and hat
Public transportation nearby
Wheelchair accessible
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Confirmation is received within two days of booking
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I came for a shark cage dive on the 21st September and I had an absolutely amazing time. We saw lots of bronze whaler sharks and seals. There were also cool birds like cormorants and turns. You can also get a really good view of the sharks by going up to the top deck of the boat. There was food, teas and coffees available before the trip and then more hot food (soup, mac n cheese, toasties) after the trip! All the crew were really lovely and I felt well looked after, I didn't have to worry about anything because they took care of everything. Hannah, the marine biologist on board, was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions! I would definitely recommend this company if you're thinking about shark cage diving in South Africa, it's a once in a lifetime opportunity!
Volunteering with White Shark Projects has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. I spent 2 weeks with them in 2024 and returned for 6 weeks in 2025 and I’m already planning my next visit. The entire shark team is incredibly knowledgeable, approachable, and always willing to help. Their guidance has taught me a wide range of skills, particularly around boat protocols during shark diving trips. Working closely with marine biologist Hannah has significantly improved my understanding of marine biology and conservation. Beyond the shark work, the volunteering program offers a variety of activities from community initiatives like the swop shop and visits to BARC (the local animal shelter), to snorkelling adventures and trips to Betty’s Bay to see African penguins. I also used data that was collected by white shark projects for my masters degree, they fully supported me over the last 2 years with it and I’m very thankful for that. They have had a difficult time recently with minimal shark sightings due to ecological circumstances that are out of their control, but have handled it brilliantly. I highly recommend a visit to anyone that is interested in marine biology, conservation or just want a new adventure/challenge.
My partner and I volunteered with White Shark Projects for three months as part of our placement year of university. As students in marine biology and zoology, it was incredibly important that we volunteered somewhere where we could gain valuable real-world experience and contribute to research! It is clear that everyone working at White Shark Projects has a real passion for shark conservation, and it is lovely to see them interact with and inspire guests! Every single staff member made us feel so welcome and cared for, and we felt very emotional when it came time to leave. It was my birthday within the first week of us being there, and despite barely knowing me, they bought me cake and some chocolates and even decorated the local pub (where you will go for quiz nights)! The shark diving was unreal, despite the dwindling white shark population (I suggest you do some research on white sharks in Gansbaai before coming!), the bronze whalers and sevengill sharks were incredible to see up close! Chatting with guests and teaching them about sharks and why they are so important for our ecosystems was lovely, and hopefully helped change people's perceptions of sharks! Aside from shark diving, there was so much we got involved in. Beach clean-ups, swop shop, volunteering at BARC, trips to local attractions such as the Klipgat caves at De Kelders, surrounding areas like Hermanus and Cape Town, angling and snorkelling trips! We learnt to catch, handle, measure and tag small endemic shark species as part of the ORI Tagging Project - this was such an amazing experience and by far our favourite of the activities! We regularly had lectures from Hannah (the marine biologist at White Shark Projects), which really helped solidify our knowledge of the area and the history of sharks in South Africa. Overall, shark conservation is so vital, especially in South Africa at the moment. Working with White Shark Projects was an experience I'll never forget, and the skills I gained will stay with me throughout my lifetime. We hope to return someday! Everyone at WSP made our experience so fulfilling and wonderful, truly an inspiring bunch of people!
Amazing tour that I got to do multiple times as a volounteer with WSP. It was always informative and the staff is knowledable and welcoming. The dive site is so beautiful and on-board everything is provided to ensure absolute comfort: water, snacks, towels, blankets. Also, at the lodge, where the tour starts, there is always food and also changing rooms and showers. If someone forgot a jacket they have those as well. At the end you can look at (and purchase if you want) a video of the trip and they always look so cool and fun; it's such a lovely memory of the trip to have. Sharks sometimes come super close and it is so thrilling to be so close to these animals. Sometimes at the site there are also rays and seals!!
Volunteered here for 5 weeks and cannot recommend it enough. Had the most amazing time and could not have had a more welcoming and friendly atmosphere than what the staff created. We loved the swop shop, caves, sea days and the lectures from the project. We also got engaged and the staff threw us a South African braai to celebrate. The most magical experience, we loved it!!
