Scuba Diving Gansbaai

Embark on an exhilarating Shark Cage Diving adventure departing from Kleinbaai harbour in the picturesque fishing town of Gansbaai. Situated approximately 160 km from Cape Town, the journey by road takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.

While Gansbaai was once renowned as the White Shark Capital of the World, our trips primarily showcase the impressive Bronze Whaler Shark, also recognized as the Copper Shark (Carcharhinus brachyurus). Although White Sharks are not uncommon, Gansbaai remains one of the premier global destinations to witness these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.

Please bear in mind that our operational timings are subject to tides, weather conditions, and sea factors, thus scheduling arrangements may be subject to change.

Due to variable weather conditions and shark activity, diving may not always be possible and is therefore not guaranteed.
The boat tour we offer consists of approximately 2-2:30 hours at sea. Time related itineraries and collection times are dependent on tides, weather conditions and the number of scheduled tours for a particular day. Exact collection times are therefore only available after 16h00 the day before.

Meet the team for a light breakfast and your introductory briefing at the Cape Shark Adventures Crew House. Bottled water will be available on our boat, Barracuda. Wet suits, booties and diving masks are provided for the cage dive. Upon your return a hot shower and a light meal will be available.

You DO NOT need to be a qualified diver to enter the cage as we use a simple breath-hold technique whilst in the cage. Children as young as 12 years old are allowed to get into the cage.

Cape Shark Adventures is committed to showing you sharks in the most environmentally friendly way possible.

In the unlikely event that we don’t find sharks we will offer you a free trip on an alternate day.

Location - No 1 Swart street, Kleinbaai, Gansbaai. (The area is also known as Van Dyks baai).
The time slot selected is a nominal time, please contact Cape Shark Adventures for the exact time as it will change according to tide and sea conditions.

When - We operate throughout the year except bad weather days. We work with the tides of the ocean and the weather so operational times will change accordingly. We confirm departure times the day before we go to sea.
We are closed on Christmas Day.

Weather - Our excursions are completely dependent on sea conditions.
It is essential to make contact 24 hours before your trip so that times can be confirmed.

Wear - It can be cold at sea, so some warm outer wear is recommended. It is best to layer clothes so
that one can change according to the weather. Bring your bathing costume if you are going to
dive. Wear light comfortable foot wear (sneakers or action foot wear)

Bring - Sun cream/block, Sunglasses, Bathing Costume, Anti Sea Sick pills (if this is an issue), Own Towel

Members of the family or group that prefer not to go on the excursion are welcome to use our
facilities at our dive base. There are grassy sea sides nearby where children can play,
as well as nearby coffee shops and restaurants.