Shark Cage Diving

Are you ready for an exhilarating, educational and unforgettable experience in Cape Town? Look no further than our half-day shark tour, where you’ll get the chance to see a variety of large, powerful shark species throughout the year. This adventure is not just about the thrill, but also about understanding these amazing creatures better.

Experience the thrill of being up close to bronze whaler sharks, which can grow up to 3.5 meters, or the seven-gill shark. These predators are sure to give you a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you will never forget. And it’s not just us raving about it – our guests have been leaving outstanding feedback on Google and TripAdvisor.

But our tours offer more than just shark viewing. We adopt an eco-system style of operating our trips, so it’s like going on a safari game drive at sea. You might spot whales, dolphins, and countless species of sea birds on this adventurous expedition. Plus, our departure point, Simon’s Town, is conveniently located just 45 minutes from Cape Town city center, and just a stone’s throw away from the Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Beach Penguin Colony.

Operating as an officially licensed Shark Cage diving Operator, our qualified crew ensures your safety and satisfaction. We offer half-day trips with a small group size of only 12 guests to ensure a personalized experience. Large groups are also welcome on our newest vessel, Ceto, which offers spacious viewing decks for unobstructed sightings of sharks, whales, and dolphins.

Our trips include dive gear, a light meal, snacks, and refreshments on board. While sightings are not guaranteed since we are dealing with wildlife, the opportunity to see these magnificent creatures up close is truly unmatched. So, come and join us for an adventure of a lifetime, and experience the magic of the ocean like never before.

Please note: To ensure the best possible experience, we recommend booking a day during the first part of your stay. This allows for rescheduling in case weather conditions prevent us from going to sea. Always remember that sharks are wild animals and sightings and behavior cannot be guaranteed. Safety is our top priority, and we are committed to providing an ethical, educational encounter with these amazing creatures.

So, are you ready to dive into an unforgettable marine adventure? We sure hope so!

What’s included?

Tea/coffee/biscuits/rusks on arrival. Dive gear including mask, snorkel, weight belt 5 mm wetsuit – we have wetsuits to fit all sizes Light meal, snacks, and refreshments on board A passionate and knowledgeable crew

What’s not included?

Transfers.

What to bring?

Dress in layers, light weather jacket in summer and warm weather jacket, beanie, scarf in winter, closed, non-slip shoes, hat/cap, polarized sunglasses, towel, bathing costume (worn under clothes), sun block & camera. If you are prone to motion sickness, or not used to being anchored at sea, we recommend Sturgeron or Dramamine tablets. Take one the night before your trip and another one and a half hour before we are scheduled to meet. For your own enjoyment of the trip, we recommend that you do not overindulge in alcohol the night before as this may result in you being very seasick the next day.

What to wear?

Warm clothing in winter: May to September – Closed non-slip shoes, long pants, waterproof jacket and cap/ beanie, scarf. In summer: October – April – a light wind breaker, cap/hat . All year round – bathing suit. Bathing suit (donned under your clothing to facilitate changing into your wetsuit aboard)

Duration

210mins

Where?

Guests meet at Apex Shark Expeditions Centre at Simon’s Town Boardwalk Centre, Corner of Wharf and Main (St. Georges) street, Simon’s Town for registration. Our vessels depart and return to Simon’s Town Pier.