Shark Cage Diving Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Shark Diving Season in Port Elizabeth season April to September. Visiting out of season? Ask us about our half-day marine tour featuring a variety of whale species, dolphins, seals and more!

Great White Shark cage diving and viewing tours in Port Elizabeth take place in the Algoa Bay. This full-day marine tour costs R9520-00 per person international and for South Africans on special offer R6620-00. Remember, groups of 2 or more and children get discounts!

Shark Cage Diving in Port Elizabeth

Welcome to South Africa’s Algoa Bay, where a cage diving experience with great white sharks like no other awaits you.

Spend a full day on the sea, encountering a variety of marine animals. This trip is a thrill to the senses and appeals to nature lovers, shark enthusiasts, adventure travellers, photographers, and more. Join us for a tour that brings you up close and personal with great white sharks while introducing you to the beautiful biodiversity of Algoa Bay.

Port Elizabeth Shark Trip Fast Facts

$400 per person (Locals SA Concession Rate)
$575 per person (International Guests)
Viewing and Cage Diving with Great White Sharks
See the largest African Penguin colony in the world
Visit 250 000 Cape Gannets colony
Stop to observe sightings during Sardine Run season
Visit record breaking Alexandria Dune-field
Explore the Bird Island Group
80km Run across Algoa Bay
A chance to encounter Bottlenose Dolphins
Possible Migratory Humpback Whales sightings
Meet at 7am and return 5pm
Minimum Age 12, an exception can be requested
Group Discount from 10 persons
Includes all dive gear needed
No scuba qualification needed
Includes all dive gear needed
Non-cage divers are welcome at same cost
Launch from Port Elizabeth Harbour
Add accommodation options
Transport available at extra cost

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The Port Elizabeth Shark Cage Diving Adventure in Five Parts

Observing Whales in Deep Water

Start your journey by exploring the deep seas near Port Elizabeth, where migratory humpback whales frequently pass by the shore.

The Run of Sardines

After that, we travel 80 km across the mouth of the bay, pausing to see any Sardine Run activity we come across. A wide range of marine creatures is drawn to this natural occurrence.

Go to Bird Island Group

Discover the historically significant Bird Island Group, which is home to the world’s largest breeding colony of Cape Gannets, 250,000 of which are found there. The flat ground offers great views of the famous lighthouse, African penguins, and the gannet colony. Stag Island, Seal Island, and Black Rocks, home to 4,000 playful fur seals, make up the group.

Experience Diving in a Shark Cage

We provide our instructive Shark Cage Diving experience close to Bird Island. Following the opportunity to see Great White Sharks from the boat and underwater, guests will be able to have a packed lunch while admiring the stunning surroundings.

Observing Dolphins at Alexandria’s Dune Field

The Alexandria Dune-field, the longest moveable dune-field in the world, is where we end up. Against the breathtaking backdrop of immaculate dunes, we frequently witness Bottlenose Dolphins surfing the waves here. This offers a great photo opportunity. Finally, we travel to St. Croix Island, which is the location of the African Penguin breeding colony in Algoa Bay.

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GANSBAAI

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   Walid Riahi 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had an amazing and truly unforgettable experience! Everything was perfect, the transportation was punctual and very professional, safety was a top priority, and the staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. And the food was the cherry on top! I highly recommend this experience to everyone!
  
 
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   Xav VillaCan 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolutely incredible experience with SharkLady! 🦈 I went cage diving with them yesterday and had such an amazing time that I actually came back and did it again today. That says everything! The whole crew on the boat were fantastic. Super friendly, professional, energetic and genuinely excited about what they do. The management was also great and made the whole experience feel really well organised while still being fun and relaxed. Seeing the sharks up close was obviously the highlight, but honestly, the people made the experience even better. You can tell they really care about the animals, the experience and making sure everyone has an unforgettable day. If you’re thinking about doing cage diving, 100% go with SharkLady. I couldn’t recommend them more. I’m already looking forward to coming back again! 🦈🤙
  
 
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   Daniele Rainone 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Staff competente e gentilissimo, abbiamo avuto la fortuna di vedere tanti squali (soprattutto squali bronzo e una bellissima razza), anche se purtroppo non lo squalo bianco (sembra ormai molto raro in quelle acque). Un consiglio: in gabbia meglio se massimo in 4, in 5 adulti si sta un po' strettini
  
 
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   Dean Lochkovic 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an awesome time!  Lots of sharks and one giant stingray. Only downside is the Orkas have run off all the great white so just copper left   Still a bucket list checked!
  
 
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   Aaron Smith 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What an amazing day we drove 4.5 hours from cape town and back, just to see the white sharks and SHARK DIVERS  did not disappoint we saw 2 great whites and they were both beautiful in there habitat, the team were so helpful in organising it, all from diving to the pick up and travel esp last minute were another dive place let us down. Would highly recommend esp this time of year, thank you again SHARK DIVERS YOU MADE MY LIFE LONG DREAM COME TRUE
  
 
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   Alex Hoyt 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an incredible time on this tour. Janeen made it easy to book and was clearly communicating the plans for us. The skipper Ron and Alan the guide were nice, knowledgeable and made sure we were happy! We were able to see several sharks and get some good up close viewing. You could tell how much everyone cares about these creatures and their safety as well as ours. We loved our time with this group and plan on returning! Mossel Bay is also a very cute town with great food. Cannot recommend enough!
  
 
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   Anastasia Gougoustamos 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Even though we had a long wait and were resigning ourselves to not seeing sharks we got to see 3 different great white sharks! such a thrilling experience!
  
 
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   Zildomar Machado 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a memorable time during the tour!!  The staff, boat, experience in the cage and getting to see a great white shark was simply amazing!!💯👏🫶
  
 
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   Mildret Hlama 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My shark diving experience was absolutely unforgettable! From the moment we set out, the crew made us feel safe, comfortable, and excited for the adventure ahead. The professionalism and attention to detail were outstanding- everything from the safety briefing to the gear was handled with care. Once in the water, the thrill of seeing these magnificent creatures up close was beyond words. Watching sharks glide gracefully right past the cage was both exhilarating and humbling. It’s rare to feel such a powerful connection with nature, and this experience delivered that in the most breathtaking way. I truly appreciated the operator’s focus on conservation and respect for the sharks, which made the trip not only thrilling but also meaningful. This is an adventure I would recommend to anyone seeking a mix of adrenaline, awe and appreciation for marine life. Five stars all the way! I loved every minute of it 🌸.
  
 
  
  
 
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