Shark Diving Cape Town, South Africa

Experience the thrill of shark cage diving Cape Town style, where adventure meets the ocean just a short drive from the city centre. Launching from the scenic Simon’s Town, this unforgettable marine encounter takes you into the heart of False Bay for a 3 to 4-hour sea adventure.

Come face-to-face with sleek and powerful bronze whaler sharks, and on rare occasions, witness the elusive great white shark in its natural environment. Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie or a curious nature lover, shark cage diving in Cape Town promises an up-close view of these magnificent creatures in one of the world’s most stunning coastal settings.

For an unforgettable underwater experience, consider booking a Cape Town shark diving excursion, and take advantage of your chance to see South African ocean wildlife. Your experience will begin when you depart from Simon’s Town and will give you the opportunity to view copper sharks and, sometimes, even great white sharks (depending on weather and seasonal shark or predator movement). While you are aboard, you will have the option of viewing these sharks while remaining on board or while in the safety of a shark cage.

The cost of shark diving in Cape Town is R3500.00 per guest, which includes all diving equipment and comprehensive explanations of the entire dive experience by the crew. If a guest would like an air hose in the shark cage for their own comfort, there will be an additional charge. All food, beverages, and soft drinks will be provided for guests before and after the tour trip.

Transportation to our shark diving in Cape Town is available at an additional cost, making it easier for all guests to participate. Regardless of whether you are a new diver looking for a fun and safe experience or if you just want to get close to a shark while on a boat, shark diving in Cape Town has something for everyone. This trip offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience that will create memories that last a lifetime.

Beginning between 07h00 and 09h00, your day of shark diving in Cape Town starts at the Dive Centre. Here you will be able to sign in, have complimentary hot coffee/tea, complete the necessary indemnities and then depart for the boat launch from Simons Town harbour. The boat launch is a short 5-minute walk from the Dive Centre. From there, it’s a 25-minute boat ride to the shark diving site.

Upon arriving at the shark diving site, the crew will begin to chum” the water to attract sharks into the immediate area. Once the sharks have arrived, the cage diving briefing will take place. In this briefing, guests will be informed of all safety procedures and the experience they will encounter while in the cage. After the briefing, the cage diving experience will begin. Time on sea is usually 4 hours, but this depends on the weather and shark activity. When the cage diving and viewing is complete, we’ll head back to the harbour and debrief with some hot beverages, and you’ll be able to take a hot shower to help warm you up from your ocean adventure. This organised, structured schedule will make your shark diving experience in Cape Town both fun and safe.

To help make your shark diving Cape Town experience as enjoyable as possible, proper preparation will be important. A guest should plan to bring a towel, swimwear, and a warm jacket for the potential cooler ocean temperatures that may develop from time spent in the water. Don’t forget your sunscreen!

It is highly recommended that you have a camera available to capture exciting moments when the sharks arrive at the boat and cage. The full dive gear for your shark diving Cape Town experience is included, but experienced divers who would like to use their own equipment may do so. It is also suggested that if you are susceptible to motion sickness, you take seasick tablets before your shark diving Cape Town tour to help keep you comfortable on the vessel.