False Bay Afternoon Cape Town Shark Diving
Simons Town (45 min from Cape Town)
False Bay Great White Shark Cage Diving is a must if you are seeking the ultimate adrenaline rush!
Witness a Great White Shark surface with such force and explosive energy that it can propel itself clean out of the water. It's an absolutely spectacular sight that you will never forget!
Then take the plunge and sink below the water to view these amazing animals in their own natural environment. Watch them glide by the cage coming in so close that they are almost within arm's reach of the cage.
Seal Island is where all the Shark Cage Diving & Surface Viewing takes place and is well known around the globe for the many shark documentaries filmed here.
Don't forget to bring your camera as there is plenty of photo opportunities from above and below.
Trips are run 7 days a week and are strictly weather dependent and subject to availability. Make sure you book your trip well in advance to secure a place on the boat as spaces are extremely limited.
Afternoon Trips are run from March to mid September
Shark Sightings Update
Great White Shark sightings are unpredictable and cannot be guaranteed. We are currently seeing Copper Sharks (also known as Bronze Whaler Sharks), Cape Fur Seals and the occasional stingray.
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About the Trip:
You start the day by meeting at the Simon's Town Pier where you will be met by the crew.
Once on board you'll receive a boat safety briefing, a short introduction on the Great White Shark activity and what you can expect with regards to the Cage Dive.
The Cage Dive:
The crew will then anchor the boat, drop the cage into the water and start chumming to get the sharks closer to the boat. Guests will then be allowed in the cage if they wish (2 - 3 at a time) with each diver having approximately 20-30 minutes underwater with these magnificent creatures. This is dependent on shark activity.
Food and Drink:
A light lunch, snacks and cool drinks will be available on board the boat.
Return to Shore:
After approximately 3.5 - 4 hours spent out at sea, you will return to the pier in Simon's Town.
The Trip includes:
- Shark Cage Diving & Surface Viewing
- Drinks, Snacks and a light lunch are provided on the boat.
- All dive gear
- Return tranfer from central Cape Town
What To Bring with You:
- Hat, Sun block
- Swimsuit or Swimming Trunks for under wetsuits
- Warm jacket or jumper as it can sometimes get chilly on the boat
- Camera
- Towel
- Sea / Motion Sickness Tablets
Optional Extras:
- Drinks and Meals not specified.
Safety:
The safety of our customers on every Cage Diving Trip is of utmost importance to us.
The Operators we deal with have an unblemished Safety Record and carry out regular safety checks. Shark Cage Diving with Great Whites has become an important part of Eco-Tourism in South Africa so ensuring your safety also ensures the continued survival of the Great White Shark.
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Itinerary:
Note the times and schedules below are a mere guideline and may be subject to change due to sea / tidal and weather conditions.
Trips are also subject to a minimum number of clients booked on the day.
Afternoon Schedule: (available from Mar - Sept)
| Time | Details |
|---|---|
| 10.00 | Collection from an address in central Cape Town |
| 11.00 | Meet at Simon's Town Pier for Shark Cage Dive & Boat Briefing |
| 12.00 | Depart for Seal Island (20 - 25 min. boat ride to the site) |
| Shark Cage Dive & Surface Viewing (All gear included plus light lunch, drinks & snacks onboard.) | |
| 16.00 | Return to Simons Town Pier - transfer to a central address in Cape Town |
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