SOUTH AFRICA
South Africa's standouts.
A shortlist of the 10 scuba diving most worth booking in South Africa, with what each one is like on the day, who runs it, and what it costs.
Shark cage encounter off Gansbaai: pro crew, 7mm wetsuits, meals included, and a 20-minute Great White close-up with other species.
“We had great experience. White Shark Diving Company provided a great tour. They are very organised and served great food pre & post tour. The diving experience was fantastic.”
Full-day shark cage experience from Cape Town to Gansbaai, with marine-biology briefing, breakfast, gear, and a real chance to see great whites.
“The clear view of the sharks, the fun ride out to the cage and the kind professional crew. We were well informed and kept warm after being in the cage.”
Face-to-face with bronze whaler sharks in Gansbaai, with Marine Dynamics’ responsible approach, sanctuary time, and a marine biologist briefing.
“It was an amazing experience! All the crew and instructor were great and pleasant!”
Half-day Great White cage time in Gansbaai: small group, gear and meals included, 20-minute in-water encounters, hot showers.
“This was horrible- long and far from Cape Town, poor communication, and no one told us that the Great White are no longer coming around the waters they cruise. They did not even put the cage in the water and only 2 sharks came and went. NOT worth the money or the time. The only…”
Watch great white sharks from a purpose-built catamaran, then spend unlimited time in a floating cage with no chumming.
“A lot of sharks were close to the boat. Good helpful staff. We had luck with weather. Sea was calm..”
Cage shark encounter in Gansbaai: see great whites in an 8-person cage, with breakfast, lunch, snacks, and conservation talk.
“This is a great company doing important work. Their staff were professional and informative. Unfortunately, the day we went, visibility underwater was poor, there were maybe 7ft swells (lots of seasickness, I took Dramamine and was still queRead more”
Small-group shark cage scuba off Cape Town at Seal Island in False Bay, with expert crew, top wildlife sightings, and cold-water tips.
“Knowledgeable crew and great experience. We saw lots of sharks and seals. I’d strongly recommend taking sea sickness pills , most of the guests did but at least half of us still got sea sick.”
Cape Town shark cage session with small groups, safety briefing on White Pointer II, seals, and the chance to see multiple shark species.
“Wow what an amazing experience. We saw lots of sharks as well as a visit to see the seals. The crew were amazing, very knowledgable, helpful and welcoming. Special shout out for Brandon. Would definitely recommend 🦈”
Shark Alley cage encounter from Hermanus with transport, marine biologist, breakfast, gear, and an African penguin sanctuary visit.
“Nice boat, nice crew, no sharks :((( They were organized and made you feel safe. Breakfast was included.”
Watch great white sharks from a boat deck in Gansbaai with meals included and a dry, small-group viewing option.
“Una experiencia muy disfrutable, personal muy atento.”
