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.
“Good communication, good info. Well catered, safe. Sharks are bronze whalers, no great white as they are on the decline. Enjoyable tour.”
Full-day shark cage experience from Cape Town to Gansbaai, with marine-biology briefing, breakfast, gear, and a real chance to see great whites.
“Enjoyed my day from start to finish, I was well looked after by all the staff from first being picked up to the moment I was dropped off. The experience was also one I will never forget, thankyou.”
Face-to-face with bronze whaler sharks in Gansbaai, with Marine Dynamics’ responsible approach, sanctuary time, and a marine biologist briefing.
“I was an amazing experience loved its an adrenalined packed surreal cage dive loved it I would recommend marine dynamics love ya guys”
Half-day Great White cage time in Gansbaai: small group, gear and meals included, 20-minute in-water encounters, hot showers.
“Once in a lifetime experience! My youngest, who is 9, also loved the experience!!!”
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.
“Our group had a great time and service was professional, friendly and informative. Will definitely come again and bring others with! Thank you for an amazing experience.”
Small-group shark cage scuba off Cape Town at Seal Island in False Bay, with expert crew, top wildlife sightings, and cold-water tips.
“This excursion was breathtaking! So many sharks so close to you! And the quick stop by seal island was so cool! Also the seals swimming next to the sharks was an unexpected but awesome surprise. Highly recommend this trip.”
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.”
