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10 Best Scuba Diving In 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.

10 Best Scuba Diving In South Africa

From Hermanus or Cape Town: Shark Cage Diving Experience

From Hermanus or Cape Town: Shark Cage Diving Experience - Breakfast at the Lodge and the safety-first shark briefing

1.From Hermanus or Cape Town: Shark Cage Diving Experience

Most Popular★ 4.7

Shark cage encounter off Gansbaai: pro crew, 7mm wetsuits, meals included, and a 20-minute Great White close-up with other species.

“I went alone but had a great time! The whole activity was very well organised (from the hotel pick up, meals, organisation on the boat…). Under water, I saw around 7 different bronze whaler sharks and even a seal! The whole team was friendly and professional and made us all feel welcome (and what a…”

684 reviews4.5 - 10 hoursFrom $137by White shark projects PTY Limited

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Shark Cage Diving and Viewing with transport from Cape Town

Shark Cage Diving and Viewing with transport from Cape Town - The boat ride out to Dyer Island and how the cage is set up

2.Shark Cage Diving and Viewing with transport from Cape Town

★ 4.5

Full-day shark cage experience from Cape Town to Gansbaai, with marine-biology briefing, breakfast, gear, and a real chance to see great whites.

“Been a life long dream to cage dive, everything was arranged excellently. I’ve watched every shark documentary ever made to be in kleinbaai was an experience I will never forget. The team were brilliant”

576 reviewsFrom $251.05by Marine Dynamics Shark Tours

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Cape Town: Gansbaai Eco-Friendly Shark Cage Diving Cruise

Cape Town: Gansbaai Eco-Friendly Shark Cage Diving Cruise - The Great White House: breakfast, safety talk, and meeting the team

Half-Day White Shark Cage Diving from Gansbaai

Half-Day White Shark Cage Diving from Gansbaai - What the morning includes before you hit the water

Shark Cage Diving – Adventure Meets Conservation!

Shark Cage Diving - Adventure Meets Conservation! - The floating cage routine: how the turns actually feel

6.Shark Cage Diving – Adventure Meets Conservation!

★ 5.0

Cage shark encounter in Gansbaai: see great whites in an 8-person cage, with breakfast, lunch, snacks, and conservation talk.

“Our guides and the captain were great. They always told us when there was a lot of activity so that we could dive down in time to see the sharks. They taught us so much about sharks and sea life. We saw a TON of sharks. They provided breakfast, lunch, and snacks.”

196 reviewsFrom $143.78by White Shark Diving Company

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CapeTown: Shark Cage Diving Experience with Scuba

CapeTown: Shark Cage Diving Experience with Scuba - What You’ll Actually See Underwater (and Why It Can Vary)

7.CapeTown: Shark Cage Diving Experience with Scuba

★ 4.5

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.”

146 reviewsFrom $218.26by African Shark Eco-Charters

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Shark Cage Diving Cape Town

Shark Cage Diving Cape Town - The cage experience: what small groups change about your view

8.Shark Cage Diving Cape Town

★ 4.5

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 🦈”

114 reviewsFrom $229.77by Apex Shark Expeditions

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Shark Cage Diving and Viewing with transport from Hermanus

Shark Cage Diving and Viewing with transport from Hermanus - Shark Alley and the cage session: what you’re likely to see and how it plays out

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