Gansbaai Shark Cage Diving

This is a half day tour (4 hours).

Highlights

The acclaimed capital of the Great White Sharks, Gansbaai, a small fishing village in the Western Cape, gained international recognition in the 1990s as one of the top destinations for Great White Shark cage diving.

Located near Dyer Island and Geyser Rock, the area is part of the so-called “Shark Alley”, known for high marine biodiversity.

Once a traditional fishing area, Gansbaai has evolved into a global hub for marine eco-tourism and shark conservation.

Marine Biology & Shark Behaviour

• Learn about Great White Sharks and other shark species, their feeding patterns, migratory behaviour, and role in the oceanic food chain.

• Understand the importance of apex predators in maintaining marine ecosystem balance.

Conservation Awareness

• The experience emphasizes the protection of sharks, combating negative stereotypes, and the threats they face—like overfishing and finning.

• Many operators support or partner with marine research and conservation organisations, offering firsthand exposure to ongoing scientific efforts.

Ethical Eco-Tourism

• Tourists are educated on responsible cage diving practices that prioritize animal welfare and minimal ecological impact.

• Insight is given into how eco-tourism supports local economies while promoting marine conservation.

Oceanography & Local Ecology

• Learn about the marine ecosystems around Dyer Island, including seals, seabirds, and other marine life.

• Understand how ocean currents, water temperatures, and food availability affect shark movements.

• Visiting Gansbaai for shark cage diving offers thrilling adventure with deep educational value. Tourists gain an informed perspective on shark conservation, marine ecology, and ethical wildlife tourism - leaving with a greater appreciation for one of the ocean’s most misunderstood predators.