Cape Winelands Tours & Activities 
White Shark Cage Diving
Tour details
Please note that if you require a transfer from Cape Town it is at an additional cost of R250 per person
Remember, we are dealing with wild animals, so sightings cannot be guaranteed. Refunds are therefore not considered in the event of non-sightings, however, a second tour is offered free of charge. Due to variable weather conditions and shark activity, diving may not always be possible and is therefore not guaranteed.
The boat tour we offer consists of approx four hours at sea. Time-related itineraries and collection times are dependent on tides, weather conditions and the amount of tours scheduled for a particular day. Exact collection times are therefore only available after 16:00 the day prior to the tour, and may vary between 4.30am and 11.30am daily. If our vessel is out of the water for a certain period (for maintenance or any other reason), we will continue to run our tours by chartering another vessel (also adequately registered for shark cage diving).
White Shark Cage Diving
The great white shark is the focus of White Shark Projects a world-leading organisation in its field. We are involved in film, conservation, education, diving and viewing these great creature of the ocean.
We offer:
- Great white shark cage diving and viewing.
- A student education programme, White Shark expeditions, specialised shark discovery trips, school lectures, international lecture tours, an international membership/adoption programme and, in conjunction with local schools, we run community up-liftment and development programmes.
- A film department with an extensive film library: White Shark Projects has featured in, and been involved in, the production of over 60 white shark documentaries.
- Transport to and from 'White Shark Lodge' where we serve breakfast to all our clients. Guests are welcome to take advantage of our overnight packages.
Our continental breakfast consists of yoghurt, cereals, toast and cold meats, tea and coffee.
- Day at sea and a lecture on board
The skipper of the day gives a short lecture on shark anatomy and behaviour. He explains how we work with the sharks in the area. We spend 4 to 6 hours at sea, depending on the frequency of shark visits to the boat.
- Diving and viewing
Our cage takes two to three people at a time. Each person spends approximately 20 minutes in the cage. All scuba equipment, including 7mm wetsuits, is provided - you don't need a scuba licence to cage dive.
- Lunch on board
Our lunch boxes are packed with bread rolls (with a variety of fillings), sweets, crisps and assorted juices and soft drinks.
- Afternoon tea
Upon our return to the harbour, you are invited to tea, coffee, biscuits or scones at our Lodge.
- Return drive
You are driven back to where you were collected.
Participant guidelines
- Suntan lotion, a cap and sunglasses
- Sea-sickness tablets (taken two hours before launch)
- A warm jacket
- A swimming costume and towel
Other disclosures
Our Boat and Crew
Shark Team is an 11-metre, four tonne catamaran with all the latest electronic and safety equipment. The boat was custom-built for shark diving, so there is plenty of space for everyone to view the sharks in comfort.
Our crew consists of experienced Skippers, a qualified Paramedic, a Dive Master and friendly, helpful staff. They operate with the benefit of 15 years' experience in Great White Shark research, conservation and eco-tourism, behind them.
