Overview Of Our Shark Cage Diving Trip
The shark cage diving boat trip starts between 6h00 and 12h00 in the morning from Kleinbaai harbour, depending on the tides and the weather.
A trip normally takes between 3 -4 hours, depending on the shark activity.
PLEASE NOTE: Times may vary due to the tides and expected sea conditions.
The person making the booking will be notified either by text message to the mobile number or email address provided when making the booking, between 17:00 – 18:00 the day before your dive, about the time you must meet at our crew house.
After a continental breakfast (no greasy foods which will result in possible seasickness), payments can be made in either cash or VISA/MASTERCARD and indemnities signed.
We will give a full safety briefing on land during which you will be informed of the route, the boat, and the possible marine wildlife you might encounter during the trip.
After a 2 minute walk to the harbour, you will board our custom-built vessel, Apex Predator
We will then launch to Dyer Island, Joubert’s Dam or an anchor spot chosen at the discretion of the skipper based on current sightings and weather conditions.
The round boat trip to and from the harbour normally takes 3 to 4 hours, depending on the shark activity.
After dropping anchor, we begin attracting great whites with a specially – formulated ‘Chum’ mixture, made from completely legal ingredients, which has taken Brian McFarlane years to perfect and is a highly-guarded trade secret. Although the exceptional conditions the shark cage diving industry has experienced lately, our crew is known for their patience and skill to attract sharks!
MANDATE AGAINST THE USE OF SHARK PRODUCTS – Great White Shark Tours do not at any stage feed the sharks nor use any part of a shark product in their ‘secret chum mixture’ and have signed a mandate to this effect.
Once the great white sharks arrive, you will have the opportunity to photograph these apex predators in their natural environment searching for the food source on the surface, next to the boat. At this stage, you will enter into a shark cage – for most divers, it is a dream come true!
We recommend that you book well in advance and allow at least 2 days for diving in case of adverse weather conditions. Passengers are exposed to the open sea while travelling to and from the chosen anchor spots which might be the 2 islands, Dyer Ialsnd & Geyser Rock. Once at the island, the boat is anchored off the lee sides and protected bays.
Tourists are exposed to the open sea and we, therefore, provide jackets for protection against the elements while travelling.
The vinyl side curtains give additional protection from the wind and sea spray.
In Shark Alley, the boat will be anchored off the lee sides and protected bays.
Breakfast/lunch
Beverages
Additional information about our Shark Cage Diving Excursion:
We lower the floating cage into the water and secure it to the side of the boat. We then issue wetsuits and equipment to our guests. Our videographer and Marine Expert captures all the excitement on video once the diving and shark activity begins. The captain is authorized to make any changes to on board trip activities based on safety measures and shark activity.
Shark activity takes place on and just below sea level. No scuba gear or diving certification is required as the free-floating cage is attached to the side of the boat and guests use a simple breath-holding technique for effective underwater viewing as sharks pass the cage.
Kindly bring your own towel as we are deeply committed to all conservation efforts during the current water crisis and will have minimal towels available.
Video footage of your trip available for purchase.
Alternative meal options for passengers with specific dietary requirements, by prior arrangement only.
We generally have shark sightings through the year, however, please bear in mind that sightings of wild animals can never be guaranteed. In the unfortunate event that no sharks were sighted during your trip, we do not offer refunds but, we will provide you with a non-transferable voucher (valid for two years) allowing you to join us for another trip free of charge on a date of your choice (dependent on availability).
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