Shark cage diving has
a very good safety
record. It is conducted
by very professional
crews in well equipped
boats. There are
numerous operators. The
boats do not depart at
fixed times as the
operation is weather and
tide dependant. It is
advisable to prebook as
more often than not all
these operators run
full, especially in
season, which is
probably when you
want to come. The water
is cold but you are
given wet suits . It
will still be cold
especially when you get
out !! Take warm clothing
with you. It is not
necessary to be a diver
as all you use are goggles
and maybe a snorkel.
Some operators pick you
up from set points but with
most you make your own
way to the harbor. Costs
are approx. R1100 per
person on the boat
regardless of whether
you want to go in the
cage or not. The trip is
approx. 4 hours and you
are guaranteed sharks or
your money back / or
voucher for another
trip. The boats often
leave around 8am which
means an early start to
get there. They do chum
to bring the sharks to
the boat but as they
operate in the sharks
natural hunting ground
they do not attract
sharks away from their
turf. These sharks can
reach 6m in length and
have a top speed of
about 40 km per hour.
We can arrange the
dive on your behalf or
you can book yourselves.
We prefer arranging the
dive for guests as we
know the operators and
take the weather etc
into consideration. It
is also advisable to ask
about the sightings
on the days prior to
your trip etc. If the conditions
are rough you should
rearrange your schedule
or have a strong
constitution. We have
seen fantastic video
footage taken by guests
from the boat so please
don't feel as if you
have to go in the cage. Mossel
Bay - the information we
have is that sightings
are not guaranteed or
your money back. Several
guests have not seen
sharks and have been
offered vouchers valid
for one year made out in
their names. This is a
bit of a cop out as the
chances of them
returning do favor the
operator. Please inquire
before you pay.
