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Viator · group up to 10 pax

Shark Cage Diving with transport from Cape Town

4.7(33)Cape Town1 hour
VIATOR3.0(4)TRIPADVISOR4.9(29)

Description

Get an adrenaline rush with a classic Cape Town experience: cage diving with sharks, including the iconic great white. After hotel pickup, travel to Gansbaai for breakfast and wetsuit fitting. The captain will anchor near Dyer Island to maximize shark sightings from the safety of the cage. Meanwhile, the onboard marine biologist will explain the animals' behavior.

Tour Options

Shark Cage Diving with transport from Cape Town
  • Pickup included

Highlights

All diving gear and towels supplied
Light refreshments
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Breakfast

What's included

Included
All diving gear and towels supplied
Light refreshments
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Breakfast
Not included
Gratuities

Pickup Locations & Times

Pick-up is available from hotels, guesthouses, backpackers, vacation rentals, AirBnB's and any other locations within Cape Town's city center. Please specify your exact pick-up address so we can confirm if it's possible. Note that the selected time is just an estimate for when the shark cage diving boat will launch. Pick-up will be earlier to allow travel time from Cape Town to the pre-trip briefing at the Great White House in Gansbaai. Exact times can only be confirmed the day before after checking weather and tides. Please plan to set aside a full day for this activity.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Shark Diving Boat can accommadate a maximum of 40 travelers

Reviews(33)

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Megan_W
June 20, 2026
Amazing

The dive company was great! Paul the driver was superb as well. Both knew so much about the area and the marine like. 10/10 would recommend

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Wanderer28670539287
June 18, 2026
Was very exciting

This was such an exciting experience for myself and my kids we enjoyed every bit an Paul was so kind and very helpful i would recommend shark Cage.. that is your go to🤗

Operator response

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re so happy to hear that you and your kids had such an exciting experience and enjoyed every moment. It truly means a lot to us that you felt well taken care of. Shark cage diving is definitely an unforgettable adventure, and we’re glad it was such a highlight for you! We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you and your family again for another amazing experience. Warm regards, Paul Polano Tours

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Coastal17098573735
May 23, 2026
excellent job

ExcellentservicefromPaul Polano tours ! The teamwas professional reliable,and made the journey enjoyablefrom the moment we were picked up . Our guide was super friendly and shared internetingredients information along the way , which made the experience wonderful woulddefinitelyuse Paul Polano tours again on my next trip to cape town.

Operator response

Thank you for being part of our tour experience! And to hear that our guide helped make your experience special .We loved having you with us and look forward to welcoming you back whenever you return.

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Nomad15885621557
March 29, 2026
Most amazing experience ever

Shark diving in Cape Town offers an exhilarating experience, showcasing the majestic great. Experience Breathtaking Views: Most trips begin with a scenic boat ride from the harbor, offering stunning views of the coastline and Table Mountain. Cage Diving: we had the opportunity to dive into a cage submerged in the ocean, allowing you to see sharks up close in their natural habitat. Professional guides ensure safety and provide insights about the sharks and marine environment. Atmosphere Excitement and Anticipation:The atmosphere was often filled with excitement as participants gear up and wait for the first sighting. Marine Life: Beyond sharks, you might also see seals, and various fish species, enriching the overall experience. Educational Component: Many operators incorporate educational talks about shark conservation and the ecosystem. Durations Typically, the entire experience lasts about 6 hours, including travel time to the dive site. -Time in the Water:Actual cage diving usually lasts around 2 hours per group, depending on conditions and the number of participants.

Operator response

It's great to hear you enjoyed the tour highlights and scenery .Thank you for joining us! we'll be sure to keep delivering the best.

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Excursion21007941328
February 8, 2026
My experience was wonderful I really enjoyed to see the shark for my first time .

Had wonderful experience, it was beautiful discover for me and my friend to see the shark cage we really enjoyed the experience I recommend others to experiment this as well 😀 to see the shark 🦈 for real and enjoy it with your family and friends.

Operator response

Thank you for your feedback! It means a lot to us, and We're happy you enjoyed your day .

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Pioneer40632504547
January 8, 2026
Best service wonderful experience

Great experince with Paul Polano tours thanks for your service I I really enjoyed sharks diving wonderful experience best in Cape Town I can recommend this company

Operator response

Thanks for the great feedback.

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ericam519
December 15, 2025
Exceptional experience, exceeded all expectations. Incredible day.

The morning started right on time and Paul picked me up at the hotel. He provided outstanding commentary and historical facts throughout our entire adventure. He knew about places and people and history and economics and wildlife as well as fun facts. We stopped at Hermanus, South Africa…. A charming little community about halfway to Gansbaii. Then on to the Marine Dynamics research center to get our safety briefing, pick up our gear, and then walking down to the harbor to get on our boat. On our journey to the dive site we were treated to the rare sight of two highly endangered African penguins showcasing their impressive diving abilities. Upon arrival we suited up in 5mil wetsuits and were immediately surrounded by sharks. We were also greeted by a massive female short-tail stingray. The activity was phenomenal with more than 20 different individuals coming in close to the cage. A Cape fur seal also made an appearance, adding to the excitement. While hugging the beautiful coastline back to the harbor we spotted two humpback dolphins and shortly after encountered a cruising baby hammerhead shark, making this unforgettable day even more special. Also stopped at the African Penguin sanctuary and rehab rehabilitation center. This is where rescued penguins that have been attacked by seals or sharks come for treatment and rehab rehabilitation or to live out their lives if they can’t be returned to the wild. They said it can take 9 to 12 months for a bite to heal from the inside out enough for the penguins to be able to return to the sea. They are doing amazing work! My meal reward on the way back to Cape Town (2.5 hr drive). Paul stopped at a roadside market and recommended the Springbok pie….. it was delicious as was the local apple juice from an orchard a couple miles away! Had lots of time on the way back for more casual conversation, and Paul was wonderful answering all of my questions. I could more highly recommend anyone. Thank you Paul!!

Operator response

Thanks for the great feedback.

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Donna_S
November 25, 2025
We had a tour with Paul...

We had a tour with Paul Polano tours. BE AWARE we paid extra to have fewer people on the boat (no more than 10 people including us two) to find out that we wasted our money because there was 40 people on the boat. When we asked for a refund for the extra money paid ($150.00 canadian) we only received $50.00 canadian.

Operator response

Thank you for the feedback, we're always working to do better.

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Celtic3401
September 4, 2025
Needs Some Finessing

Too many last minute time changes. When booked I selected 7:00am pick up, day before I was notified changed to 6:00, then sometime after that changed to 7:30 but didn’t check email until 6:00am Then spent 4 hours driving around being taken to winery, view point and penguin sanctuary. Would have preferred being picked up later and going directly to dive shop Dive went fine, had 9 bronze whalers. Then crew struggled to get cage back on the boat which was a little surprising. Before they could get it back on a cable broke, which is not their fault. We spent the next 20 minutes waiting for them to repair then get cage back on the boat Once back at the dive shop there was no organization for 2 showers for 12 people and only available toilet was with one shower. Problem being that 6 young men took their sweet time showering while the rest of us stood around shivering I would suggest either doing a random lottery for order, setting a time limit with an alarm if first come first serve, or designating a female and a male shower

Operator response

Thank you for the feedback, we'll use it to improve our service.

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praveenr986
September 2, 2025
A well organized trip by Paul.

Well organized trip, a must for people who are interested in seeing brown sharks. Paul was an amazing tour guide who picked me up early in the morning at 5:30 am so we could start the trip and avoid the traffic. On the way we stopped at Hermanus to catch a glimpse of an amazing sunrise. On the boat tour, we had our Marine Biologist Amy Webber from Marine Dynamics who was very knowledgeable in marine species and efforts to preserve Marine life. We saw brown sharks (not white sharks that you see in Jaws). We also unexpectedly saw a whale. Our captain stopped the boat once we noticed a whale so we could see her take a dive.

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Operator response

Thank you for the positive feedback.

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