Set off on a half-day shark tour to either Seal Island or Cape Point, each with different opportunities and visibility. Keep your eyes peeled for shark species including seven-gill cow sharks, mako sharks, blue sharks, and great white sharks.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 4 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Afrikaans
- Booklets
- English
Experience
Highlights
- Get up close with the ocean’s apex predator on this signature Cape Town experience
- Look for blue sharks, mako sharks, seven gill sharks, and, of course, the notorious great white shark at Seal Island or Cape Point
- Enjoy a safe experience with first-aid trained staff on a purpose-built boat
Full description
This half-day tour, just outside Cape Town, allows you to see a variety of shark species throughout the year according to the seasons, weather, water temperature, and other factors.
Venture to Seal Island or Cape Point to see seven-gill cow sharks, mako sharks, blue sharks, and great white sharks. The location for the day will be determined by the best shark activity and sea conditions and will be confirmed with you the day before your trip.
A small group of guests onboard allows for better viewing opportunities and a longer cage dive. The cage accommodates four guests comfortably and is fixed to the boat just above the surface of the water.
Includes
- Dive gear including mask, snorkel, weight belt, and wet-suit (5 mm)
- Light breakfast, coffee/tea, light meal aboard, snacks and refreshments
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cape Town (if option selected)
- Educational booklet
- Gratuities
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Participants
Date
Prepare for the activity
Meeting point
Meet at shop 4 and 5 inside boardwalk center.
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Comfortable clothes
Know before you go
- This tour is weather dependent and will only be confirmed the day before your booking
- Exact meeting/pickup times will be confirmed the afternoon prior to the trip
- An official, licensed shark cage diving operator with crew certified specifically for this industry will be present
- No diving experience required
- Sightings are not guaranteed
