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Highlights
- Experience an exhilarating encounter with Great White Sharks in their natural Gansbaai habitat under the guidance of experts for safety and excitement.
- Start your journey from Cape Town with a hotel pickup, traveling comfortably in a shared air-conditioned vehicle where bottled water is provided on board.
- Your package includes shark cage diving and visiting Stony Point Penguin Colony, covering all entrance fees for both activities.
- A light breakfast precedes the dive while lunch follows; enjoy insights throughout from an experienced guide during your journey.
- The R44 coastal route offers scenic drives with photo stops that enhance the beauty of your adventure-filled day.
- All necessary diving gear and equipment are included, allowing you to focus on enjoying the experience without additional rental concerns.
- Stony Point Penguin Colony is one of only a few mainland colonies in Africa where African Penguins can be observed up close.
Your Experience
Start an memorable journey to Gansbaai for thrilling encounters with Great White Sharks and the charming Stony Point Penguin Colony, complete with round-trip transfers from Cape Town.
Getting started
Your adventure begins at your hotel in Cape Town where you'll meet your experienced driver. Travel comfortably in a shared, air-conditioned vehicle along the picturesque R44 coastal route, enjoying photo opportunities and complimentary bottled water on board. Upon reaching Gansbaai, check-in for your shark cage diving experience and enjoy a light breakfast before receiving your briefing.
Shark Cage Diving
Gansbaai is celebrated as one of the premier locations globally to encounter Great White Sharks up close in their natural habitat. During this segment:
- You'll receive complete safety instructions and all necessary diving gear before boarding the boat.
- Experience the excitement of entering a secure cage, guided by professional crew members as you observe these majestic creatures.
- The entrance fees for shark cage diving are included in your package, along with a light lunch post-dive.
Stony Point Penguin Colony Tour
Following the adrenaline of shark diving, continue to explore the Stony Point Penguin Colony. This site is home to numerous African Penguins and offers:
- A guided walk along boardwalks where you can observe penguins nesting, swimming, and interacting in their coastal habitat.
- Included entrance fees allow for an engaging exploration of the colony while learning about conservation efforts aimed at this endangered species.
- Insightful commentary from your guide throughout your visit enhances the experience.
The tour concludes with a return drop-off at your Cape Town hotel. Please note that drinks, gratuities, and a DVD of your shark cage diving footage are optional extras available for separate arrangement if desired.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Shark cage diving in Gansbaai
- Visit the Stony Point Penguin Colony
- Hotel pickup and drop-off service included
- Transfer via shared air-conditioned vehicle provided
- Guidance by an experienced driver and guide available
- Bottled water served on board during transfer
- Entrance fees covered for Shark Cage Diving experience in Gansbaai, South Africa
- Entrance fees to Stony Point included with the tour from Cape Town: Gansbaai Shark Cage Diving and Stony Point Penguin Colony Tour
- Light breakfast and lunch provided as part of your experience
- Drinks
- Gratuities
- DVD containing your own shark cage diving experience
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Must Know
- Bring your own towel for use during the shark cage diving experience.
- If you require a pre-packed breakfast from your accommodation, please arrange it in advance.
- Pets are not allowed on this tour; ensure they have care arrangements while you're away.
- Infants must be seated properly during the journey and cannot sit on laps for safety reasons.
- Note that this experience is not wheelchair accessible, and strollers or infant seats in vehicles aren't available.
Ticket Delivery
- Please check your final voucher for the redemption details and specific instructions.
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
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