Top South Africa Water Sports

Shark Cage Diving Tour from Cape Town

• 4 Reviews
• Choose to get down in the water with the sharks in a cage or enjoy the show from the decks of the boat on this dive tour from Cape Town. Ride from Gansbaai Harbour to the famous Shark Alley, where you can get up close with the animals or stay on deck. Return to Gansbaai Harbour for lunch and a DVD viewing of your adventure.
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Shark Cage Diving Full-Day Tour from Cape Town

• Get face to face with a Great White shark, one of the ocean’s most famous predators, during this heart-pounding 6-hour shark cage dive from Cape Town. Travel to Gansbaai, one of the best spots in the world to observe Great Whites up close, enjoying an up-close encounter with one of these ocean-bound carnivores. Breakfast, lunch, and round-trip transport to the dive site are included.
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Great White Shark Cage Diving

• Get up close to Great White sharks without fear or disturbing their natural behavior on this guided excursion from Cape Town. Head out onto the Cape waters, which are home to the greatest concentration of Great Whites in the world, and go below the surface for a personal and educational experience.
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Shark Cage Diving and Viewing in Kleinbaai

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• Delve into cool ocean waters for an extreme adrenaline-inducing adventure you'll never forget: cage diving with great white sharks. Set out from Kleinbaai―about a 29mile (46km drive) from Hermanus―aboard the Apex Predator and cruise out to Dyer Island to set anchor. Then it's your turn to enter the cage and get up close to these magnificent creatures. Don't worry if the water's not your thing: you can also view the sharks from aboard the boat, scoring incredible photographs as they vie with one another for a better look at you.
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Marine Big 5 Adventure from Cape Town

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• Enjoy a 2-hour boat trip from Gansbaai to see great white sharks, whales, Cape fur seals, penguins and more. Visit the ominously-named Shark Alley to see if there are any great whites feeding on seals. Head to other parts of the ocean to look for whales and African penguins, as well as seabirds on Geyser Rock and Dyer Island. With experts on hand, you won’t miss any of the majestic marine wildlife on display.
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Half-Day White Shark Cage Diving from Gansbaai

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• Take a thrilling half-day great white shark cage diving trip from Gansbaai for a truly unforgettable South Africa adventure. Enjoy the professional services and extensive knowledge of the guides for 20-minute cage dives in the water up close to the enormous sharks.
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Kayak and Lilo Adventure into Storms River Gorge

• Explore Tsitsikamma National Park's Storms River Gorge on this kayak and lilo tour. Go deep into the park to see the ancient forests, the deep caves, and quiet pools with a guide who will shed light on the flora and fauna of the area through informative commentary. Paddle a double, sit-on-top kayak, suitable for beginners; then switch to a small, inflatable boat called a lilo, specifically designed for reaching narrow, shallows spaces where even kayaks can't reach. All equipment and instruction provided.
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Shark Cage Diving Tour Helderberg and Grabouw

• The clear waters off South Africa are home to some of the most beautiful—and most dangerous—marine wildlife in the world, but getting up-close to the creatures of the deep in safety is a challenge. On this tour, cruise the waters around Dyer Island and experience the thrill of cage-diving with great white sharks. With breakfast and all safety equipment included, enjoy an up-close encounter with the ocean’s most fearsome inhabitant.
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4-Hour Canyoning Trip in The Crags

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• This 4-hour canyoning trip in The Crags is just the thing for those who are adventurous at heart. Go deep into the outdoors, and explore a beautiful place within South Africa. From cliff jumping to zip lining a 98-foot (30-meter) waterfall, you’re sure to get your dose of adrenaline for the day. Swim or hike your way through the river waters, taking in stunning sights of the wildlife as you go.
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Atlantic Outlook Kayak Tours

• This Atlantic Outlook kayak tour is perfect for beginners and experienced kayakers alike. Enjoy a carefree day gliding across the Atlantic Ocean with a guide to lead the way so you don’t get lost. You won’t have to worry about bringing kit with you, as kayaking equipment and safety gear hire is included. Access incredible views of Table Mountain, Lions Head, and the Atlantic Sea Board coastline. You’ll also be able to look out for native marine life such as dolphins, seals, penguins, and sometimes whales too.
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Kayak Trip to the Boulders Penguins from Simon's Town

• See the penguins of Boulders Beach from a different vantage point—a kayak in False Bay—on this tour from Simon's Town. With a guide in the lead to provide paddling instruction and navigation, you'll enjoy the scenery on the way to the best possible views of the waddling penguins. Learn about the birds' biology and behavior, as well as the surrounding marine environment, through your guide's engaging commentary as you paddle.
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Cage Diving with Great White Sharks from Cape Town

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• Spend time watching one of the world’s most feared fish on this 4-to-6-hour cage diving experience in Cape Town. Travel to the ocean off the coast of Gansbaai for a full-day tour. Learn about great white sharks from your marine-biologist guide, and then dive into the water in a cage to observe sharks in their natural habitat. Breakfast, snacks and hotel-pick up and drop off are included.
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Knysna Lagoon 1.5-hour Sightseeing Boat Cruise

• The Knysna Lagoon is one of the most stunning natural wonders along South Africa’s Garden Route—a glittering lagoon framed by the soaring cliffs of Knysna Heads. On this tour, set sail across the lagoon, explore the Knysna estuary, and head out into the ocean to Brenton-on-Sea and Buffalo Bay. Along the way, look out for wildlife, including whales, dolphins, cape fur seals, and sea birds.
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White Water Rafting

• Induna Adventures is located on the banks of the Sabie River. The Sabie River thunders over massive water falls and rapids on its way into the Lowveld and by the time it reaches Induna Adventures it is provides the ultimate rafting stretch for the whole family or for any corporate group. Each trip is assisted by qualified (APA and First Aid) and well experienced river guides.  The rapids are not the only attraction as patrons are bound to see an abundance of bird life, lush indigenous forest scenes and will get the chance to “bum slide” half way at the picnic stop.
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Big 5 Sea Safari in Walker Bay from Gansbaai

• Get the best possible chance to see Africa's Marine Big 5—marine birds, penguins, seals, dolphins, and whales—by booking this sea safari tour in Walker Bay. With a marine biologist guide to provide in-depth commentary on the local marine wildlife, keep your eye out for these animals in their natural habitat. Scenic points of interest include Danger Point, De Kelders Beach, and De Platt Beach, which all make for excellent photo ops.
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Seal Snorkeling with Animal Ocean

• Snorkel with local seals in Hout Bay’s Duiker Island Cape Fur seal colony on this adventurous excursion from Cape Town. With expert snorkeling guides accompanying you and all equipment provided, even beginners will feel safe and comfortable. During the boat ride out to the colony, you’ll listen to in-depth commentary from your marine life-expert guide, as well as information on how to safely exist in the water with the seals.
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Whale Watching and Hermanus Wine Route: Private Guided Day Tour from Cape Town

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• Spend a day whale watching and wine tasting on this private 10-hour trip to Hermanus from Cape Town. See migrating Southern Right Whales off the coast of Hermanus from June through mid-December. Sample some of the local wines at two estates.
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Dolphin and Seal Catamaran Cruise from Walvis Bay

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• Spend 3.5 hours on this scenic catamaran sightseeing cruise from Walvis Bay, where spotting seals, pelicans, dolphins and other marine life is practically guaranteed. Float alongside friendly dolphins on this epic day cruise and check out Cape fur seals that congregate along the shores of Walvis Bay. Get an up close look at local oyster beds where these gems of the sea are cultivated and harvested. Between July and August, the peak of whale season, travelers may even catch a glimpse of these giants of the sea. Tuck into a light snack as you cruise along the bay, and sample some of the famous oysters farmed right in the waters of Walvis. Top off the trip with a toast of bubbly while savoring a glass of sparkling wine.
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Private Great White Shark Cage Diving and Wine Tasting Experience from Cape Town

• Combine two very different, but quintessentially South African, experiences on a single private tour: cage diving and wine tasting. Descend into the shark's natural habitat in a steel cage to see great whites in action off the boat near Dyer Island, then shower up and move on to a lunch (own expense) and wine tasting experience in Bot River. This private tour ensures the ability to travel at your own pace and personalized attention from your guide.
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Whale Watching Day Trip from Cape Town

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• Visit pretty Hermanus for a rare chance to go whale-watching from the shore. Southern Right Whales breed in the waters off Hermanus, not far from Cape Town, every year from July through November. The town is uniquely positioned to offer some of the best land-based whale-watching viewing locations in the world, and you can also choose to go out on a boat for more adventure (own expense).
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Shark Cage Diving Tour in Gansbaai with Private Transfers from Cape Town

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• Enjoy the ultimate wildlife adventure during this 10-hour shark cage diving experience from Gansbaai including private transfers from Cape Town. Enjoy the ride aboard your very own private luxury vehicle before joining a group boat ride for three hours of up-close time on the water with one of the ocean’s top predators. A light lunch and morning tea are also included.
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Full Day Whale Watching Tour in Hermanus from Cape Town

• Swap the hustle and bustle of Cape Town for a peaceful day of scenic views and a whale watching boat trip. No need to worry about booking your own transport as hotel pickup and drop-off is included. You won’t waste a moment, as your guide will point out attractions en route such as Pringle Bay and Fernkloof Nature Reserve. After a delicious lunch, you’ll go on a whale watching boat trip to spot these magnificent creatures in the wild.
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Whale Watching Private Day Tour to Gansbaai from Cape Town

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• The coastal waters off Hermanus are home to a spectacular range of marine wildlife, but the only way to enjoy truly up-close views is by boat. On this private wildlife cruise, spot humpback whales, dolphins, and more in their natural habitat with your guide. Spin through the seaside villages of Betty's Bay and Kleinmond—with round-trip travel from your Cape Town hotel included—and experience the best of the South African coast.
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Marine Big 5 Safari from Cape Town

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• Get the best possible shot at seeing Africa's Marine Big 5—the African penguin, the Cape fur seal, the great white shark, dolphin, and whale—on this guided tour to Dyer Island. An onboard biologist and experienced crew promise an educational experience focused on learning about the biology and behavior of these marine animals. Additionally, get a chance to visit the African Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary (APSS) either before or after the trip.
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