False Bay · Simon's Town · Cape Town
Face to Face
with Nature's
Greatest Predator
Family-run. Small groups only. Use of scuba. 100% safety record. The most personal shark cage diving experience in South Africa – since 1996.
Since 1996
30 years of safe diving
Max 12 guests
Intimate, not crowded
TripAdvisor Excellence
Every year since 2015
3 locations
Simonstown · Gansbaai · Mossel Bay
As seen on
BBC · Nat Geo · Discovery
Our Philosophy
Quality over
quantity, always
Welcome to a shark cage diving experience built around you — not the numbers. We launch from Simon’s Town into the waters of False Bay, where raw ocean beauty meets one of the most thrilling wildlife encounters on Earth.
While other operators rotate up to 40 people through a cage, we take a maximum of 12 guests per trip. No crowds. No waiting. Just a personal, immersive experience where you actually get real time in the water with these magnificent animals.
Why Choose Small Groups?
Because your experience matters.
With fewer people on board, you get:
- More time in the cage
- Better viewing opportunities
- A relaxed, uncrowded atmosphere
- Direct interaction with our experienced crew
Why be one of 40 on a crowded boat… when you can be one of just 12?
Dive Differently – Hookah Scuba System
We are one of the only operators offering scuba diving via an onboard hookah
system — and no certification is needed.
This changes everything.
Instead of surface snorkelling and short breath-hold dips, you can:
- Stay underwater for the full duration of your dive
- Experience sharks at eye level, calmly and safely
- Enjoy a deeper, quieter, more immersive encounter
Dive deeper. Stay longer. Experience more.
The Experience
Just a short distance from Seal Island — a legendary hotspot known for incredible shark activity and dramatic marine life interactions.
Step into the cage and come face-to-face with one of the ocean’s most powerful predators.
Watch as it glides effortlessly through the deep blue, just metres away.
This isn’t just adrenaline.
It’s a connection. It’s respect. It’s something you’ll never forget.
Why Choose African Shark Eco-Charters?
- Family-run and trusted since 1996
- Smallest group sizes in Cape Town (max 12 guests)
- Exclusive hookah scuba diving experience
- Eco-conscious and educational approach
- Departures from Simon’s Town in False Bay
Don’t Settle for Less
Shark cage diving is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Make sure you do it right.
Choose space. Choose time. Choose immersion.
Choose African Shark Eco-Charters.
“Sharks, sharks, sharks! We saw plenty on our diving excursions as well as dolphins and seals. The crew was attentive and caring.”
Pavel H. — Google Review
Shark Trip Special Offers
Choose your
adventure
MOST POPULAR
Morning Shark Cage Diving Trip
A natural encounter with the shark species of False Bay, observing them up close from the safety of our cage in the morning calm.
R3,750
per person
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Small groups
Afternoon Shark Cage Diving Trip
Small groups only — a comfortable trip in a more personal and exclusive environment. Chosen specifically for intimate encounters.
R3,750
per person
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Combo
Shark Dive & Cape Peninsula Tour
The thrill of shark cage diving is combined with breathtaking views of the Cape Point and the Peninsula landscapes.
R7,150
per person
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Seasonal
Shark Diving & Whale Tour Combo
Experience thrilling whale watching in False Bay after your Shark Trip! Witness majestic whales breaching and interacting, guided by experts. Don’t miss this unforgettable adventure -book your spot today!
R5,650
per person
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Unique
Shark Diving & Wine Tour Combo
Combine shark cage diving in False Bay with a scenic wine tour through the Constantia Valley. Experience thrilling shark encounters followed by tastings of world-class wines in Cape Town’s oldest wine region.
R6,295
per person
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Family Friendly
Shark Diving & Penguin Tour Combo
Experience an epic shark cage diving trip followed by a fun penguin tour at Seaforth Beach and the Boulders Beach Penguin Colony. Add this tour to your adventure bucket list!
R6,800
per person
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What our guests
are saying
Rated excellent · TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence every year since 2015
TripAdvisor
African Shark Eco-Charters has won the Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence every year since 2015. Read reviews from our many fully satisfied guests or tell the world about your experience with us on TRIPADVISOR!
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