Great White Shark Diving experience. in Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa

Great White Shark Diving experience.

Outty Ranking 49 4.3 · 6 traveler reviews5 hoursFrom $472
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Outty Ranking

49/100

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Traveler rating

4.3/5

Based on 6 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Great White Shark Diving experience. worth booking?

Great White Shark Diving experience. is a 5-hour experience in Cape Town, South Africa, from $472 per person. It scores 49 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
49 / 100
Rating
4.3/5 (6)
Duration
5 hours
From
$472 per person

Great White Shark Cage Diving is the ultimate adventure activity in South Africa. Nothing can be more exhilarating than coming face to face with this magnificent predator. With Shark Zone visit two of the best shark divi

What you get

    About this experience

    Great White Shark Cage Diving is the ultimate adventure activity in South Africa. Nothing can be more exhilarating than coming face to face with this magnificent predator. With Shark Zone visit two of the best shark diving spots in the Western Cape: GANSBAAI and SEAL ISLAND in False Bay.

    What's included

    Included

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Bottled water
    • Snacks
    • Driver/guide
    • Breakfast
    • Transport by private vehicle

    Not included

    • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
    • DVD (available to purchase)
    • Gratuities

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Africa Afrika Travel

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
    • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
    • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date.

    Photos

    Shark diving

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    2 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Traveler reviews

    6 verified traveler reviews for Great White Shark Diving experience.. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Curious29014 · March 2023

    TOTAL BAIT AND SWITCH SCAM!!!!

    Total Bait and Switch!   Lame! Every Shark Tour like this one in Capetown they take you to Gansbaai.   Every tour picture to sell it shows Massive Great Whites on the ad.   Also, nothing is private about any tour.  Just the drive there with an Uber driver.  They say private, but that's what you get.  The dive is packed with people.  When you arrive the town looks like a Great White Museum.  Great White statues, and Every street and hotel is named something around Great Whites.   Every picture in every building including tour operators shows Whites.   All boats say WHITE TOURS on the side of them.  You get the picture.   Before you go out there is a safety briefing.  They say "after this dive you will be a Great White Ambassador"  they get you all excited showing videos of huge Great Whites, etc.    Then at the end they say "unfortunately we can't guarantee sightings as it's nature"   "what you will see is Copper Sharks, and UNFORTUNATELY WE HAVEN'T SEEN A GREAT WHITE HERE IN ALMOST 5 YEARS"   I mean what a joke. We live in Florida.  We see different sharks all the time.  If your looking to see Whites, you won't.    P.s.   This tour operator is very unresponsive after booking. We tried to ask questions about what to bring, and what's provided.  Zero responses!   FYI.   If you do go the tour provides everything you need, towels, snacks, jackets, wet suits,  etc.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your review however it was unfortunate that you could not see the Great Whites. If you look at title of this tour there is nothing private about it and we are not sure where you got the idea that this was a private tour. If you wanted a private boat tour that would have been 10 times what you have paid. We receive 10 or so bookings per day and you know what, you happen to be the only one who has complained.

    via Tripadvisor

    HappyArms · March 2021

    Brilliant

    Beautiful 2 hour driver early in the morning. Enjoyed 3 hour adrenalin in the ocean. Better shark dive ever for me. This must not be missed when in Cape Town

    via Tripadvisor

    Benjict · March 2021

    Best trip ever

    I am so greatful thank you Andrew for such a trip. Beautiful views all the ways, just becareful of sea sickness.

    via Tripadvisor

    Shep23123 · March 2021

    Breathing!!!

    Beautiful setting, what a good trip we drove from Cape Town early in the morning and we were served breakfast on arrival. It took us 3 hours on the sea and this exprience was breaktaking. Highly recommended #thingstodoincapetown

    via Tripadvisor

    Tsanoz · March 2021

    Awesome service

    Thank you so much for such a service. Andrew was spot on. I would recommend others to try using this company, very professional.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
    Price range
    $472 to $7500
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    2
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 49

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)76
    Review evidence (18% weight)33
    Booking momentum (14% weight)22
    Value for money (12% weight)1
    Listing quality (10% weight)64
    Local standing (8% weight)36
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Great White Shark Diving experience.: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cape Town.

    How much does Great White Shark Diving experience. cost?

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    Prices start at $472 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cape Town usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Great White Shark Diving experience. take?

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    Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cape Town is not rushed.

    Is Great White Shark Diving experience. worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 6 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cape Town, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Great White Shark Diving experience.?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Great White Shark Diving experience. suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Great White Shark Diving experience.?

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    Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cape Town can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cape Town and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Great White Shark Diving experience. start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cape Town within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Cape Town?

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    On Outty we rank every Cape Town experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cape Town: Lion's Head Sunrise/Sunset Hike, Ocean Wildlife Encounter in Cape Town, Private Full Day Stellenbosch Wine Tour with Pick Up and Drop Off. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Cape Town?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Cape Town?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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