Best Scuba Diving Trips in Cape Town — Our Top 5

1.Shark Cage Diving and Viewing with transport from Cape Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 576 reviews · from $251Our pick

Review of Cape Town shark cage viewing with Marine Dynamics, including transport, wildlife sightings, cost, timing, safety, and practical tips.

“Amazing experience! Driver was nice and on time, crew for the shark diving was super nice and really helpful and kind when we started getting sea sick. No matter the sea sickness, we had a blast and are happy to have seen sharks so close!”

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2.Cape Town: Gansbaai Eco-Friendly Shark Cage Diving Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 326 reviews · 6 - 10 hours · from $237

Review of Gansbaai shark cage experience from Cape Town, with bronze whaler sharks, conservation visits, meals, transport, and practical tips.

“I did a solo trip to cage dive with sharks and after several email inquiries to many companies, Marine Dynamics worked through everything with me. I had a very short time frame, the driver was excellent, knowledgeable and went way out of the way to get me. Once we arrived at "The Shark House" we had a light breakfast, went over what to expect and onto the boat. The boat crew was amazing. They were funny, knowledgeable and seemed to care greatly about the longterm health of the sharks. We spent a good amount of time in the water. I got great photos and video. When we came back into…”

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3.From Hermanus: Cruise with Shark Cage Dive and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 184 reviews · 1 day · from $168Best value

Review this Hermanus shark cage tour for shark sightings, sea conditions, meals, transport, safety, value, and practical booking tips.

“Take the seasick medicine prior to trip,If you want to enjoy it to the fullest!!Don't overthink it, just take the medicine and enjoy the ride!”

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4.CapeTown: Shark Cage Diving Experience with Scuba

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 146 reviews · from $218

Review of Cape Town’s shark cage experience with scuba, including sharks, seals, weather risks, price, practical tips, and who should book.

“Even though the sharks were eating breakfast somewhere else, we had a great time. Saw thousands of seals and a few penguins, and even some dolphins came swimming by. The whole team was extremely nice and disappointed for us as well. Hopefully we can get back to South Africa to use our voucher!”

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5.Shark Cage Diving Cape Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 114 reviews · from $229

Review of Cape Town shark cage diving with prices, boat timing, shark sightings, safety, group size, food, weather rules, and booking advice.

“Wow what an amazing experience. We saw lots of sharks as well as a visit to see the seals. The crew were amazing, very knowledgable, helpful and welcoming. Special shout out for Brandon. Would definitely recommend 🦈”

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