Discover the Beauty of Sharks

In Cape Town

Embark on an unforgettable adventure in the mesmerising waters of False Bay, just a 35-minute drive from Cape Town city centre. From shark cage diving with bronze whaler sharks to exploring enchanting kelp forests, this stunning coastal area offers a profound connection with the ocean’s wonders.

False Bay’s prime location also provides easy access to other notable attractions. After a thrilling day of diving, visitors can explore Boulders Beach, home to the charming African Penguins, or take a scenic trip to the picturesque Cape Point Nature Reserve.

Shark diving in False Bay
False Bay offers an extraordinary opportunity to cage dive with bronze whaler sharks. Known for their distinctive copper-gold colouration and active nature, these sharks often appear in high numbers, allowing divers to witness up to 30 at a time. This dive is suitable for the whole family, with no prior experience necessary, and promises an awe-inspiring encounter with these magnificent creatures.

Scuba diving and snorkelling
Cape Town’s waters are home to some of the most magical diving experiences, including exploring kelp forests and interacting with Cape Fur Seals. These underwater forests are teeming with life, offering a rich and diverse ecosystem filled with bottom-dwelling shark species like pyjama sharks, spotted gully sharks, and puff-adder shy sharks, alongside octopus and vibrant fish species.

For those seeking even more adventure, offshore blue and mako shark dives offer breathtaking open-water encounters. These sharks are renowned for their striking colours and agility, providing a thrilling dive experience. These dives often include the chance to see whales, dolphins, and other marine life.

Explore with Leading Operators
Several operators based within the City of Cape Town municipality offer shark cage diving and eco-marine tours:

Experience the captivating marine world of False Bay and create unforgettable memories with these trusted operators.

Visit

Cape Town offers an incredible variety of places to visit and things to do. From Blue Flag beaches to award-winning wine and everything in between. This beautiful city is nestled at the foothills of one of the New7Wonders of Nature, Table Mountain.

Study

Cape Town is Africa’s most desirable city for students. Now that you can study virtually from anywhere, why not do it from Cape Town with some of the most picturesque college campuses in South Africa.

Work

Cape Town is among the world’s top cities for remote working. The Mother City ranked 16th out of 75 cities in a recent study by global housing rental platform Nestpick. The index score was based on factors including cost of living, infrastructure, leisure activities, and overall liveability.

Invest

The world is moving to emerging markets, looking to grow into the future, and Cape Town is at the forefront of this movement. A stable and growing economy, the province was named the 8th strongest economy in the entire continent in 2016.

Play

Cape Town is an adventure seeker’s paradise. You could stay for weeks and still not tick off all the activities on offer. From paragliding to kayaking, kitesurfing and sand boarding, Cape town offers all the high speed thrills.