Great White Shark vs Bronze Whaler: What Are the Differences?
Great White Shark vs Bronze Whaler: What Are the Differences? Cape Town’s coastline hosts some of the world’s most dynamic shark interactions. Two species in particular shape both the ecosystem and local shark tourism: the Great White Shark (Carcharodon carcharias) and the Bronze Whaler (Carcharhinus brachyurus), also called the Copper Shark. While both species can […]
How Do You Tell a Female Shark from a Male?
How Do You Tell a Female Shark from a Male? When people picture sharks, they often imagine a single “type” of animal — streamlined, powerful, and mysterious. But just like birds or mammals, sharks have noticeable differences between males and females. If you’ve been on a shark dive in Cape Town’s False Bay or Gansbaai, […]
The Ocean Giants: Types of Sharks in Cape Town
The Ocean Giants: Types of Sharks in Cape Town Cape Town sits where the cold Benguela and warmer Agulhas currents meet — a dynamic oceanographic playground that supports surprising shark diversity. Understanding the region’s shark species matters for tourism, fisheries, and conservation alike. Below is a concise guide to the ocean giants you’re most likely […]
I don’t dive. Can a Beginner Shark Cage Dive?
I don’t dive. Can a Beginner Shark Cage Dive? Shark cage diving is one of the most thrilling wildlife experiences available to adventurous travellers, offering close, controlled encounters with apex predators in their natural environment and, according to studies, can reduce negative perceptions of sharks among participants. (Apps, K., Dimmock, K. and Huveneers, C. 2018. […]
Shark Cage Diving Tour Price Cape Town
Shark Cage Diving Tour Price Cape Town Shark cage diving in Cape Town is a bucket-list experience, offering the rare opportunity to witness apex predators—such as bronze whaler sharks, sevengill cow sharks, and occasionally great whites—in their natural habitat. But how much does it actually cost, and why? Understanding the pricing structure helps travellers choose […]
When is the Best Time to Go Shark Cage Diving in Cape Town
When is the Best Time to Go Shark Cage Diving in Cape Town If you want the best odds of seeing sharks from a cage in Cape Town, you need to think like a marine scientist as well as a tourist. Sightings and conditions are driven by seasonal movements, water temperature and clarity, weather (wind […]
Do Sharks Really Mistake Humans for Seals?
Do Sharks Really Mistake Humans for Seals? Unpacking the Myth It’s one of the most enduring ideas in popular culture: a shark bites a swimmer or surfer because they think they are seals. Movies, documentaries, and sensationalist news stories have cemented this image, but how accurate is it? Let’s dive into the science, history, and […]
Inside the Cage: A Firsthand Encounter of What You Will Feel See, Hear and Smell
Inside the Cage: A Firsthand Encounter of What You Will Feel, See, Hear and Smell. There’s a moment, just before you climb into the cage, when everything slows down. The South African sun glints off the water, the gulls circle overhead, and you can feel the thrum of anticipation in your chest. You’ve seen photographs, […]
Behavioral Quirks: Why do Sharks Bite the Cage?
By Courtney Cooper Behavioral Quirks: Why do Sharks Bite the Cage? Imagine you’re peering from inside a sturdy cage off the coast of Cape Town, South Africa, captivated by the blur of a shark’s tail—and then, unexpectedly, you feel the cage shake as the shark tests its boundaries. It’s a thrilling moment, but what exactly […]
The Science Behind Shark Attraction: What Really Brings Sharks to the Boat?
By Courtney Cooper The Science Behind Shark Attraction: What Really Brings Sharks to the Boat? Picture this: you’re aboard a vessel in False Bay, Cape Town, peering over the side as water stirs, and a dorsal fin emerges. What’s pulling these formidable predators to your boat? Let’s dive into real science. We also discuss further shark […]