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BUSINESS NEWS - Are you planning your next action-packed holiday or thrill-seeking experience? Well, this article contains all the updates for you on shark cage diving in Cape Town. By answering some of the questions, you can make an informed decision when booking your shark cage diving trip.
What time of the year are Great whites in Cape Town?
Historically the best time of the year in Cape Town for Great white Shark sightings was June to September. The intermediate season was from March to May and October to November. Low season was from December to February. However, it has been widely established that Great White Shark sightings in Cape Town have become sporadic and random since 2017. It is highly recommended that you check with your shark cage diving Cape Town operator / tour operator on current sightings.
Can you swim with Great white sharks in Cape Town?
Yes, you can swim with the Great White Sharks in a cage, however, you won’t be able to free dive with them due to South African laws and regulations.
Where are most Great white sharks found in South Africa?
Historically, the highest concentration of Great White Sharks was at Dyer Island in Gansbaai. The second hotspot was at Seal Island, in False Bay, Cape Town. Further up the garden route, Mossel Bay also was a Great White Shark hotspot. The current location with the highest concentration is still being determined, however it’s believed Algoa Bay in Port Elizabeth is the place to go.
What time of the day is the best time to see Great white sharks in South Africa?
Based off research, their peak feeding activity times are at dawn or dusk (low light times). Due to visibility and day light requirements, guests are advised to join the earliest morning trips to increase their chances of sightings.
Will the Great White Shark return to Cape Town waters?
It is widely believed that at some point the Great White Shark will return to one of its migratory homes of False Bay and Gansbaai. If they will return will depend on their food sources being restored.
In the absence of the Apex predator, other shark species are adapting and moving into the old great white hunting grounds. At Seal Island, for the first time ever, Apex Shark Expeditions witnessed the sevengill sharks hunting seals on the surface of the water.
Nobody knows exactly when the Great White will return, if they will return, however experts have observed good shark sightings of the bronze whale shark and occasional sightings of the sevengill sharks.
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