All Gansbaai Tours & Excursions in 2026

Take a thrilling half-day great white shark cage diving trip from Gansbaai for a truly unforgettable South Africa adventure. Enjoy the professional services and extensive knowledge of the guides for 20-minute cage dives in the water up close to the enormous sharks.

Witness the grandeur of Southern Right Whales in their natural habitat on this captivating whale watching tour in Gansbaai. Known for its incredible marine biodiversity, Gansbaai offers the perfect setting to see not only whales but also dolphins, seals, and seabirds. With knowledgeable guides sharing insights into marine life, this two-hour adventure is a memorable educational experience for all ages. Tours run from June to December, accommodating your schedule around ocean tides and weather conditions. - Two-hour whale watching tour departing from Gansbaai Harbor - Spot Southern Right Whales, Humpback Whales, and more - Experienced guides provide valuable information on marine life - Suitable for ages 5 and up, with no fitness requirement

This is a very unique tour and not to be missed. Riding from the mountain 185m down the sand dunes to the beach on a 6km incredible adventure. Explore the Walker Bay Nature Reserve with me and learn about the animals, dune structure, fauna as well as watching Whales as we ride during Whale Season. This is a very personal experience with small groups exploring the dunes in some of the most incredible landscapes in the world.

Get up close with an apex predator on this shark diving adventure. View surface feeding sharks while riding on the specially designed catamaran. For those with Scuba diving qualifications, dive into the cage floating behind the boat. Holding up to four people, watch Great White Sharks in their natural habitat for unlimited quality time. Enjoy an educational experience that prioritizes the wellbeing of travelers and sharks alike.

If you are interested in seeing sharks but not see keen on cage diving, this small-group tour offers the opportunity to view sharks, as well as other marine animals, from the deck of a boat. You'll journey to the dive site and, while diving guests take turns in the cage, you'll keep dry while enjoying sightings from the viewing deck, as well as onboard refreshments, while learning about the creatures from your guides.

We offer an unforgettable combo tour featuring shark cage diving and whale watching in Gansbaai. Dive into the waters to get up close with various shark species from the safety of a cage, and then witness the majestic Southern Right, Humpback, and Bryde’s Whales in their natural habitat. With experienced guides providing insights throughout the journey, this tour promises a comprehensive marine wildlife experience in just one day. - Shark cage diving lasts about 2-3 hours, with all equipment provided. - Whale watching follows, also lasting around 2-3 hours, offering views of whales and other marine life. - Light meals and refreshments are included, ensuring a comfortable experience. - Suitable for all ages, with no prior diving experience required.

Gansbaai is known as the great white shark capital of the world and is only a two-and-a-half-hour scenic drive from Cape Town. It is here that will make your dreams come true! The experienced crew will share their vast knowledge of the water world where they operate when they take you to view sharks from the surface or underwater from a cage. This marine wonderland is the closest place in the world where you can safely see these apex predators in their natural environment. This activity has been unpredictable since 2017 but we are still operating and working with various shark species, including Bronze Whaler sharks.

View sharks up close on this cage-diving tour from Gansbaai. Guests take turns in the 8-person cage for incredible encounters with great whites and bronze whaler sharks, as well as other marine species such as stingrays and sun fish. While not in the cage, you can enjoy on board refreshments and shark sightings from the viewing deck of the boat. Includes breakfast, lunch, and snacks.

Experience the thrill of seeing sharks in their natural environment from the security of an underwater cage. With this half-day tour, cruise out to an area known for its wild sharks and enjoy an underwater view suspended in a cage beneath the water's surface. Spend longer underwater thanks to a special hookah system that allows you to breathe air via a regulator—no diving experience is required.

This experience is excellent for all from the age of 8 years old. Join my tour from the top of the Walker Bay nature reserve down the stunning sand dune field on a bucket list experience you didn't know existed :-) Even if you are a Pro rider you will love this experience as it is a combination of riding, skiing on the sand and riding on terrain not possible on any other bike. The experience is completely unique and just so much fun you will want to come back again and again. Experience riding out in the great outdoors away from people immersing yourselves in the most incredible natural landscape with stunning ocean views. In Whale season witness the many Whales in the bay during the ride. Morning and Sunset tours are available daily.

Enjoy an exciting whale watching excursion cruise from Gansbaai. Leave the harbor and head for the cliffs of De Keldar to look for Southern right whales, which mate and give birth in this area every year. Keep an eye out for other sea life, including dolphins, sharks, and penguins. Booking ahead guarantees your spot on the boat for the day you prefer to go.