White Shark Projects
White Shark Projects
4.5
About
White Shark Projects welcomes local and international tourists, divers and non-divers alike. If you wish to encounter, dive with, or view the great white shark, bronze whaler shark and other marine life native to the Southern African coast line then White Shark Projects is the place to be. White Shark Projects was established in 1989 and is a world-leading organisation that focuses on the conservation of a varied abundance of Southern African shark species. We do this through responsible tourism and research in a safe and professional environment. Expect excellent customer service, good value and operational efficiency with a qualified crew who have over five decades of experience between them. A portion of every dive goes straight back into one of our three registered NPO that are based around social upliftment and development. By choosing to dive with us you automatically assist us In running two locally based Recycle Swop Shops and assist in funding our Ocean Defenders Youth Club.
Gansbaai, South Africa
Meets animal welfare guidelines

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Travellers' Choice
2023

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Navigator28093128302
1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Friends
Great accommodation, great crew and what an amazing experience to see the bronzies. 10/10. Bucket list tick.
Written 29 November 2023
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ErikaDiff
West Kilbride, United Kingdom1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Family
We had an excellent day with White Shark Projects and with the exception of 2 very rude guests also on our trip, it was great. We had the chance to go in the cage twice and all the crew were patient, friendly and accommodating. We saw lots of bronze whaler sharks and it was thrilling to see them in their natural habitat. Hannah and our skipper gave us clear and informative safety briefings and we learned of the threat to the great white shark. It was made clear to us prior to booking and again prior to sailing that we might not see any sharks but we were delighted to see the “bronzies” up close! The clean, warm shower and a lovely bowl of soup were welcomed after our adventure. Our video is fab and we have memories to treasure, as well as a cool t-shirt! Thank you for the day trip of a lifetime.
Written 29 November 2023
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Nov 2023 • Business
Our international guests had the opportunity to tick this experience off their bucket list.

Well done to the team at White Shark Projects.
🤝
Written 25 November 2023
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candice701
North Vancouver, Canada4 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
Staff was great and super knowledgeable. Seen tons of sharks and even had a playful little seal entertain us when we weren't in the cage. I would 100% recommend.
Written 20 November 2023
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Passenger06641947078
1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Solo
Amazing!!!
Breakfast before leaving to diving and refreshment food after diving is perfect.
They have shower room after diving for you which is convenient and good hygiene.
The trip to shark cage diving is amazing !!!
Written 20 November 2023
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Lennart H
4 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
The Trip was great! The Crew was very friendly, Professional and provided many informations about the sharks. They took enough time to take care about every Guest. We‘ve seen a lot of sharks, I can recommend the company.
Written 20 November 2023
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Kathryn
London, UK1 contribution
Oct 2023 • Solo
I took part in the white shark projects volunteer program, through which we were able to participate in a number of the shark cage dive trips. Every single trip the crew were super friendly and helpful, making sure everyone was put at ease if they were nervous (which there is no need to be!). All of the staff are so knowledgable about the marine life in the area and are willing to take the time to explain the history of white sharks and bronze whaler sharks in the area. It was also so nice to see the different ways that white shark projects give back to their local community, through their swop shop program, helping at local animal rescue centres and promoting other local businesses, among many other things. These are all things that the volunteers get involved in so if you have the time or the inclination I would recommend either a trip or the volunteer program to anyone!
Written 15 November 2023
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Denise v
Den Bosch, The Netherlands11 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
Last day already with White Shark Projects. For a couple of weeks, I got to help the marine biologist collect data on various sharks. 👩‍🔬We do this so we can help correct negative misconceptions about sharks and stop the unnecessary slaughter of more than 100 million sharks every year.

They protect sharks and do research on these animals, but they do so much more beautiful community work. We also help with a 🦮🐈 animal sanctuary and do beach clean-ups🏝️🚮

They also run recycle swop shops every Tuesday afternoon, meeting the needs of children in the surrounding township community of Masakhane. The children collect recyclable materials such as plastic cans and bottles, which they use to earn points. The children can then redeem these points for necessities.
These items include 🧼🧴soap, toilet paper, school supplies, toys, 🧦👚🩳 second-hand clothes and basic food🍏🍴.

I feel like a privileged person to have been able to do this. Thank you so much team White Shark Company. You really made me feel like part of the family!
Written 14 November 2023
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Grace P
3 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
This is the best shark cage diving company in Gansbaai! The amazing crew of professionals will ensure you have a great time aboard Shark Team, and allows you to get up close and personal with sharks! This is a must do adventure if you are traveling to South Africa!
Written 14 November 2023
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Maddy C
2 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
The best cage trip I've been on! We were able to see animals such as whales, a stingray, seals, a seven-gill cowshark, and many bronze whaler sharks. The crew was very knowledgeable when questions were asked and they were very professional. Even if you have never caged dived before they will guide you along the way in what to do. They also had some amazing volunteers helping out on the boat in order to collect research.
Written 13 November 2023
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