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  • Shark cage diving in Gansbaai, South Africa with Marine Dynamics. Experience the exceptional and come face to face with a great white shark! 

  • The exact world record white shark is a contested issue, but chances are it is between 6-7m. In Gansbaai, the largest white shark ever caught was at Danger Point and measured up to 5.9m.

  • If you see a white shark in the water don’t panic. Chances are high that the shark has already detected you and isn’t interested. White shark attacks are normally associated with poor visibility, so avoid murky conditions.

  • White sharks have a unique system called a “counter current heat exchange”, which keeps their body  tempreture +/- 7C above the surrounding water temperature. 

  • All sharks have an incredibly unique system on the tip of their nose called the “ampillae of Lorenzini”. These are small pores filled with a gel that transmits the electrical currents in the water to the shark’s brain so that it can assess its environment.

  • White sharks give birth to live young (not eggs), and they give birth to 6-8 pups at one time. Pups are usually between 1.0-1.5m in length and are born with teeth.

  • Body language has been a well documented form of shark communication and has identified body arching, jaw gaping, and other postures as specific social tactics.

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Daily Blog 17 January 2021 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

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Guest comments:

"I really enjoyed my day out even if I didn't get to see any sharks!" - Oula

"No sharks, but great weather conditions, a big stingray and fun on the boat. Thanks for the trip!" - Rosa

"A for effort!" - Jodi

17/01/2021

Location: 
Joubertsdam

Water temp: Moderate

Visibility: Low

Sightings: Short-tail stingray


One of youngest and bravest took to the water first, taking a swim in the cage


A Short-tail stingray appeared, keeping deep before we finally we able to see it at the surface


We had a number of enthusiastic divers that took to the cage even without the sharks around


Before heading back to shore we made a quick visit to Geyser Rock to have a look at the Cape Fur seals


Our guests enjoyed seeing the many young seals currently on the Island


A big thank you to all our guests today, your patience and understanding is so very much appreciated

If you are looking to get up close and personal with the great white shark then Shark Diving in South Africa, and more specifically with Marine Dynamics, is a once-in-a-lifetime experience you won’t want to miss. Book and pay online with us and get a free video of your encounter with the world’s apex predator.

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