We operate a half day tour 45 minutes from Cape Town to see a variety of shark species throughout the year according to the seasons, weather, water temperature and other factors. We operate half day shark tours to either Seal Island or Cape Point as both offer very different opportunities and visibility. Possible shark species can include Seven gill cow sharks, Mako Sharks, Blue sharks and Great white sharks. The location for the day will be determined by the best shark activity and sea conditions and will be confirmed with you the day before your trip. One of our areas, Seal Island, False Bay is famous for the predation of Great Whites on Cape Fur seals The area and this behavior have been featured on many documentaries including Air Jaws on the Discovery Channel with Chris Fallows, our owner, as co-host. Reasons to Choose Apex as your shark cage diving operator - We are an official licensed Shark Cage diving Operator with crew certified specifically for this industry - We provide SCUBA for certified divers on request – however NO experience is required for breath hold - We offer the smallest group size of any shark diving operation in South Africa by 50%. ( 12 pax only) - We have achieved the Five star excellence certificate from TripAdvisor 6 years in a row Whales, dolphins and many species of sea birds are often encountered on this adventurous expedition. As we adopt an eco style of operating our trips, going to sea with Apex is like going on a safari game drive and we will try to take in as much marine wildlife as possible on our trips As trips are based on natural events every trip is different and sightings are not guaranteed. OUR BOAT Our vessel is a 36 foot catamaran, specifically built for cage diving and viewing the sharks from the surface. A dry cabin, soft cushioned seats and a flush toilet ensure your comfort at sea. Our vessel complies with all safety requirements and Great white shark permit conditions. We send the boat for annual safety inspections at the South African Maritime Safety Authority. Safety equipment includes life jackets, first aid kit, radio and cellular phone. Children rates do not apply. Children aged 10 and up are allowed on the boat and children 12 and up are alloed in the cage CAGE DIVING A small group of guests on board allows for better viewing opportunities and a longer cage dive. The cage accommodates four guests comfortably. It is fixed to the boat and sits just above the water surface. NO DIVING EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED. For those who are scuba certified, AIR is available upon request. This needs to be confirmed when booking your trip. Please add this request under ‘notes’. Safety is a priority. All shark cage diving is done under the auspices of experienced crew who have first Aid & oxygen management, scuba & commercial skippers’ qualifications and have expert knowledge of the behaviour of sharks around the cage.

Every day people can play a part in shark science and Conservation by helping Cape RADD collect data on the fish and sharks of False Bay! Join our marine biologists on a guided snorkel and search for the elusive puffadder sharks, pyjama sharks and more! Photograph their patterns and submit them to Fin Spotter so that we can estimate how many there are and track their movements! The day starts with a short briefing on the unique ecosystem of False Bay and the Cape Peninsula, and discuss our dive objective, Shark science!. Then… we head out to explore the kelp forests! The majority of our time will be spent snorkeling among the vibrant Kelp Forests of the Cape peninsula in Simons Town, Cape Town.  We generally dive from a secluded beach that also offers the possibility of seeing penguins and sea otters This experience is suitable for the whole family Please make sure to provide a valid email address or phone number. We’ll communicate meeting points and any changes via these methods!

Here it’s all about savouring the slow and enjoying a Cape Town Chillout This basket is for the adventurer looking to slow it down and spend an hour or so at any of the picturesque locations on your explorations. Here we chose sharing plates of deliciousness from the Peninsula and surrounds with a very strong emphasis on locally sourced and produced. Breads: Artisanal breads and Biscuits Spread selection: Humus Baba Ghanoush Pesto Salted Butter  Marmalade Charcuterie and Cheese platter: (examples below) Salami, Parma ham and ham Mozarella, Brie, Blue cheese, Emmentaler Gorgonzola, Gouda Green Salad Dessert: Fruit Platter, dried and fresh Petit Four Selection Selection of snacks: Trail mix, biltong and marinated olives Drinks: Sparkling Apple juice Wine can be added at an additional rate. Please note, no alcohol is permitted within any national parks. Suggested Picnic Spots: Simon’s Town: Long Beach, Boulder’s Beach, Fisherman’s Beach Cape Point: Olifants Bos, Venus Pools, Buffels Bay Cape Town: Chapman’s Peak Drive, Kirstenbosch Gardens Please note, we require a minimum of 48 hours notice. All Picnic baskets will be ready by 09h00. These will be either delivered to your accommodation in Simon's Town, or can be collected from Albatross Guest House Please note, no delivery is available on weekends. A cash breakage deposit of R500 is payable on collection and will be returned once all equipment has been returned Please ensure you provide us with a WhatsApp enabled number.

Morning Shark Cage Diving Trip in Simon's Town Please note: Only children 9 and older are allowed on the boat! Our Morning trip is a viewing and shark cage diving trip. The two areas of operation are Seal Island and Cape Point. The area location of the trips will be determined the day before, after determining the weather, shark activity and which shark species we are more likely to encounter. The shark species we hope to encounter may be Great white sharks, Broadnose sevengill cow sharks, Bronze Whaler sharks, Mako sharks, and Blue sharks. Our trips run from Simons Town, which is only 45 minutes from Cape Town. All our crew are highly qualified, and have spent years working on boats and with sharks. 06h40 / 07h00: Meet at Simons Town Pier. The exact meet time will be communicated the day prior to the trip. Our boat is the Blue Pointer. You will be welcomed aboard and a full safety briefing is given as well as the expected weather forecast for the day. An overview is given about what the trip entails, the do’s and dont’s to be expected. 07h00-11.30: In the pre-dawn darkness, we depart for Seal Island or Cape Point. Please bring your camera or phone to take photos of the incredibly beautiful scenery. Seal Island: Arrive at Seal Island. Seeing dawn breaking over the Island and False Bay is truly breath-taking. We do an inspection lap of the island giving information on the animal and bird life that is found on Seal Island. Choosing the best spot to anchor up with regard to wind and swell direction. Cape Point: Arrive off Cape Point. The cage is lowered into the water. A bait line and carpet seal decoy are put in the water. We do not feed sharks, nor touch sharks. We are NOT an adrenalin outfit. Then it’s time to get up close and personal with the sharks. The average dive time per guest is about 20 minutes. Of course, we will not force anyone to go in the cage but would encourage it. One of the several onboard guides will interact with the guests during the course of the trip to supply information and answer any questions they may have.

Described by Sir Francis Drake as the finest cape in the circumference of the world & we’re sure you’ll agree after the trip! We depart from Simon’s Town. The first stop is at Boulders penguin sanctuary to view the African penguins from the seaward side. Next we visit a small Cape Fur seal colony at Partridge Point and onto exploring the cliffs & caves leading up to Cape Point. On fine weather days, there's even a sea cave that we can enter with the boat. We then "round" Cape Point to enjoy the spectacular views, take photos & share an informative commentary. We head back to Simon's Town on an offshore route with the hope of encountering dolphins or whales along the way. The sea-bird life is also quite outstanding!

Apart from offering visitors an exciting and novel method of travel, taking the Flying Dutchman funicular saves visitors an uphill walk from the car park to see the old lighthouse and enjoy the panoramic views. The Flying Dutchman Funicular, also known as the Cape Point Funicular, is a funicular railway located at Cape Point. It is believed to be the only commercial funicular of its type in Africa, and takes its name from the local legend of the Flying Dutchman ghost ship. The line runs from a lower station at the Cape Point car park, up an incline through dense fynbos to the upper lighthouse. The funicular leaves from the lower station every three minutes, comfortably accommodates 40 passengers per car, and can transport 450 persons to the upper lighthouse per hour, making it the ideal way to whisk closer to the lighthouse even during peak times.

Apart from offering visitors an exciting and novel method of travel, taking the Flying Dutchman funicular saves visitors an uphill walk from the car park to see the old lighthouse and enjoy the panoramic views. The Flying Dutchman Funicular, also known as the Cape Point Funicular, is a funicular railway located at Cape Point. It is believed to be the only commercial funicular of its type in Africa, and takes its name from the local legend of the Flying Dutchman ghost ship. The line runs from a lower station at the Cape Point car park, up an incline through dense fynbos to the upper lighthouse. The funicular leaves from the lower station every three minutes, comfortably accommodates 40 passengers per car, and can transport 450 persons to the upper lighthouse per hour, making it the ideal way to whisk closer to the lighthouse even during peak times.