Sharks are quite possibly the world's most feared animals. From the smallest sand shark to the enormous whale shark, they are sleek, muscled, and some are almost as agile as a dolphin. There is no doubt that they are the most evolved predators in the ocean. Row upon row of teeth and capable of sensing the blood of an injured animal from over a kilometre, its not surprising that they are the most feared creature beneath the waves. And of them all, the Great White is the most awesome.
This magnificent creature is in fact, a creature which should be more respected than feared. Owing to massive negative media publicity over the years, the sharks have become one of the most maligned, misunderstood, even hated animals on our fragile planet. They have been pursued, hunted and indiscriminately slaughtered over the years, to the point where many species are endangered.

If we can dispel some of the hype and myth and the fear which surrounds these magnificent animals, and even if through our commitment we only introduce some element of objective perspective to the people whom we come into contact with, then we have at least made some contribution to maintaining the natural balance in at least one ecosystem in our communal home earth.

In South Africa the Great White has been protected since 1990 - and Gansbaai is the best place to see them. Most shark cage diving takes place off Dyer and Geyser Islands, about 6 nautical miles (11 km) offshore. Dyer Island has become known as one of the most unique areas in the world, to successfully view the Great White shark. Dyer Island (larger island) is a breeding mecca for Cape Fur Seals and currently home to approximately 20 000.

There are experienced professionals operating shark cage diving and surface viewing trips in Gansbaai. Groups depart daily from Kleinbaai Harbour onboard spacious catamarans, providing ultimate stability at sea. The boats anchor in the channel (Shark Alley) between Dyer and Geyser Islands. Only permit holders have access to this small, 6 meter deep area. Sharks are surface feeders, therefore classic surface attacks are not to be missed for anything in the world. These excursions are more than just thrill-seeking adventures, they are educational experiences.

Great White Shark Tour Opperators

Establishment Name	Contact Person	Telephone Number
Shark Lady	Kim McClean	083 746 8985
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White Shark Adventures	Rosemary	082 773 9130
White Shark Diving.co	Piet Smal	082 559 6858
Marine Dynamics	J P Botha & André Hartman	082 380 3405
White Shark Ecoventures	Cindy /Mariette	083 412 3733
White Shark Projects	Craig Ferreira	082 375 3472
Great White Shark Tours	Brian McFarlane	083 300 2138