White Shark Projects was founded in 1989 and is proud to carry the title as being the first cage diving company to be established in Gansbaai.
The longstanding tour operator provides a unique opportunity to discover the diverse marine life in the Atlantic Ocean along the Gansbaai coastline in South Africa.
The White Shark Projects crew and staff are distinguished by their functional and technical expertise that is combined with hands-on experience. Armed with an abundance of industry-renowned qualifications, certifications and degrees related to marine biology, site guiding, safety at sea, first aid and service delivery you can relax and enjoy your white shark experience with knowledgeable and experienced boat crew who have over 20 years working in South African waters and various areas of research, conservation and ecotourism.
Shark Team is a custom-built 11-metre catamaran fitted with the latest maritime electronic and safety equipment. Although her capacity is 30 passengers, White Shark Project has limited its licence to a maximum of 20 passengers plus crew to ensure passengers enjoy space and comfort throughout the trip.
White Shark Projects carries comprehensive public insurance and passenger liability. All safety equipment, first aid and life raft are on board as well as toilet facilities. The company complies with strict regulations laid down by Marine Coastal Management, local governing authorities and all current COVID-19 protocols.
White Shark Projects invites you on a thrilling journey of discovery and education where you will have the chance to see an array of marine wildlife in their natural habitat, amongst them none other than the oceans number one apex predator, the great white shark (Carcharodon carcharias).
Cost Up To and Including the 31st of December 2021
Cost from the 1st of January 2022
R2,320 per person per trip (excluding transfers)
Trip Duration
Approximately three to four hours (excluding travel time)
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The team at White Shark Projects believes that environmental education and community upliftment incentives are vital in aiding the conservation of marine ecosystems and the communities that live around them.
The children from Masakhane and Blompark exchange recyclable plastics and paper which they have collected from home, school and the streets for school stationery, toiletries, pre-loved clothing, blankets and toys. A soup kitchen is run from both operations. The shop relies entirely on donations and you can make a difference by volunteering or by donating stock for the shop.
If you would like to learn more about the Swop Shop and volunteer programme, please contact Charmaine on 076 245 5880. Donations are gratefully accepted, please contact the team at wsp@whitesharkprojects.co.za
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Through public outreach, giving presentations to schools, talking to clients on shark cage diving excursions and organising beach clean-ups, White Shark Projects hope to change people’s plastic habits.
Each year, about nine million tonnes of plastic gets dumped into the ocean. This is the equivalent of one full garbage truck dumping rubbish into the sea every minute of every day for a year. The White Shark Projects team organises regular beach clean-ups with school groups and volunteers to help conserve Gansbaai’s coastline.
This annual awareness campaign serves to educate communities in the Cape Whale Coast on how they can be more responsible, despite their age or economic status. For 21 consecutive days, White Shark Projects shows how many daily, and seemingly innocent activities, negatively impact the ocean. The campaign reaches the community through educational talks at schools, radio interviews, social media drives, beach clean-ups, competitions, fundraisers and creative ideas.
The non-profit Ocean Defenders Youth Club allows children from the local community to work closely with marine biologists. This is a hands-on opportunity for them to learn about the far-reaching effects that marine and land pollution have on the environment.
This project includes a soccer team in Masakhane and a netball team in Blompark.
White Shark Projects’ volunteer program has changed the way many young people take action in the world of conservation.
Volunteers can look forward to being trained in white shark biology, behaviour, research, conservation, shark attacks, basic seamanship and tourism.
Contact White Shark Projects for more information about the volunteer program.
“Thank you for making my bucket list experience so memorable!” Candace Nold
“An incredible experience with White Shark Projects. All the staff and crew were extremely friendly and professional. The marine biologist did a brilliant job educating us on shark behaviour and cleared up all the myths concerning these creatures. I have a newfound love for sharks and our two boys were ecstatic. I highly recommend this experience.” S.Van Zyl
“Professional and they take your safety very seriously.” Charl Hanekom
“A great project that helps us understand the importance of great white sharks in the oceans, a vital part of the ecosystem.” Alex Miller
“White Shark Projects has a lovely new extension with lots of showers and toilets. Great breakfast and then scrumptious soup afterwards. The sharks were the highlight of the show!” Hennie Van Niekerk
We had another successful and busy afternoon yesterday (15 November 2022) at our Recycle Swop Shop!
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We had another successful day of cleaning our coastline on Saturday the 8th of October 2022!
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Another successful day at our Masakhane Recycle Swop Shop on 30 August 2022!
White Shark Projects invites you to embark on an ocean adventure like no other where you stand the chance to s...
