Experience South Africa’s marine wildlife with shark cage diving in Gansbaai, whale watching in Hermanus, and ethical eco-tours with Adventure Tours Africa.

Climate change is altering South Africa’s oceans, affecting sharks, whales, and fish. Learn how marine ecosystems are shifting and what Adventure Tours Africa is doing to help.

The Western Cape is where two oceans meet — the cold Benguela Current of the Atlantic and the warm Agulhas Current of the Indian Ocean. This creates one of the most diverse marine environments on the planet.

Shark cage diving in Gansbaai during summer offers calm seas, warm weather, and close encounters with Bronze Whaler and Great White sharks.

Quirky Facts About Bronze Whaler Sharks Welcome back to Sharklady Adventures! Today, we’re taking a playful plunge into the fascinating world of Bronze Whaler Sharks. Known for their sleek beauty and intriguing behaviors, these sharks are not just another fish in the sea; they are full of surprises! Whether you’re planning a marine adventure in Gansbaai or simply curious about these magnificent creatures, you’ll find plenty of fun facts...

Dive into Adventure If you’re seeking an exhilarating marine adventure, look no further than the captivating world of the Bronze Whaler Shark. These magnificent creatures inhabit the coastal waters around Gansbaai, South Africa, a hotspot for shark cage diving and a prime location for diving with sharks. Join us as we explore the unique characteristics of the Bronze Whaler, its ecological importance, and why...

Cage diving in winter!? Why it’s great to dive with sharks in winter People are often put-off by the fact that ‘you are getting wet, in the ocean, in WINTER’. But in actual fact, diving with sharks in winter is not the worst experience ever 😉 The water along the West coast can be clearer and warmer in winter due to several factors: 1....

Siamese twins in sharks – RARE occurrence Sometimes nature delivers something quite spectacular… Conjoined twins occur when two embryos fail to separate completely during development, resulting in two sharks that are physically connected to each other. This can happen in any species of shark, but it is most commonly seen in species that give birth to live young, such as the bull shark and the blue shark. Conjoined...

5 Differences between Great White- and Bronze Whaler Sharks Let’s see how they differ, and in which ways they perhaps are similar… The Great White shark (Carcharodon carcharias) and the Bronze Whaler shark (Carcharhinus brachyurus) are two distinct species of sharks with several differences: 1. Appearance: Great White sharks are larger and bulkier, reaching an average length of 15-20 feet and weighing up to...

The Orca Situation Let’s talk about the ‘orca’ in the room… Orcas, also known as killer whales, are one of the most fascinating creatures in the ocean. They are the largest member of the dolphin family and are found in all of the world’s oceans. Orcas are known for their intelligence, social behavior, and hunting skills. In this blog post, we will explore some...