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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 trip 31 October 2012 | Shark Diving Gansbaai

Wednesday, October 31, 2012 | 0 Comments

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It was a very early launch today, but it was well worth it. We had some tremendous shark activity with both big and smaller sharks making some close passes by the cage! My ears are still ringing from the screams of excitement.  We also had to say goodbye to Sarah and Warren, two long time former employees of Marine Dynamics - good luck guys...

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Daily trip 30 October 2012 | Great White Shark Cage Diving Gansbaai

Tuesday, October 30, 2012 | 0 Comments

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What a day! Despite the “hurricane” winds today blowing everyone’s hair all over the place, we had an amazing day. Loads of sharks took turns in making a pass by the cage, even recently tagged shark “Anarchy” was seen today...

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Daily trip 29 October 2012 | White Shark Diving Gansbaai

Monday, October 29, 2012 | 0 Comments

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One shark was the hero of the day! This 3 meter shark stayed with the boat for the majority of the trip and kept all but one cage entertained with its amazing close passes by the cage...

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Daily trip 28 October 2012 | Great White Shark Cage Diving South Africa

Monday, October 29, 2012 | 0 Comments

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Some great sunny conditions today made for awesome shark cage diving. Some of our clients especially the group from the states were bubbling to get into the cage. After explaining to them that we do not allow petting of the Great White Shark :), they understood and had a great viewing experience...

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Daily trip 27 October 2012 | Shark Diving Gansbaai

Monday, October 29, 2012 | 0 Comments

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Shark cage diving is truly an experience for people of all ages and even for the entire family. The kids were having a blast on the boat in complete safety with both our crew and volunteers keeping an eye on them...

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Daily trip 26 October 2012 | Great White Shark Cage Diving Gansbaai

Friday, October 26, 2012 | 1 Comments

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It was a complete change of weather from yesterday to today! Although the sharks were equally as spectacular, the weather was a bit cooler and wetter. We are experiencing a plankton bloom in the area which is causing limited visibility in the water...

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