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Shark Alley, Gansbaai

Shark Alley, just off Gansbaai, is probably what you picture when someone says "shark cage diving." It's not a dive in the traditional sense, more a floating encounter, tethered to the side of a boat. The action happens between Dyer Island and Geyser Rock, a narrow channel where you can expect to see great white sharks up close, drawn by bait from the boat. Visibility here can be a bit hit or miss, often murky, but that just adds to the suspense when a large shadow materializes. This is a bucket-list item for many, totally beginner-friendly, and a genuine thrill, even if it's more observation than exploration.