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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 Blog 10 March 2024 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

Sunday, March 10, 2024 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

A beautiful day on the water with clear visibility and incredible shark activity throughout the experience!

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Daily Blog 09 March 2024 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

Saturday, March 09, 2024 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

What a way to welcome in the weekend for our guests!

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Daily Blog 08 March 2024 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

Friday, March 08, 2024 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

Calm seas, blue skies and plenty of Bronze whaler sharks!

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Daily Blog 07 March 2024 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

Thursday, March 07, 2024 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

An early start for our guests, rewarded with great Bronze whaler activity!

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Daily Blog 06 March 2024 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

Wednesday, March 06, 2024 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

A successful shark cage diving trip with plenty of wildlife!

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Daily Blog 05 March 2024 | Shark Cage Diving in South Africa

Tuesday, March 05, 2024 | 0 Comments

Author: Marine Dynamics (Shark Cage Diving Company)

Passing showers and active Bronze whaler sharks!

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