Shark Explorers
(Established 2008)
Shark Explorers offers uniquely customised shark diving, viewing and filming expeditions. We will help you plan and execute your ultimate shark diving experience or shoot, by making sure you are in the right place at the right time with the best chance of successfully encountering your shark of choice.
Mission Statement
At Shark Explorers, our mission is to transform the world’s perception of sharks by creating unforgettable, safe, and ethically led diving experiences. We replace fear with understanding, showcasing sharks as essential and magnificent species worthy of protection. Through adventure, education, and responsible interaction, we inspire a deeper connection to the ocean and empower every guest to become a champion for shark conservation.
Our specialties include:
- Great White Sharks
- Blue & Mako Sharks
- Sevengill Sharks and Seals
- Seal Snorkeling
- The Sardine Run
- Sharkaholics
- Global Expeditions
In collaboration with our friends and partners we also offer you Tiger Sharks, Whale Sharks, Ragged Tooth Sharks, Bull Sharks, Black tip Sharks, Bronze Whaler Sharks and Dusky Sharks. We will show you these misunderstood creatures like you have never experienced before.
Shark Explorers sets the standards and guidelines for responsible shark diving and interactions high. We provide a holistic experience which includes breaking down sensationalistic, adrenaline-hyped advertising, treating sharks with respect, reducing the impact we have on them and their environment, educating divers about their behaviour and the threats they face. Most importantly we want to show you the sheer beauty of these fascinating sharks and give you an experience you won’t forget.
Shark Explorers is active in several research, awareness and conservation projects involving sharks and rays around the world. Whether it’s sponsoring boats and equipment, assisting with fieldwork, or donating images and video, we’re passionate about contributing towards the conservation of sharks and the oceans.
The Fleet
Shark Explorer 2
A 35ft GeeCat powered by twin 300hp low emersion 4 stroke suzuki’s. She has been custom built for White shark cage diving and offers clients a 5 star platform when out at sea. Equipped with toilet and hand basin, change room and outside freshwater shower, a top view deck which is perfect for those wishing to view the sharks from the boat.
Shark Explorer
A 9m Butt Catt powered by twin 200hp 4 stroke Suzuki’s. She was designed and built for open ocean conditions and provides stability even when seas are choppy. This fully equipped vessel has the top of the range Garmin navigation system and radar. Onboard we have a toilet and ample space for extra gear and equipment. She has a custom fitted dive rack and is well suited for divers to be comfortable in all sea conditions. She is our main dive boat in Cape town, servicing Offshore and Inshore dive trips.
Explorer 2
A 8m rib powered by twin 115hp 4 stoke Suzuki’s. Like Explorer 1, this vessel is fast, comfortable and ideal for quick exit and entry whether scuba diving or snorkeling. This wide beamed boat allows for more deck space and gear storage. This vessel is used for Sardine Run, Inshore diving, and Seal snorkeling.
Explorer 1
A 9m rib powered by twin 140hp 4 stroke Suzuki’s. This vessel is ideal for quick exit and entry whether scuba diving or snorkelling. She has been customized with a camera table that allows for underwater housings to be safe and secure off the deck. She is a fast but comfortable ride and guarantees to have you at the action first! This vessel is used for Sardine Run, Inshore and Offshore diving, and Seal snorkeling.
Great White
Our 46ft Bahamas Shark Diving Liveaboard “Great White”. This vessel is operational for all Shark Explorers Bahamas expeditions. Great White is the perfect dive platform and is stable in all sea conditions. She is equipped with 4 en-suite double state rooms, generator, AC, dive compressor and much more. This being our newest vessel, it has everything needed to give you an amazing Bahamian dive experience!
