About Apex Shark Expeditions
Apex Shark Expeditions is Cape Town's most renowned shark cage diving operator, launching from the historic naval harbour of Simon's Town on the False Bay coast. Founded in 1996, Apex has built an unmatched 30-year track record of safe, science-driven great white shark encounters and has earned the trust of filmmakers from National Geographic, Discovery Channel, BBC, and Animal Planet. Their custom-built research vessel and experienced marine biologist crew ensure every trip doubles as an educational experience about apex predators and the broader marine ecosystem.
Trips depart from Simon's Town and head to Seal Island in False Bay, one of the world's premier shark observation sites. In addition to cage diving, Apex offers surface viewing of seal colonies, dolphins, African penguins, and seasonal whale sightings. Their cage accommodates up to four divers at a time, and no scuba certification is required — snorkel gear and full safety briefings are provided. The boat carries a maximum of 30 guests to keep the experience intimate and well-managed.
What sets Apex apart is their deep commitment to marine conservation research. They partner with the University of Miami's Shark Research Lab on long-term population studies and have contributed data to dozens of peer-reviewed papers. Their 100% safety record across three decades is unrivalled in the industry, and their crew includes some of South Africa's most experienced shark specialists. For anyone visiting Cape Town who wants a world-class shark encounter backed by real science, Apex is the gold standard.
