What to do and see in Gansbaai, Western Cape: The Best Things to do Adventurous

May 13, 2022 Tynisha Seiler

Gansbaai (Dutch/Afrikaans for "bay of geese," sometimes referred to as Gans Bay or Gangs Bay) is a fishing town and popular tourist destination in the Overberg District Municipality, Western Cape, South Africa. It is known for its dense population of great white sharks and as a whale-watching location.
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1. Fatbike Tours Cape Town

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Fatbike Tours Cape Town

Fatbike tours are new to South Africa! Join us on an amazing ride on Sand Dunes from 185 meters down to the cliffs. Suitable for all levels of riders and this is a bundle of fun in the Great Outdoors with breath-taking views! From ages 8-80 on our Dunes and sunset Dunes tour with a variety of routes for all levels :-) learn to ski on a bike down the dunes and ride down verticle dunes or meander between them. This is a must do activity when visiting South Africa

2. Gansbaai & Pearly Beach Horse Trails

Portion 1 Farm 321 Kleyn Hagel Kraal, Pearly Beach, Gansbaai, Overstrand 7220 South Africa +27 83 427 5674 [email protected] http://pbhorsetrails.co.za/
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Gansbaai & Pearly Beach Horse Trails

Gansbaai & Pearly Beach Horse Trails invite you on a memorable horseback adventure that will take you through a dune forest and across the pristine white sandy beaches of one of the most tranquil stretches of the Cape Whale Coastline. Enjoy individual and knowledgeable attention from your personal trail guide, Sarah Coronaios, who will share with you her passion for horses and the Overberg. Southern Right Whales are plentiful in season and the lure of a dip in the cool blue Atlantic beckons on hot trail-riding days. With over 30 years of hands-on experience in riding instruction, natural horse training and trail riding, Sarah Coronaios would like to share her passion with other horse enthusiasts. An excursion on horseback with Gansbaai and Pearly Beach Horse Trails is undoubtedly the most exhilarating way to explore one of the most secluded and pristine stretches on the Cape Whale Coast. Two well appointed, self-catering cottages are available on the farm.

Reviewed By S1219XGlaurenc

Unforgettable! Amazing hosts and beautiful horses, long white beaches, Sandunes, snacks and drinks, swimming with the horses - amazing

3. White Shark Diving Company

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White Shark Diving Company

White Shark Diving Co specializes in exclusive GREAT WHITE SHARK adventure tours in Gansbaai, Western Cape, South Africa. Rated #1 by industry peers, we strive to deliver excellence by being the only Shark Cage Diving Company to offer exclusive & private tours with limited seating capacity for extra comfort, safety and dive time! We are the exclusive carrier of all International Celebrities, VIPs and Sporting Teams. White Shark Diving Company have been advocates for the protection of the Great White Shark species; by pioneering sustainable methods of practice, founding and funding scientific research initiatives and being a key player in the development and implementation of The Great White Shark Protection Foundation of South Africa.

4. White Shark Projects

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White Shark Projects

White Shark Projects welcomes local and international tourists, divers and non-divers … anyone who wishes to encounter, dive with, or view white sharks in a safe and professional environment. White Shark Projects was established in 1989 and is a world-leading organisation that focuses on the conservation of great white sharks through responsible tourism and research. Expect excellent customer service, good value and operational efficiency.

5. Marine Dynamics

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Marine Dynamics

Marine Dynamics Shark Tours is a shark cage diving company in South Africa that is truly making a difference through research, conservation and education, and protecting the animals and environment on which it relies for a living. Every trip includes an onboard marine biologist educating clients on the iconic great white shark. African Responsible Tourism Award winner Marine Dynamics is Fair Trade Tourism certified with Blue Flag certified vessels and provides logistical and financial support to the owner established Dyer Island Conservation Trust. Marine Dynamics lives by the motto of ‘Discover and Protect’ and believes that “YOUR CHOICE MAKES A DIFFERENCE.” Marine Dynamics believes that #ScienceSavesSharks and has white shark specialists studying the iconic great white in order to drive conservation decisions for the species. We specialize in a 5-star service and meet in the thatched-roof lodge, The Great White House.

6. White Shark Safaris

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White Shark Safaris

Whether you are an adrenaline junkie, ticking off another experience on your bucket-list or planning a special family outing, we aim to give you the most exciting day of your life when you choose to come Shark Cage Diving and/or Viewing with White Shark Safaris. It is our privilege at White Shark Safaris - to offer you an opportunity to dive and view these magnificent animals in a safe and professional environment and have lots of FUN at the same time.

7. Great White Shark Tours

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Great White Shark Tours

We are a shark cage diving operation in Gansbaai, SA, offering guests white and copper shark cage diving and surface viewing. The company was founded more than 20 years ago by local legend Brian McFarlane, a professional diver and skipper who was involved with the sea, diamond diving, fishing and great white sharks for most of his life. Apex Predator, a custom-built boat, was awarded Blue Flag Status, implying that the boat is fitted with all the modern amenities to give guests a comfortable experience safely suitable for the sea conditions in the area where we are legally permitted to do shark cage diving. Imparting passion & knowledge to staff and crew, Brian has instilled respect for daily encountered marine wildlife enabling them to give guests with a truly memorable bucket list shark diving experience. 5* Tripadvisor reviews confirm our commitment to uphold marine tourism ethics thereby establishing Great White Shark Tours as one of the industry's leading white shark operators.

8. Dyer Island Cruises

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Dyer Island Cruises

"Discover & Protect"Dyer Island Cruises is a world-recognized 5-star boat based whale watching company operating in Kleinbaai, WC, South Africa. Our exclusive tours of a maximum 24 passengers offers everyone the same experience of personalized service, exceptional views, and only the best.Our team of guides/skippers/marine biologists is unique to whale watching in South Africa. Our vessel, Whale Whisperer, is custom built for boat based whale watching and superior in safety and comfort. We pride ourselves in our passion for conservation as well as customer service. And we also live by our boat's motto: "Life - an adventure to be lived, not a problem to be solved!"

9. Shark Diving Unlimited

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Shark Diving Unlimited

Shark Diving Unlimited specialises in conservation and education initiatives of all shark species around our coastline Owned by Michael Rutzen who has been working with great white sharks since 1994. Four years later Mike began freediving with great white sharks and is now known worldwide as one of the few people who is able to interact with these magnificent predators outside the safety of the cage!Breathtaking images of Mike have been featured in numerous magazines and documentaries including BEYOND FEAR (National Geographic) and SHARKMAN (Discovery). Mike’s aim is to portray positive images of great white sharks in order to dispel the ‘JAWS’ myth.Mike is a PADI Instructor and the only person in the world qualified to teach the prestigious Great White Shark Distinctive Specialty PADI course. He is a qualified skipper, First Aid instructor, qualified rebreather, nitrox and commercial diver. Your skipper Frank Rutzen has spent his life on the ocean from Kwa-Zulu Natal to the Western Cape. He has worked in the great white shark cage diving industry since 1995 and has a passion for wildlife and an extensive knowledge of the Dyer Island marine ecosystem.Nsunda is a qualified South African tour guide and qualified scuba diver. He will help you with all your diving equipment needs and make sure that your day runs smoothly!Shark Diving Unlimited was the company of choice for HRH Prince Harry, His Majesty King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein, Leonardo Di Caprio and Brad Pitt.

10. Shark Cage Diving South Africa

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Shark Cage Diving South Africa

Thrilling cage diving experience close to Cape Town .A unique opportunity to visit the wonder of the great white shark in a safe and professional environment . Experience sheer adrenalin of meeting great white sharks .

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