Overview
Experience the sharks of Nova Scotia from above and below the water. This expedition is all about exploration, giving participants the opportunity to experience the Ocean’s apex predator, while learning from shark experts and contributing to shark research that occurs onboard every trip. Witness the sharks above the water from the comfort of our boat or dare to experience them face-to-face underwater in our specialized shark cage; scuba-certification is not required. Air is supplied to divers in the cage via a hooka system.
Sharks that may be encountered include Blue Sharks, Great Whites, Mako, and Porbeagle, with the most common being Blue Sharks. ASE is authorized to conduct scientific research with Great White Sharks via a permit by the Canadian Government under the Species at Risk Act.
About
- Daily Cage Diving Expeditions run from July through the end of October
- Boat departs and returns daily from Cable Wharf on the Halifax Waterfront
- Timings: 8:00 am to 3:00 pm (5:30 pm return for Edu-Enhanced Expeditions)
- Educational briefings from our onboard marine biologists
- Shark viewing from above or below water from the safety of our cage
- Contribute as a Citizen Scientist by sharing trip photos and info collected onboard
What's Included
- Shark viewing and participation in citizen science
- Experienced captain and crew
- Onboard snacks and refreshments
- Shark cage diving (weather permitting)
- Mask and snorkel; wetsuits (sizes: S-3XL), gloves, dive hood, and boots
- Surface supplied air to cage divers via hooka system
- Lectures on shark biology by Dr. Neil Hammerschlag (only Edu-Enhanced Expeditions)
- Breakfast and lunch (only Edu-Enhanced Expeditions)
Not Included
- Flights
- Accommodations
- Transfers to hotel or dock
- Meals (except breakfast and lunch included in Edu-Enhanced Expeditions)
Reserve Your Spot
Book online or call to reserve: 902-943-6139
Daily Cage Diving Expeditions
Daily expeditions departing from the Halifax Harbour
1-Day Package
3-Day Package
5-Day Package
Edu-Enhanced Expeditions
Cage diving trips + land-based lectures; 3-day package; Only offered July 29-31, Sept 27-29, Oct 18-20
Edu-Enhanced Package
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FAQ
Got questions? We’ve got answers! Browse our FAQs to find information on booking, safety measures, wildlife encounters, and more.
No. In fact, some of the best shark viewing is above water, watching these amazing animals cruise by the boat.
No. Experiencing the sharks underwater from the safety of the cage does not require scuba diving or scuba certification. Cage divers are supplied with surface air via a hosed hookah system.
The closest major airport is Halifax Stanfield International Airport (airport code: YHZ)
- From Boston MA ~1h 19m
- From New York NY ~1h 46m
- From London England ~ 6h 45m
- From Toronto CA ~ 2h 10 m
July to end of October
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