July 1 to Sept 8
July 1 to Sept 1: Two trips daily
Sept 2 to Sept 8: One trip daily
Sambro (20 Basinview Rd, Sambro, NS B3V 1L4)
Guests can view sharks from the boat or experience these incredible creatures underwater from the safety of our shark cage; scuba certification is not required. Air is supplied to cage divers from surface hoses via a hookah system. Expeditions contribute to ongoing shark research. Join us to Cage Dive for Science!
Shark species that are likely to be encountered include Blue, Mako, and Porbeagle. Blue sharks are the most common around the cage.
10 years old (Participants under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 19 years old).
The boat departs and returns from Sambro, a small fishing community outside downtown Halifax. While accommodation and transport to the dock in Sambro are not included, we have partnerships with several businesses that offer our guests special discounted rates on accommodations and local transportation. Details are provided in confirmation emails sent after bookings.
Every day offers a unique adventure. Booking multiple days increases your chances of seeing various shark species, observing unique behaviors, and enjoying optimal weather conditions. We offer 10%, 12%, and 15% discounts off entire bookings of 3, 4, and 5 days, respectively. Discounts will be automatically applied at checkout when you book 3, 4, and 5 different expeditions; expeditions don’t have to be consecutive dates or times to take advantage of this multi-day discount.
Reserve your spot online by selecting a date in the calendar or call 902-943-6139.
All prices are in Canadian dollars (CAD), plus tax.
Don’t just take our word for it! Hear from fellow adventurers who have experienced the thrill of our shark expeditions firsthand.
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)
July to end of October
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