Hi there everyone, hope you all enjoyed your cage diving excursion with marine dynamics. Below is a list of water conditions and stats about the sharks sighted on your trip, along with the best photos of the day.

Date: 22-07-07

Location:  Geldsteen

Sea condition: Choppy

Water Temperature: 14.5C 

Wind direction: N

Current direction: S

Wind speed: 1-4kts

Water visibility: 4-5m

Cloud coverage: 30%

Water depth: 18m

Bait Type: Skipjack tuna

Arrival time: 9:38AM

No of sharks sighted: 10

Respective individual lengths: 3.0m, 2.0m, 2.5m, 2.5m, 2.5m, 3.0m, 2.0m, 3.5m, 2.5m, 2.5m.

Note:   Today's trip was definitely a success, with the first shark arriving about fifteen minutes after anchoring.  Several of today's sharks were found to be resights from previous days, including the first, third, fourth, and ninth sharks.  The first, sixth, ninth, and tenth sharks were identified as males, while the fifth shark was a female.  The eigth shark, in particular, gave great viewing with its vertical approach to the bait and rolling its eyes back.  Many thanks, regards.

Photography by Johan Brits and Alison Towner, text by Marybeth Gay, Marine Dynamics.

Date: 21-07-07

Location:  Shark Alley

Sea condition: Choppy

Water Temperature: 14.4C 

Wind direction: SE

Current direction: NW

Wind speed: 1-4kts

Water visibility: 3-4m

Cloud coverage: 80%

Water depth: 12.4 m

Bait Type: Skipjack tuna

Arrival time: 10:16 AM

No of sharks sighted: 6

Respective individual lengths: 2.0m, 2.5m, 2.5m, 2.5m, 2.5m, 3.0m.

Note: Despite the rough weather, six sharks in total were sighted today.  The first, arriving only fifteen minutes after anchoring, was a light grey juvenile.  The fourth shark surprised everyone on board with its vertical lunge at the bait.  Unfortunately, we were only able to identify the sex of the fifth shark, a 2.5m male, recognizable by a hook on the right side of the mouth.  Thanks to Renee for serenading everyone with her beautiful voice! Many thanks, regards.

Photography by Johan Brits and Alison Towner, text by Marybeth Gay, Marine Dynamics.

Note:  After a slow start to the day we were very fortunate to see 7 spectacular sharks. The first shark on arrival was a male, as were the fourth and fifth sharks. All other individuals were identified as females. One shark was a resight the afternoon trip on the fifteenth, with its distinctive white scar above the head. Shark 7 was the largest shark of the day displaying very relaxed behaviour and approaching the decoy confidently. Three southern right whales also accompanied us on arrival at the first location, successful day in all, many thanks, regards.

Photography and text by Johan Brits and Alison Towner , Marine Dynamics.

Note:  Despite some choppy weather, the trip started off great, with sightings of bottlenose dolphins along our route.  Once anchored, the sharks quickly arrived to the boat, taking only about fifteen minutes.  Many aboard were fortunate enough to witness predation in the distance, with a White Shark leaping out of the water while chasing a seal.  While anchored, seven sharks in total were sighted.  The first, third, and fourth were identified as females, while the second and fifth were males.  In addition, everyone was lucky to see a full breach out of the water while we towed the decoy behind Geyser Rock.  Thanks to all, regards.Photography by Johan Brits and Alison Towner , text by Marybeth Gay, Marine Dynamics.