Today was absolutely amazing! Although we had to wake up bright and early to load the buses at 5:30 am, we didn’t mind because we were full of excitement and eager to go shark cage diving! I have to say that I was quite nervous and my stomach was completely full of knots, but everyone in our group came together to support and encourage one another. After we arrived and unloaded the bus, we settled down to a nice breakfast before we faced the great white shark- another creature that was probably getting ready to feast on his own breakfast (and we were just hoping it wouldn’t be us!). The captains then escorted us to the boat so we could begin our adventure at sea. The sight we were brought to is nationally known for it’s numerous great white sharks, and it is actually feeding season in South Africa so the chances of seeing a great white doubles! We were then divided into groups of four to go into the cage where we would be dropped into the ocean to experience some one-on-one time with a great white shark. As we climbed into the cages and dropped down into the cold water, our fear suddenly turned into anticipation and excitement! The crew was able to lure in quite a few sharks, and they came within touching distance to our cage. We could physically touch this man eating creature if we wanted to- we were that close! At one point, one of the sharks came close to biting the edge of the cage and we were able to see his enormous, sharp, and intimidating teeth. It was such an incredible experience, and every one in our boat was lucky enough to see at least one shark while submerged in the cage. The adrenaline that overcame us was extraordinary, and it was such a rush to swim with one of the most feared animals in the ocean. I have to say that today was yet another incredible day in South Africa. This country never ceases to enchant me.
-Liz Stone
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