Atlantic Shark Expeditions

09/03/2026

Cage Diving for Science: Atlantic Shark Expeditions in collaboration with the Shark Research Foundation is authorized to conduct scientific research with Great White Sharks via a permit by the Canadian Government under the Species at Risk Act. Through this research, ecotourists have the privilege of joining researchers on boat-based expeditions to search for sharks, view sharks from the boat and/or underwater from the cage, learn from the research team, and observe scientific activities.

Video by Geraldine Fernandez // permit DFO-MAR-2026-8A

08/28/2026

Every day is different, from shark activity to weather conditions, to scientific outcomes. One thing remains constant - the privilege of experiencing and working with these magnificent animals in the wild.

Activities conducted under permit DFO-MAR-2026-8A

Video by Neil Hammerschlag

08/25/2026

Do Baited Shark Dives Increase the Risk of Shark Bite? The Science Says No.
Dive in to this blog to learn more: https://atlanticsharkexp.com/do-baited-shark-dives-increase-the-risk-of-shark-bites-the-science-says-no/

08/25/2026

08/20/2026

A great white shark says hi to our cage diver citizen scientists.

If you are cage diving for science with us this season, drop a shark emoji 🦈 in the comments.

Activities conducted under research permit DFO-MAR-2026-08a.

Video: Geraldine Fernandez

08/16/2026

SRF’s Dr. Neil Hammerschlag, in collaboration with the Atlantic Shark Expeditions team, has satellite-tagged a 10-foot male great white shark off the southwest coast of Nova Scotia!
This remarkable shark was adopted and named “Rocky” by Rock The Ocean through a donation, although some may also know him as “Mystic.”

Rocky was first encountered and satellite-tagged by our team one year ago. The tag tracked his movements for six months, including his migration all the way to the coast of Florida, before detaching.

Now, nearly eight months after his tag stopped transmitting, Rocky has returned to Nova Scotia. He was resighted in healthy condition, allowing Dr. Neil to satellite-tag him for a second time.

Tracking Rocky across consecutive years will provide a rare opportunity to investigate whether he follows similar movement and migration patterns from one year to the next. Stay tuned to see where Rocky goes next!

Research authorized under Species at Risk Permit: DFO-MAR-2026-08a

Photo: Magdeline Dunn

08/12/2026

Last minute availability for our great white shark expedition tomorrow (Thursday) off Southwest Nova Scotia.

Great White Expeditions: Experience the thrill of shark viewing from the boat or get up close underwater in a secure cage. Suitable for ages 10 and up, this adventure supports shark research and offers the chance to encounter Great White sharks. No scuba certification required. Includes all necessar...