Members-only: The Festive Family Sleepover is here!

Spend a magical night at the Aquarium on 6 December 2025, exploring your favourite exhibits after dark and seeing what the turtles, sharks, eels, and other ocean favourites get up to when our visitors go home. It’s a relaxed and family-friendly overnight adventure designed to bring a bit of December sparkle - ocean style.

Remember, this event is only open to Two Oceans Aquarium members. If you're not a member yet, become one today!

Family fun and fascination!

Children can dive into turtle-themed crafts, enjoy a cosy movie night, and take part in festive crafts and activities throughout the evening. Keep an eye out for a surprise guest - an extra highlight to make the night even more memorable. As the lights dim, you’ll settle in to sleep among the exhibits, surrounded by the gentle sounds of the ocean. In the morning, wake up to a buffet breakfast to fuel the rest of your Aquarium adventure.

• When: Saturday, 6 December to Sunday, 7 December 2025
• Where: Two Oceans Aquarium - You'll be sleeping in the I&J Ocean Exhibit, Save Our Seas Foundation Shark Exhibit, and Kelp Forest Exhibit areas
• Who: Active Two Oceans Aquarium members
• What to pack:
  • Picnic supper for the evening, sleeping bag and mattresses, pillows, blankets, toiletries (no shower facilities), change of clothes, snacks, and your own water bottle.
  • You may want to bring earplugs and/or sleeping masks if you are a light sleeper.
  • You may bring electronics, but please be considerate of other guests.
  • NB: No tents or flashlights are allowed.
• Cost: R395 (adults), R380 (children 2 - 17). We regret no under-2s. The cost includes kids' craft activities, educational entertainment, and a buffet breakfast in the morning.
• Parking: Parking is available across the road from the Aquarium in the Portswood Garage. Parking ticket validation will be available for R55 from the Aquarium staff after the sleepover.
• Please note: Children need to be accompanied by an adult.

To book your spot at the Family Sleepover or to become a member, please contact our Members Centre at 021 418 3823 or members@aquarium.co.za.

Booking is essential. Tickets sell very quickly, so get yours soon!