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For our Marine Sciences FET learners, Exposure Days are an opportunity to step beyond theory and experience the wonders of the ocean world first-hand. These practical sessions bring classroom theory to life, spark curiosity, and deepen understanding.

Cape Town’s marine conservation challenges took centre stage at a recent public information session that brought locals, scientists, and city officials together. 

Between July and August, the Two Oceans Aquarium and its Foundation had the pleasure of hosting a group of international veterinary students and their two facilitators from America, Canada, Hong Kong, South Africa, and Northern Ireland as part of a Marine Vet Course organised by Worldwide Vets. 

Recently, the Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation hosted Seal Health Week for marine conservationists, veterinarians, researchers, and government partners to confront pressing challenges facing seal populations along the Southern African coastline.

Are you in Grade 10 and fascinated by the ocean’s mysteries? Do you dream of exploring marine ecosystems, studying sea creatures, and helping protect our oceans? If so, the Young Biologist Course sponsored by De Beers is your perfect first dive into the world of marine science!

Have you ever visited the Two Oceans Aquarium and wondered what it’s like to work with sharks, penguins, and other incredible ocean animals? For our team, their passion for the ocean actually started long before they began working at the Aquarium. In this Q&A, three staff members share the journeys that brought them here, delve into their roles at the Aquarium, and offer advice for aspiring marine careers. 

South Africa’s west coast is home to one of the most incredible kelp forest systems in the world: The Great African Seaforest. While roughly 25% of our blue planet is covered with kelp forests, many of these have experienced drastic declines over recent years as the ocean warms. Our Great African Seaforest is one of the few that have not wilted in the face of climate change – with this in mind, is it not crucial that its stewards appreciate its value and know how best to conserve it for future generations? 

We have a little something for the adults who are interested in volunteering at the Aquarium.  

As South Africans, we wear our heritage with pride, from our languages to our landscapes. While the Big Five take the spotlight on land, there’s an equally remarkable group of animals beneath the waves. This Heritage Month, the Two Oceans Aquarium is celebrating some of the ocean’s “proudly South African” species: Red stumpnose, galjoen, South African butterflyfish, zebra fish, and white steenbras.

It's so easy to be captivated by the “stars of the show” at the Two Oceans Aquarium that you might miss out on some of the smaller, lesser-known animals that are just as fascinating.

It has been 640 days since Nobomvu, an adult female loggerhead turtle with an inspiring story, was released back into her ocean home! Let's catch up on her latest satellite tracking data.