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World Ocean Day
Every day is World Ocean Day at the Two Oceans Aquarium where our work is dedicated to inspiring action for the well-being of the ocean. We are part of local and global efforts to conserve species and care for ecosystems; to educate and raise awareness; to urge governments for greater protection of the ocean and its inhabitants; to inspire behaviour change; and to showcase the beauty of life from one of the wildest places left on the planet.
Take a dive into exciting ocean courses from Grades 7-12 this school holiday
Winter school holidays are quickly approaching! Are you looking for an exciting holiday programme for your child to dive into? Is your child curious about the ocean or interested in an ocean-related future career? If your answer is YES, look no further than the Two Oceans Aquarium situated at the V&A Waterfront for their specialised course offerings.
Looking back at an AMAZING Trash Bash!
Thank you to everyone who made this past Trash Bash one of the best yet! We're happy to report an amazing turnout and a large amount of trash collected! See you all at the next one.
Looking back at an AMAZING Trash Bash!
Thank you to everyone who made this past Trash Bash one of the best yet! We're happy to report an amazing turnout and a large amount of trash collected! See you all at the next one.
The Magic of De Hoop: Five turtles successfully released into De Hoop Nature Reserve
In the last month, the Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation’s Turtle Conservation Centre celebrated not one but two turtle releases! On World Sea Turtle Day, what better way to celebrate than with news of the successful release of five rehabilitated turtles?
Types of seabirds in the V&A Waterfront
The V&A Waterfront is a popular lifestyle destination for thousands of people, as well as a hive of activity for marine wildlife. The Two Oceans Aquarium is the perfect mediator between the humans and wildlife that call the Waterfront home.
Part of this ecosystem is a population of seabirds. These range from terns and cormorants to bigger species like gulls and gooses. Seabirds are a vital part of a healthy ocean ecosystem, and we love having them as a part of our skyline.
Protect our ocean at Trash Bash on 15 July 2023!
The ocean needs us, and we want to make a difference. We’re cleaning up Mouille Point Beach from 09h00 to 11h00 on Saturday, 15 July 2023, and we want YOU to help!
Tracking Bob: Catching currents with the turtle crew
It’s been an exciting month for turtles! Not only did we release five turtles, but we’ve also just heard some exciting updates from Bob, Litchi, Pan, and Turbo! Let's hear more about Bob, Pan, Litchi, and Turbo from Talitha Noble, Conservation Manager at the Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation.
Coral in crochet: Our new installation
An explosion of colour and texture – our new coral reef installation is made entirely of crochet! Check it out on the ramp between the Touch Pools and the Penguin Exhibit – colourful, larger-than-life, and fluffy as anything; it’s hard to miss…
Happy Cephalopod Week!
This week, the world celebrated Cephalopod Week. The common octopus (Octopus vulgaris) in the Diversity Gallery is mysterious, alien, and otherworldly – you may just miss it, camouflaged against the rocks and seaweed. In celebration of Cephalopod Week, we’re highlighting these tentacled beauties!
Going Plastic-Free: How can I help?
Many ocean-minded people celebrate Plastic Free July: a time when we reflect on our plastic usage and how we can make better choices as consumers and positively impact the environment. Let's get a better understanding of what plastic is, where it came from, and what our role is in the cycle of pollution.
Kelp Night
Kelp Night takes place on the evening of 1 August 2023 at the Two Oceans Aquarium, with three incredible speakers sharing their unique perspectives on the science, beauty, and value of the kelp forests of our local Marine Protected Areas. Guests are in for a kelptastic treat - we'll be joined by The Kelp Shack and Blackwood Spirits, who will share some unique kelp-based canapes and cocktails during the interval! Meet our speakers and guests below...