Coronavirus (COVID-19)

ALL SERVICES SUSPENDED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS: For nearly 20 years, we have been guided by our values, which are at the heart of our business. These values will guide us now as we face the uncertainty and impact brought about by the Coronavirus (COVID-19). The safety of our people and you, our valued customers, is our greatest priority. We are working closely with medical experts to vigilantly monitor the situation in our country and are taking guidance from the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) as well as the World Health Organisation and the Department of Health to inform our approach. To heed the call for social distancing, we have taken the decision to suspend our Hop-On Hop-Off open top bus for an initial period until at least Thursday 30 April. For the latest information directly from the South African Government, please click HERE.

Two Oceans Aquarium

TOUR DESCRIPTION

The Two Oceans Aquarium in Cape Town is all about fun and entertainment, for adults and kids alike. See over 3,000 creatures, from the smallest species to yellowfin tunas and sharks. A Must-See!

3,000 creatures on show

Specific exhibits for kids

10-metre long tunnel to view subtropical species

Instant confirmation - Mobile ticket

Important Information

Two Oceans Aquarium has closed temporarily in response to COVID-19 pandemic

Dock road, V&A Waterfront (next to bus stop 1)

09:30 - 18:00 (weekdays) and
09:00 - 18:00 (Saturdays and Sundays)

Every day - this ticket is valid for single entry for 14 days after the chosen date

Ticket allows fast track entry

Entry to the Aquarium

Souvenirs, food, drinks

Please see the MEGA PASS

HIGHLIGHTS

Eco-system
Hide with the Clown fish
Open Ocean Exhibit
Diving at the Aquarium
Conditions are always perfect
Aquarium Penguins
Meet a Penguin up-close

MORE INFORMATION

3,000 creatures on show, from microscopical to sharks
Specific exhibits for kids
New I&J Exhibit: a 10-metre long tunnel to view subtropical species

Description

With more than 3,000 creatures on show, the Two Oceans Aquarium provides a diverse showcase of Atlantic and Indian Ocean marine life. Explore different underwater species from the Ocean Basket Kelp Forest, which also showcases the unique kelp that is found on Cape Town beaches. Check out what sea life looks like under a microscope, and explore the Indian Ocean. View mesmerising exhibits that features the dazzling colours of its fish, translucent jellies, shy octopuses and Knysna seahorses. Make a point to check out the new I&J Exhibit, a 10-meter long tunnel that gives a peek at a variety of subtropical species.

History

The Two Oceans Aquarium was first opened in November 1995. While the aquarium is all about fun and entertainment, it is also devoted to education and conservation for a number of species of marine life. The staff are involved in a number of important tasks around Cape Town, including freeing seals tangled in litter, assisting injured or stranded starfish and conducting research on harmful fish parasites and other health problems affecting aquatic life. In fact, many of the aquarium’s animals were rescued and are either recuperating from injuries or trauma, or can either no longer live in the wild.