Welcome

The SOSF Shark Education Centre is an attraction not to be missed. It boasts a carefully selected collection of state-of-the-art exhibits that ensures that children and adults are able to learn through play and exploration, with each of their different senses engaged. This facilitates a truly immersive and stimulating educational experience while they are having fun.

What we do

We connect the public to the marine environment through experiential education programmes that focus on sharks and local marine ecosystems in order to nurture ocean awareness and environmentally responsible actions.

Contact us

CLOSED

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the Shark Education Centre is unfortunately currently closed to the public. Please check back with us for more updates, or watch our Facebook page.

Address and directions
28 Main Rd, Kalk Bay
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Tel: +27 (0)21 788 6694

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