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 ocean through experiential education programmes that focus on sharks and local marine ecosystems, in order to nurture awareness, encourage environmentally responsible actions and develop a healthy respect for sharks.
Bookings

The Save Our Seas Foundation Shark Education Centre is open for guided tours (max. 6 people) and school group bookings (max. 20 people) under the current Covid-19 restrictions. Please click on this link for further information.
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