“I'm grateful, I'm sad but I'm also overjoyed. I walked into this aquarium with no expectations, a little nervous but excited and ready to take on something new, I leave today with so much knowledge, so much love and even more excitement because when you find something that you are truly passionate about it is a life changing experience.” Katie

Get up close and personal with sharks, turtles, penguins, fish and other marine creatures at this incredible aquarium in the heart of spectacular Cape Town.

With Cape Town’s unique positioning where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet, the aquarium is ideally positioned to showcase an incredible diversity of marine life – and with over 3,000 living sea creatures this underwater nature reserve does not disappoint !
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Join this dedicated team of young, dynamic marine biologists and support staff who are committed to the marine environment and are passionate about their work. As a volunteer, you’ll assist with a variety of tasks such as cleaning displays, prepping food and keeping the residents and visitors happy. You may even get involved in open water rescue missions or animal releases!

Snapshot

  • Start Dates : Mondays year round
  • Pricing :
    • 4 weeks AU$1,895 / NZ$2,095
    • 6 weeks AU$2,395 / NZ$2,695
    • 8 weeks AU$2,895 / NZ$3,295
    • 12 weeks AU$3,695 / NZ$4,195
  • Minimum Age : 18
  • Fly In / Out : Cape Town (CPT)
  • What’s included: Accommodation, airport meet-and-greet, transfer to project location, briefing, local 24/7 support
  • What’s not included in cost: Meals, flights, return airport transfer
  • Accommodation: Private room in volunteer/internship house, shared bathroom
  • Food:  Self-catering (budget approx. $90 per week)

Trip highlights

  • Behind the scenes experience in a world-class aquarium
  • Experience amazing Cape Town and all that it can offer
  • Learn from a passionate team of marine scientists
  • Opportunities to join open water rescues, releases or food gathering missions​
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