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Zoo & Aquarium

East London Aquarium

📍 Esplanade, East London, South Africa
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★★★★☆

Quick Facts

Location
South Africa, East London
Category
Zoo & Aquarium
Duration
Recommended 1-2 hours
Address
Esplanade, East London, South Africa
Coordinates
-33.0200, 27.9100

Introduction

East London Aquarium is one of South Africa oldest aquariums, built in 1931 and located on the East London marine drive. The aquarium displays the rich marine life of the Indian Ocean, including sharks, sea turtles, tropical fish and corals. It is famous for its unique collection of Indian Ocean fish, particularly the rare potato bass and various endemic species. The aquarium also has a seal show area and touch pool, allowing visitors, especially children, to get close to marine life. As an educational institution, the aquarium actively conducts marine conservation education activities, making it an ideal place for families to learn about the Indian Ocean ecosystem.

✨ Highlights

1
Historic Aquarium
One of South Africa oldest aquariums
2
Indian Ocean Fish
Display of Indian Ocean endemic species
3
Shark Display
View various shark species up close
4
Turtle Conservation
Learn about turtle protection programs
5
Touch Pool
Children can touch small marine creatures
6
Seal Show
Watch seal feeding and performances

🛈 Practical Info

→Address:East London marine drive
→Phone:+27-43-705-2621
→Parking:Free parking in front
→Dining:Seafood restaurants nearby
→Tour:English guided tours available
→Opening Hours:Daily 09:30-16:30
→Ticket Information:Adults R45, Children (3-12 years) R25
→Transportation:On East London marine drive, 5 minutes from city centre

💡 Tips

• Ask staff for touch pool opening times
• Check seal show schedule in advance
• Aquarium is humid, bring tissues
• Good indoor option for rainy days

FAQ

What are the opening hours of East London Aquarium?

Daily 09:30-16:30

How much is the admission for East London Aquarium?

Adults R45, Children (3-12 years) R25

Any practical tips for visiting East London Aquarium?

Ask staff for touch pool opening times Check seal show schedule in advance

How long should I spend at East London Aquarium?

A typical visit takes Recommended 1-2 hours.

The above information is for reference only, please refer to official announcements