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Vessels & Stations.
S.A. Agulhas II
S.A. Agulhas II is a South African ice breaking polar supply and research ship owned by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE).
SANAE IV
The first South African National Antarctic Expedition (SANAE) departed in 1959.
Marion Island
The Marion base is used mainly for environmental/biological research, and weather data collection.
Gough Island
South Africa has been operating a weather station on Gough Island since 1956.
SANAE IV
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Expeditions &
Operations.
Voyages to Antarctica, Marion Island and Gough Island take place annually to replenish supplies and exchange personnel.
Team Structure.
Supplies.
The Voyage.
Living at the Station.
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Discover.
The South African National Antarctic Programme (SANAP) consists of three stations, countless research projects, and a history of dedicated team members.
Team Photos.
Research.
Newsletters.
Legacy.
What’s happening
Latest News.
PHOCIS workshop 25 – 29 August 2025
Pelagic High Seas Ocean Ecoregionalisation of the Indian Subantarctic (PHOCIS) will be holding a workshop in Cape Town, South Africa, 25 - 29 August 2025. The main...
Postdoctoral Fellowship – Understanding Mouse Impacts on Sub-Antarctic Marion Island
An exciting postdoctoral fellowship is offered on our South African National Antarctic Programme project
“Towards a comprehensive understanding of impacts of the invasive house mouse on the terrestrial
biodiversity of Marion Island”.
World Krill Day – Celebrating Tiny Giants of the Southern Ocean
Today we celebrate the tiny giants of the Southern Ocean – Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba)! These small crustaceans are a vital food source for penguins, seals, and whales, and play a big role in keeping our ocean healthy.
Celebrating the women of SANAP on Women’s Day
Celebrating the Women of SANAP this Women’s Month
Ukubhiyozela Amabhinqa SANAP kule Nyanga Yabafazi
Sibungaza Abesifazane SANAP Kule Nyanga Yabesifazane
Ho Keteka Basali SANAP Kgweding ya Basadi
Ons Vier die Vroue van SANAP in Vrouemaand
PHOCIS workshop 25 – 29 August 2025
Pelagic High Seas Ocean Ecoregionalisation of the Indian Subantarctic (PHOCIS) will be holding a workshop in Cape Town, South Africa, 25 - 29 August 2025. The main objectives for the Cape Town workshop will be for participants to present and discuss progress on...
Postdoctoral Fellowship – Understanding Mouse Impacts on Sub-Antarctic Marion Island
An exciting postdoctoral fellowship is offered on our South African National Antarctic Programme project
“Towards a comprehensive understanding of impacts of the invasive house mouse on the terrestrial
biodiversity of Marion Island”.
World Krill Day – Celebrating Tiny Giants of the Southern Ocean
Today we celebrate the tiny giants of the Southern Ocean – Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba)! These small crustaceans are a vital food source for penguins, seals, and whales, and play a big role in keeping our ocean healthy.
Celebrating the women of SANAP on Women’s Day
Celebrating the Women of SANAP this Women’s Month
Ukubhiyozela Amabhinqa SANAP kule Nyanga Yabafazi
Sibungaza Abesifazane SANAP Kule Nyanga Yabesifazane
Ho Keteka Basali SANAP Kgweding ya Basadi
Ons Vier die Vroue van SANAP in Vrouemaand
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Galleries.
SANAE IV.
Gough Island.
Marion Island.
S.A. Agulhas II.
South African icebreaking polar supply and research ship.
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Events.
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International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer
International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer
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Videos.
Visit the Antarctic Legacy of South Africa’s YouTube channel for videos and insights from their work in the Antarctic region.
