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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.
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The South African National Antarctic Programme (SANAP) consists of three stations, countless research projects, and a history of dedicated team members.
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Latest News.
World Environment Day 5 June 2025
Today, on World Environment Day, SANAP join the global community in recognizing the vital importance of our planet’s ecosystems — and reaffirm its commitment to understanding and...
Celebrating Environment Month: Honouring Our Southernmost Ecosystems
June is Environment Month under the theme "Think, Eat, Save and reduce your foodprint" June marks National Environment Month in South Africa — a time for reflection, awareness,...
Jobs available: Gough Overwintering Team 2025-2026
The South African National Antarctic Programme (SANAP) invites applications for the next Gough Island Overwintering Team, who will be stationed at Gough Base from September 2025...
Celebrating the International Day for Biological Diversity with SANAP – 22 May 2025
The United Nations has designated May 22 as the International Day for Biological Diversity (IDB), a day to reflect on the vital role biodiversity plays in sustaining life on...
World Environment Day 5 June 2025
Today, on World Environment Day, SANAP join the global community in recognizing the vital importance of our planet’s ecosystems — and reaffirm its commitment to understanding and protecting one of the most extreme, yet crucial, environments on Earth: The Southern...
Celebrating Environment Month: Honouring Our Southernmost Ecosystems
June is Environment Month under the theme "Think, Eat, Save and reduce your foodprint" June marks National Environment Month in South Africa — a time for reflection, awareness, and action toward safeguarding our natural world. Spearheaded by the Department of...
Jobs available: Gough Overwintering Team 2025-2026
The South African National Antarctic Programme (SANAP) invites applications for the next Gough Island Overwintering Team, who will be stationed at Gough Base from September 2025 to October 2026. Gough Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, lies over 2,500 km from South...
Celebrating the International Day for Biological Diversity with SANAP – 22 May 2025
The United Nations has designated May 22 as the International Day for Biological Diversity (IDB), a day to reflect on the vital role biodiversity plays in sustaining life on Earth. The 2025 theme, "Harmony with Nature and Sustainable Development," underscores the...
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SANAE IV.
Gough Island.
Marion Island.
S.A. Agulhas II.
South African icebreaking polar supply and research ship.
