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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.
International Day of Women and Girls in Science
In honour of every woman and girl entering the field of science within the Antarctic, sub-Antarctic and Southern Ocean. Be inspired by the Women in Antarctic, sub-Antarctic and...
Endurance 22 – Reach the World
The year is 1914, with the imminent threat of World War I, Sir Ernest Shackleton was on the cusp of embarking on a journey to the uncharted South Ocean and treacherous Antarctic...
The Gough Bunting – First issue of G67
In this edition: Meet the 67th Gough Island Overwintering Team Prof Marthan Bester writes about Fur Seal pup weighing at Tristan da Cunha Islands (2009 - 2021) Read more about...
Welcome home SANAE 60
The 60th South African National Antarctic Expedition (SANAE) team returned to Cape Town. Departure to Antarctica: 25 December 2020. Arrival in Cape Town: 29 January 2022....
International Day of Women and Girls in Science
In honour of every woman and girl entering the field of science within the Antarctic, sub-Antarctic and Southern Ocean. Be inspired by the Women in Antarctic, sub-Antarctic and Southern Ocean Science. [gallery columns="2" size="large"...
Endurance 22 – Reach the World
The year is 1914, with the imminent threat of World War I, Sir Ernest Shackleton was on the cusp of embarking on a journey to the uncharted South Ocean and treacherous Antarctic region. Upon learning about the mobilization of troops, supplies and volunteer soldiers,...
The Gough Bunting – First issue of G67
In this edition: Meet the 67th Gough Island Overwintering Team Prof Marthan Bester writes about Fur Seal pup weighing at Tristan da Cunha Islands (2009 - 2021) Read more about the Edinburgh ship - connecting Gough with the mainland More about the million breeding...
Welcome home SANAE 60
The 60th South African National Antarctic Expedition (SANAE) team returned to Cape Town. Departure to Antarctica: 25 December 2020. Arrival in Cape Town: 29 January 2022. [gallery...
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SANAE IV.
Gough Island.
Marion Island.
S.A. Agulhas II.
South African icebreaking polar supply and research ship.
