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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.
Learn more
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.
The Wanderer new issue now available online
October newsletter now available online. Read about the activities of the overwintering team. Catch up on the news and try out their vegan recipe. and enjoy the moemnts capture...
Marion Island Jobs open 2022-2023
Job opportunities available on Marion Island Overwintering Team - download the job description below and complete a Z83 available on the website. Closing date for applications is...
The Gough Bunting – September 2021
Final Newsletter from Gough 66 Overwintering team, Read in this issue Final Words from the team leader: " Our 13 months on the island has been filled with a lot of adventure...
South African Polar Research Infrastructure (SAPRI): Feedback and start of the Preparatory Phase
South African Polar Research Infrastructure (SAPRI): Launch of the Preparatory Phase The SAPRI team is pleased to inform you that the contractual agreement for the starting of...
The Wanderer new issue now available online
October newsletter now available online. Read about the activities of the overwintering team. Catch up on the news and try out their vegan recipe. and enjoy the moemnts capture on camera KILLER WHALER DIARIES WONDERFUL OLA, THE BEST GIANT PETREL FANGED FISH BIRDER'S...
Marion Island Jobs open 2022-2023
Job opportunities available on Marion Island Overwintering Team - download the job description below and complete a Z83 available on the website. Closing date for applications is 18 October 2021. Environmental...
The Gough Bunting – September 2021
Final Newsletter from Gough 66 Overwintering team, Read in this issue Final Words from the team leader: " Our 13 months on the island has been filled with a lot of adventure and we were part of history in the making, we accommodated the Geo Searcher crew after...
South African Polar Research Infrastructure (SAPRI): Feedback and start of the Preparatory Phase
South African Polar Research Infrastructure (SAPRI): Launch of the Preparatory Phase The SAPRI team is pleased to inform you that the contractual agreement for the starting of the SAPRI implementation phase is being finalized between the Department of Science and...
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Galleries.
SANAE IV.
Gough Island.
Marion Island.
S.A. Agulhas II.
South African icebreaking polar supply and research ship.
