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🦁 Zoos & Aquariums for Kids in Claremont, South Africa

4 zoos, aquariums, and animal encounters rated and reviewed by families.

Activities & Venues in Claremont

Two Oceans Aquarium aquarium in Cape Town, WC🐠 Aquarium
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4.6(24,500)$$5 mi away

The Two Oceans Aquarium offers an incredible underwater journey where kids can meet African penguins, touch sea creatures in interactive pools, and explore exhibits showcasing marine life from both the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. Located at the iconic V&A Waterfront, this world-class aquarium combines education with hands-on experiences that will captivate children while teaching them about South Africa's unique marine ecosystems.

🕑 2.5 to 3 hours

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World of Birds Wildlife Sanctuary & Monkey Park park in Hout Bay, WC🦁 Zoo
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World of Birds Wildlife Sanctuary & Monkey Park is Africa's largest bird park and a fantastic family destination where kids can walk through massive aviaries housing over 3,000 birds, hand-feed colorful parrots, and watch playful monkeys in action. The interactive feeding experiences and educational shows make this more than just a viewing experience, allowing children to connect with wildlife in a safe, engaging environment while learning about conservation.

🕑 2.5 to 3.5 hours

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🐠 Aquarium

Two Oceans Aquarium offers an incredible underwater journey through South Africa's unique marine ecosystems where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet. Kids can get hands-on at interactive touch pools, come face-to-face with African penguins, and marvel at sharks, rays, and colorful reef fish in massive tanks. The waterfront location at the V&A Waterfront makes it easy to combine with other family activities and dining.

🕑 2 to 3 hours

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🦁 Zoo

World of Birds Wildlife Sanctuary in scenic Hout Bay is Africa's largest bird park, home to over 3,000 birds and small animals in stunning walk-through aviaries. Kids can hand-feed parrots, watch penguin feedings, and get up close with meerkats, monkeys, and tortoises. The interactive experiences and multiple daily shows make this a memorable wildlife encounter that's more intimate than a traditional zoo.

🕑 3-4 hours

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