The Shark Research Unit is a shark and marine research and conservation institute driven by a passionate team of shark experts. We are located in South Africa and work in two regions of priority – Aliwal Shoal and Mossel Bay.
Our core purpose is to conduct and support original shark research, conservation and education programs through strategic partnerships with marine scientists, postgraduate students, ecotourism operators and academic institutes.
Our focus extends to nurturing a new generation (of all ages) of shark scientists, professionals and enthusiasts. We achieve this through our great white shark research internship, learner outreach programs and expert guided shark edu-tours
The Mossel Bay shark research centre offers residents and visitors six bedrooms, academic lecture rooms, a wet lab with full SCUBA facilities. The setting for the centre is within 11 acres of roaming countryside, yet within a short 2 minute drive from the protected coastal bay of Mossel Bay.