The Hartbeespoort Dam Aquarium features freshwater and tropical fish exhibits as well as pelican, seal, penguin and crocodile exhibitions and daily shows. The aquarium is open 7 days a week from 8:30am – 5pm.

There is also a fish shop selling tank fish that is bound to keep littlies spell-bound even after they have enjoyed all the exhibitions and been delighted by the shows. Finish off the experience at the tea garden.

For more info: (no website) 082 469-2979

Getting there: The aquarium is located just off the R511 in the suburb of Melodi on the eastern side of the Hartbeespoort Dam