Meet a Real-Life Shark Scientist — Live from South Africa
Join a live, interactive session with a marine biologist featured on Planet Earth III, Netflix Our Oceans and Apple TV.
Discover the sharks, people, and coastlines shaping ocean science and restoration today — and how your group can be part of it.
We reply within a few hours — 24 / 7. Happy to tailor your session for teams. schools, dive clubs.
A Live, Interactive Ocean Experience
Each 60 minute session is hosted personally by marine biologist Justin Blake.
Through immersive visuals and real field footage, your group will:
Explore shark and whale behaviour around Southern Africa.
Learn how science and conservation work together in the field.
See real shark tagging and underwater video captured by our team.
Join in via chat or voice — or simply sit back and watch.
(Quiet groups are welcome — we read the room and adapt to participation style.)
Perfect For:
🎓 Schools & Universities – Live enrichment sessions linked to biology, ecology, or climate studies.
🌍 Corporate & Remote Teams – Unique online events that connect teams through storytelling and purpose.
🤿 Dive Clubs & Ocean Communities – Behind-the-scenes access to shark science and ocean research.
👨👩👧 Families & Curiosity-Seekers – Virtual field trips from your living room.
(We adjust tone, visuals, and pace to suit your audience.)
What’s Included
Every Experience Includes:
45–60 minute live session with marine biologist Justin Blake
Real footage from shark tagging, diving, and coastal expeditions
Interactive Q&A via chat or voice (your choice)
Group donation certifiate and follow-up educational links
A donation to The RockHopper Fund, supporting ocean research & youth programs
Flat rate per session — no per-person fee.
Available 24/7 via Zoom, Google Meet, Teams & more.
What People Ask
What if my group is quiet?
That’s perfectly fine — we lead with visuals and stories, and people naturally engage as they feel comfortable.
How many people can join?
Anywhere from 5 to 500+. We adapt the pace, visuals, and Q&A to suit your group.
How much does it cost?
Flat session fee (not per person). We’ll send you a quote when you enquire.
How do I book?
Tell us your preferred dates and time zone — we’ll confirm and hold your slot while details are finalised.
What if I’m not sure when?
No problem — we can pencil in options or create a flexible voucher for future scheduling.
Guest Stories & Reviews
⭐ Over 1,500 five-star reviews from schools, universities, and companies worldwide.
As featured by BBC Studios | Forbes | The New York Times | Condé Nast Traveller
Jake R, Boston College, USA
“Justinʼs online session completely reshaped how I see the ocean. In just an hour we dived into marine-protected areas, quirky shark facts, and the community projects RockHopper runs in Cape Town. It inspired me so much I flew to South Africa—twice in a year—to get involved on the ground.”
Ziyan H. Toronto, Canada
"Even though Iʼve studied about marine biology all my life, Justinʼs facts and knowledge kept astounding. Super inspirational and got me to devote a greater amount of my project portfolio to nature conservation projects. Iʼm already trying to see when I can go back to South Africa from Canada ”
Lucia S. USA.
“A truly unique experience! Our company booked a virtual experience with Justin to learn about sharks and the conservation work his organization is doing. Everyone enjoyed the event, we learned a ton and saw fascinating shark videography from Justin's experience, which made the event very authentic and personal.”
Every Booking Helps Protect the Ocean
Your session funds shark tagging, acoustic receiver networks, and youth ocean training programs in South Africa.
You’re not just learning — you’re joining the work.
Seasonal Add-on
November25 - March26
Add a live update from our team in False Bay, tracking whales and other megafauna in real time.
Only a few seasonal sessions are available each year.
You’re in Great Company
Loved by everyone from Fortune 500 teams to Scout troops and science classes.
RockHopper is proud to host real people from the biggest, and smallest groups.
Find Out More or Request a Date
Tell us about your group, audience type, and preferred date (if known).
We’ll reply within a few hours with suggested formats, pricing, and availability.
Flat-rate pricing. Tailored to your group. 24 / 7 response.
Featured in BBC, Forbes, The New York Times, and Condé Nast Traveller.
Science-Led • Story-Driven • Conservation-Funded