A plunge into Thailand’s largest aquarium is an essential indulgence on a Phuket holiday, especially with little ones in tow
By: Christopher Lee
Thailand’s largest aquarium
Located in a subterranean world below the Central Phuket Floresta luxury shopping mall, the Aquaria spans over three acres and features more than 500 species, and 100,000 aquatic and terrestrial animals across nine unique attraction zones.
Mystic Forest and Canopy Walk
Start in the Mystic Forest, a mythical Himmapan realm where tiny and giant freshwater fish weave enchanting underwater patterns. Ascend to the Canopy Walk, a treetop vantage point offering a mesmerising view of fish gliding gracefully below.
Jewels of the Jungle and River Caves
Next, move into the Jewels of the Jungle, to encounter a diverse array of reptiles with surprising charm and captivating personalities. In this area you can meander into the River Caves, where playful small-clawed otters swim in lively streams.
Coastal Haven
Continue to Coastal Haven, a stunning seascape where playful penguins and majestic sharks glide effortlessly. Don’t miss the penguin feeding times, guaranteed to bring a smile to everyone’s face.
Stingray Bay and the Sunken Wreck
Immerse yourself in Stingray Bay, a vibrant habitat filled with colourful corals and dazzling stingrays. Here you will drift by the sunken wreck of the U.S.S. Largato, a historic warship transformed into a mesmerising underwater sanctuary.
South China Sea Centrepiece
Aquaria Phuket takes you on a journey across Asia. At the South China Sea exhibit, the breathtaking centrepiece holds over 3.5 million litres of seawater and 100,000 marine creatures from 500 species.
A Show-Stopping Finale
Aquaria Phuket promises a mindblowing, mystical adventure that, for some, will be the highpoint of the holiday.
But you are not done yet! Have you ever met a mermaid? Here at Aquaria Phuket you will. Beautiful, half fish half human, creatures perform graceful aquatic dances, as sharks and stingrays watch on, mesmerised like everyone else.
VISIT:
Tickets: Aquarium Only – Adults 1,161 THB / Child 830 THB — Family Pass (4 Persons) – 3,310 THB
Book now: Acuarium Only — Family Pass
Telephone: +66 (0)76 629 800