Maui Ocean Center

Details

This 3-acre marine park-the largest tropical reef aquarium in the Western Hemisphere-provides visitors with information, tours by marine naturalists, and exhibits on thousands of indigenous fish, sharks, turtles, stingrays, and more.

The center was named the "Top Rated Attraction in Hawaii" and one of the "50 Top-Rated Attractions" in the country by Zagat Survey's US Family Travel Guide.

Exhibits include: Surge Zone Pounding waves provide juvenile fish shelter from predators. Living Reef Explore 40 smaller exhibits highlighting the beauty of Hawaii's coral reefs, from the sunlit shallows to the clear edge of the deep reef. Turtle Lagoon See the ancient "mariners" who have survived for millions of years: the green sea turtles of Hawaii. Tide Pool An unforgettable, hands-on experience including sea stars, helmet shells, and other tide pool creatures. Hammerhead Harbor Come eye-to-eye with Hawaii's most unusual sharks. Marine Mammal Discovery Center Life-sized models and interactive displays allow you to explore monk seals, dolphins, whales, and more. Hawaiians and the Sea A special exhibit detailing Hawaii's special connection to the sea; featuring renderings of ancient aquaculture system, fishing equipment, and stories. Open Ocean Get a 240-degree view of Hawaii's pelagic realm from inside an acrylic tunnel. You'll see sharks, fish, and numerous other aquatic creatures living in a 750,000-gallon aquarium.

Inclusions

Express entry into the Maui Ocean Center Free souvenir (1 per person) State-of-the-art digital audio guide Special dive link presentations Hands-on experiences at over 60 interactive exhibits

Available

Daily

Hours of operation

9 AM to 5 PM; the park is open until 6 PM during July and August.

Note

An oceanside restaurant and cafe are available onsite for lunch; the cost of food is not included as part of the admission price.

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Terms & Conditions

This Activity can be changed or cancelled without penalty at any time prior to 48 hours before the scheduled start of this Activity. Otherwise the product is 100% non-refundable and non-transferable.