Things to Experience in Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo

Experience a magical marine world at the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo. From amazing marine creatures like otters and penguins to fearsome yet beautiful fish like sharks and stingrays, there are many creatures to see and things to do at the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo. So, if you are planning on a Dubai tour, be sure to pencil in an encounter with beautiful marine life at this wonder place. If you are intrigued, here is some information on the top things to experience in the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo:  

Aquarium Tank  

Visible from the mall and the exteriors, the aquarium tank is one of the prime features of the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo. This aquarium is massive and is one of the largest suspended aquariums in the world. The aquarium looks exactly like a seabed, so all the fishes feel like they are still in the ocean. The tank holds 10 million liters of water and is easily one of the best things you’ll see here.  

Aquarium Tunnel  

48 meters long, Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo is the prime reason to buy Dubai Mall aquarium tickets. This wonderful experience will make you feel like you have left the ground and entered the ocean world. You can see bright and beautiful fishes going about their way, sharks feeding, scuba divers swimming, and more. The tunnel makes you feel like you are a part of this world that you’d never want to leave.  

Underwater Zoo 

With themed sections like Rainforest, Living Ocean, and Rocky Shore, the Underwater Zoo features marine creatures from rivers, lakes, and oceans. From amphibians to reptiles, this zoo features aquatic animals that will make you appreciate the biodiversity in our beautiful world.  

Diving Experiences  

Scuba Diving 

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo is an excellent place to learn scuba diving. No need for certification for this short course that lets you experience the marine world without needing experience. The instructors provide you a crash course and soon, you’ll be ready to explore the clear of Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo.  

Shark Dive 

Looking for your own personal ‘Jaws’ experience? If you are a certified diver, you can put on a scuba diving outfit and swim with the sharks. The shark tank has a variety of sharks ranging from leopard sharks to sand tiger sharks. This experience is easily one of the best things to experience in Dubai and will help you understand and appreciate sharks even more.  

Cage Snorkelling  

Enjoy the benefits of diving minus the risk. In cage snorkeling, you can get into the water in a strong metal cage and this cage is then lowered into the water. Though diving in Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo is safe, the cage snorkeling experience is extra safe and perfect for those who are a little apprehensive about sharks.  

Shark Walker Cage 

This is another fantastic experience for those who do not want to wear the scuba suit. A round helmet is given to you that supplies oxygen to you. You simply put it on and walk around in the aquarium and explore all the wonderful fish, including sharks. This experience is fun, safe, and memorable making it one of the best things to do at Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo.  

Animal Encounters 

Otter Encounter 

Easily one of the most adorable creatures in the world, the Dubai Mall Aquarium tickets host a beautiful Asian small-clawed otter family. You can see them through a glass display as they interact with their handlers. Some of them even do tricks to entertain the crowds and dazzle all the onlookers. They guys are just too cute to ignore.  

Penguin Encounter 

Other creatures here that are too adorable are the Gentoo penguins. Though cold, this encounter is one of the best places to visit in Dubai with family. Here, you are provided with warm jackets as the temperatures have been kept really cold for the penguins. Enjoy them being playful as they dive into the water, go down icy slides, and get fed by their handlers. You can easily spend a day here!  

King Croc Encounter  

Get ready to meet the resident king and queen in Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo. Joc is a 50-year-old king-size croc and Missy is an 85-year-old queen-size croc from Australia. This is one of the most popular things to experience in Dubai as these giant crocs are impressive and will make you feel like you have entered pre-historic times.  

Ray Encounter  

Rays are some of the regalest creatures in the water and the Ray Encounters lets you get close to them. There are dedicated feeding zones where you get to feed and even pet them. They are quite peaceful and even more beautiful up close. The handlers here tell you a lot about the creatures, so you will leave knowing a lot of trivia about these elegant creatures.  

Don’t waste time, grab the best Dubai Mall’s aquarium tickets and come here today.  The Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo is not only one of the best places to visit in Dubai with family, but it is also an engineering marvel because this massive place is a part of the even bigger Dubai Mall. You are guaranteed to leave mesmerized.