Dubai Aquarium & Underwater zoo

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo has everything to keep the entire family happy.

The 10-million litre Dubai Aquarium tank, located on the Ground Level of The Dubai Mall, is the largest suspended aquariums in the world.

It houses thousands of aquatic animals, comprising over 140 species. Over 300 sharks and rays live in this tank, including the largest collection of Sand Tiger sharks in the world.

There are numerous ways for visitors to experience the main Aquarium tank, which measures 51 metres in length, 20 metres in width and 11 metres in height.

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Aquarium Tank

One of the largest suspended aquariums in the world

The 10-million litre Dubai Aquarium tank, located on the Ground Level of The Dubai Mall, is one of the largest suspended aquariums in the world.

It houses thousands of aquatic animals, comprising over 140 species. Over 300 Sharks and Rays live in this tank, including the largest collection of Sand Tiger Sharks in the world.

There are numerous ways for visitors to experience the main Aquarium tank, which measures 51 metres in length, 20 metres in width and 
11 metres in height.

Aquarium Tunnel

An enormous diversity of marine species inhabit the open ocean.

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo recreates this fascinating environment in near-perfect detail and gives you the opportunity to walk right through it.

Located on the Ground Floor of The Dubai Mall, the 48-metre long Aquarium tunnel takes you 11 metres under the surface

The Feeding 

Watch our divers feed the Sharks and Rays throughout the day and meet an Aquarium Educator who will share these amazing animals’ underwater secrets with you.

Underwater Zoo

Explore a fascinating aquatic world

Continue your journey at Underwater Zoo and learn more about what amazing creatures inhabit both our rivers and oceans.

Located on Level Two above the Aquarium tank, Underwater Zoo leads you through three ecological Zones; Rainforest, Rocky Shore and Living Ocean.

Watch out for these aquatic creatures at Underwater Zoo: Otters, Piranha, Humbolt Penguins, African Dwarf Crocodiles, Lionfish, Giant Spider Crabs, Seahorses, Garden Eels, Archerfish, Arapaima, Water Rats, Paddlefish, Cichlids, Nautilus and many more amazing aquatic animals in 40 individual aquatic displays.

Rocky Shore

This is where the land meets the sea, a rugged, harsh environment where only the tough survive. In our Rocky Shore, visit a Humboldt Penguin colony and view several Giant Spider Crabs. If you don't mind getting your hands wet, you can also reach out and touch some of the more hardy rock pool inhabitants

Rainforest

Imagine walking along the banks of a pristine river bed surrounded by some of the most incredible freshwater animals alive. Dangerous Piranha, Giant Catfish, playful Otters and Water Rats are just some of the animals you'll meet here.

Aquatic Expeiences

Cage Snorkelling

     

Have you ever thought about jumping into a 10-million litre aquarium without an air tank?

Have close encounters with thousands of aquatic animals at Dubai Aquarium with the Cage Snorkelling Experience.

If you don’t want to undertake full-fledged diving, you can still feel the same thrills in a safe cage setting. All you have to do is put on snorkeling gear, dive into the secure cage in the aquarium, and watch over 70 different marine species including some 300 sharks and rays at close quarters.

Share this thrilling experience & dive in with friends!

Up to 4 people can snorkel into the cage at one time. 
Minimum age: 8 years old. 
Not applicable for our pregnant guests.

Shark Dives

Dive with the world's ultimate predator.

750 pounds of lean muscle, 300 razor sharp teeth, 100 million years in the making. Are you ready to come face-to-face with the world’s ultimate predator?

Dive into the depths of our 10-million litre tank and experience the thrill of a lifetime by coming face-to-face with the largest collection of Sand Tiger sharks in the world.

Whether you are a certified Diver or not, anyone can experience the Shark Dive at Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo.

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Daily Dives

Three Shark Dives are held daily, allowing up to four divers in each group to explore the wonders of the underwater world.   

Qualified Instructors

A Dive Master and Dive Instructor supervises every dive and will assist you throughout the experience.

For Certified Divers

If you already have certification with a recognised dive institution, you can present it to dive immediately.

For Non-Certified Divers

Non-Certified Divers and even those who don’t know how to swim, can still enjoy the experience by completing a short course with our partner - Al Boom Diving.

Minimum Age

Divers must be at least 10 years of age.

Equipment Provided

A full set of equipment is included in the package. Swimsuits are available at an additional cost.

Medical Requirements

Please note that medical requirements apply.

A completed medical questionnaire is required for both Certified and Non-Certified divers.

Shark Walker

Put on your helmet and dive into 10-million litres of water and enjoy the dive experience of a lifetime.

Forget dive experience, forget knowing how to swim, forget even getting your hair wet!

Now you can experience close encounters with sharks, rays and a multitude of fish species at Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo by simply signing up for Shark Walker, a new dive experience.

Terms & Conditions

• Shark Walker is suitable for guests who are medically fit to dive and age 12 years and above
• 2 participants with one experience
• In water time: 25 minutes
• Allows free access to Aquarium Tunnel and the Underwater Zoo
• Timings: between 12.00pm and 3.00pm, 4.30pm and 7.00pm (daily)
• Other rules and regulations apply

Discover Scuba Dive

Sign up today and become the diver you've always wanted to be

Becoming a PADI certified Diver has never been easier. Sign up for our 2 day scuba course for beginners (suitable for those 10 years old and above) and earn your internationally recognized PADI certification for life.

With our flexible Scuba Dive course (independent study) that allows you to study at your convenience, you can now dive into our 10 million litre tank under the supervision of our PADI professional Divers and earn your PADI certification in just 2 days.

Go Pro Camera

Take home memories that will last for a lifetime!

With our Go Pro professional underwater cameras, you can now document your dive experience whether it is a Shark Dive, Specialty Dive, Cage Snorkeling, or Shark Walker experience within our 10-million liter tank and capture these priceless moments.

Specialty Dives

3 professional underwater experiences you will treasure forever

If you're a PADI certified Diver, there’s nothing more exhilarating than getting up-close to aquatic life than with our Dubai Aquarium Specialty Course. This pre-approved PADI Distinctive Specialty Course ensures that you receive a PADI Certificate Card on completion which counts towards your PADI Master Scuba Diver rating.

Features

Dive 1: Enjoy a dive to remember as you move freely amongst the waters of Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo and come face-to-face with sharks and rays.

Dive 2: Learn about shark conservation identification, underwater photography tips and take photos in a 30-minute theory session using either your own or our professional underwater camera and take home memories that will last a lifetime.

Dive 3: Our Shark Feeding dive is a rare opportunity to interact with these graceful animals during feeding time. Take photos of the Shark Feed from the safety of our diving cage.

Terms & Conditions

• Equipment is provided
• Divers must be at least 10 years of age
• Dives can be completed on different days or on the same day

Ticket Information

The Price List

Researcher Experience - AED 100

• New Meet & Greet Area
• Aquarium Tunnel
• Underwater Zoo
• Behind the Scenes tour
• Underwater Observatory

*Adult and Children: AED 100 each

*Children below 3 years of age are free of charge

Explorer Experience - AED 120

• New Meet & Greet Area
• Aquarium Tunnel
• Underwater Zoo
• Submersible Simulator
• Big Screen Theatre
• Aquarium Glass Bottom Boat

*Adult and Children: AED 120 each

*Not available for children below 3 years of age.

*This package is not available for our pregnant guests.

Otter Encounter - AED 200

• Aquarium Tunnel
• Underwater Zoo
• Otter Meet & Greet Experience 

T &C

• No restrictions. Wheelchair and Stroller accessible.
• Guests should arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled time.
• Subject to Availability

Ray Encounter - AED 200

•   Aquarium Tunnel
•   Underwater Zoo
•   Ray Feeding 

T &C

• Minimum height requirement is 100 cm.
• Not applicable for our pregnant guests.
• Guests must be able to ascend and descend stairs to access the ray Feeding portion of the Experience.
• No Swimming required. The activity will be done on standing level.
• Subject to availability.
• Guests should arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled time.

King Croc Encounter - AED 200

• Aquarium Tunnel
• Underwater Zoo
• Crocs Tour & Bird Feeding 

T &C

• Minimum height requirement is 120 cm.
• Not applicable for our pregnant guests.
• Guests must be able to ascend and descend stairs to access the Crocodile habitat portion of the Experience.
• Subject to availability.
• Guests should arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled time.

VIP Line Buster Package - AED 250

• Aquarium Tunnel    
• Underwater Zoo
• Back of house tour
• Underwater Observatory
• Submersible Simulator
• Glass Bottom Boat
• Fish Feeding
• Subject to Availability

Membership Programme - AED 250

• 12 months unlimited entry to the Aquarium Tunnel and Underwater Zoo
• 12 months unlimited Glass-Bottom boat rides
• 15% discount on entry for all accompanying family and friends
• 15% discount on all non-sale items at the Gift & Souvenirs store
• 10% discount on Shark Dives
• 25% discount on Cage Snorkeling Experiences
• 20% discount on PADI Courses, dive trips and Al Boom Diving retail merchandise

Terms & Conditions:

• Membership is not transferable or refundable
• Membership card is not for commercial use
• Government Valid ID card has to be presented for entry
• Pregnant lady or Child below 3 years, are not allowed in Glass Boat
• Behind the scenes tour & Fish feeding are not included

Opening Hours

Come for the experience of a lifetime.

10:00am - 11:00pm [Sun- Wed]

Last admission: 10:30pm

10:00am - 12:00 midnight [Thu - Sat]

Last admission: 11:30pm

*Timings are subject to change.

Directions

Located within The Dubai Mall, come experience one of the largest Aquariums in the world

Walk through the 48-metre Aquarium Tunnel on Ground Level, and explore the Rainforest, Rocky Shore Living Ocean environments and UAE Night Creature at the Underwater Zoo on Level 2.

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo 
The Dubai Mall 
Doha Street 
Off 1st Interchange - Sheikh Zayed Road 
Dubai, U.A.E

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