Phuket Aquarium
A Great Stop To Include On A Day Trip Around Phuket The Phuket Aquarium is one of the most affordable things to do in Phuket. It certainly doesn't compare to the Sydney Aquarium in Australia, however it does provide an affordable and interesting activity if you are travelling with kids in Phuket.
The Aquarium is located on the southern most tip of Cape Panwa surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery. Making it an ideal spot for an hour or so of family fun. The Phuket Aquarium was established in 1983 as a department of the Phuket Marine Biology Centre. The aim of the Aquarium is to increase the public understanding about Thailand's marine and coastal environment As well as educating people on how the environment is the foundation for sustainable management of the coast and ocean. The aquarium also carries out research, such as restocking of decimated clown fish populations, aquarium water quality management, life cycle ecology and the aquaculture of marine ornamental organisms. The aquarium also hatches and breeds species of endangered sea turtles and then releases them back into the sea, this was by far the best part of our visit to the Phuket Aquarium. There are more than 150 species of sea life on display at the aquarium, from both freshwater and marine habitats, many of these species are from the waters of the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand.
Take a walk through the the 10 metre long underwater tunnel where you will find huge sting rays, Napoleon wrasse, groupers and sharks. The aquarium makes education fun with lots of different displays of marine life, habitats, environment and conservation issues. The aquarium in Phuket is relatively small and it will only take you about an hour to explore, but you will certainly get your moneys worth if you decide to visit. So if you find yourself in the area on your travels around Phuket, or looking for a rainy day activity, it is well worth calling in and having a look. There is a souvenir shop and a small cafe that sells drinks and snacks. The Aquarium is open from 8.30am to 4.00pm daily Entry FeeAdults - 100 Baht Kids - 50 Baht
Phuket Zoo
also has a small aquarium.
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