DUBAI AQUARIUM .UNDERWATER ZOO & ICE RINK
*** AQUARIUM TANK
The 10 million liter Dubai Aquarium tank, located on the
ground level of the Dubai Mall, is one of the largest suspended aquariums in
the world. It is home to thousands of aquatic animals, including 400 sharks and
rays. It also boasts the largest collection of sand tiger sharks in the world.
The Guinness World Record Winning acrylic panel in front of the aquarium tank
provides free viewing to the public from all 3 levels of the Dubai Mall. Its 48
meter walk through tunnel features 270 degree views from 11 meters below the
surface of the tank. You can choose to go an optional glass bottom boat ride,
which will give you unique views of the tank from beneath your feet. If you
want to experience a dip in the tank you can opt for a cage snorkeling
experience. (Note that optional activities incur additional charges). If you
are feeling adventurous you can add a shark dive to your program. This once in
a lifetime opportunity will bring you within inches of a large variety of
sharks and rays.
***AQUARIUM TUNNEL
The Dubai Aquarium
and Underwater Zoo recreate the fascinating marine 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 meter long Aquarium Tunnel takes you 11
meters under the surface. Watch divers feed the sharks and rays and meet an
aquarium educator who will share secrets of these amazing underwater animals
with you.
***UNDERWATER ZOO
Continue your journey into the aquatic world at the
Underwater Zoo, where you will learn more about the amazing creatures that
inhabit the rivers and the oceans. Located on level 2, above the aquarium Tank,
the Underwater Zoo leads you through 3 ecological zones. See otters, piranha,
Humboldt penguins, Caiman crocodiles, lionfish , giant spider crabs, seahorses,
garden eels, archerfish, arapaima, water rats, paddlefish, cichlids and many
more aquatic animals in 40 individual displays. Look straight down into the 10
million liter tank from a glass floor that hovers above the aquarium. The kids
love it!
***RAINFOREST
Imagine walking along the banks of a pristine time bed
surrounded by some of the most incredible freshwater animals alive. Meet up
with dangerous piranha, giant, catfish, playful otters, water rat and more!
ROCKY SHORE
This is where the land meets the sea- a rugged, harsh
environment where only the tough survive. Visit a Humboldt penguin colony and
see a number of 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.
DUBAI ICE RINK
Set your spirit free on ice at the Dubai Mall’s new
sensational Olympic –sized ice rink. Whether you want to learn to skate,
perfect your technique, play ice hockey, socialize with friends, or just have a
great time, this spectacular venue is the coolest place to hang out, any time
of the year.
