With this admission to the Maui Ocean Center, discover the largest tropical reef aquarium in the Western Hemisphere! Unlock a magical underwater world at this impressive facility featuring more than 60 interactive exhibits. Engage your senses and gain an understanding of Hawaii's marine life as you encounter tropical reefs, fish, octopi, stingrays, jelly fish and more.
Your visit to the Maui Ocean Center will be a journey of discovery through the vast, extraordinary underwater world that lies beyond Hawaii's surf-ringed shores.
Explore the marine park at your own pace and discover more than 60 interactive exhibits. All of the marine creatures you will encounter are native to Hawaii, including the coral, the fish and the plant life. The Maui Ocean Center seeks to portray the integrity of these animals’ native habitats in order to help you develop a deeper understanding of Hawaii's seas -- one of the most unique aquatic environments on earth.
To enhance your experience, trained ocean naturalists are available to answer question and share their insights through presentations at the Living Reef, Turtle Lagoon, Hammerhead Harbor, Discovery Pool and Open Ocean exhibits.
Exhibits:
The Living Reef Discover how Hawaii, an island more than 2,000 miles (3,218.7 km) from any continent, has produced a unique assemblage of marine life unequaled on earth due to its isolation.
Turtle Lagoon The most common sea turtle in Hawaii is the honu , or green turtle, which is named for the color of its body fat . This outdoor exhibit allows a close-up view of these marine reptiles from both above and below the water's surface.
The Discovery Pool Constructed as an ocean rock pool, the Discovery Pool holds a variety of harmless marine animals, including sea stars, sea urchins and sea cucumbers. You are welcome to touch and handle many of the inhabitants of this display. Sting Ray Cove Sting Ray Cove is home to stingrays, eagle rays and occasionally juvenile hammerhead sharks. Because it's rare that rays spend much time near the water's surface, this large outdoor pool is shaded to protect their sensitive eyes.
The Open Ocean In this ‘Underwater Journey’ exhibit, predators and prey coexist in a 750,000-gallon (2.8 million-liter) saltwater aquarium, the largest in the state. Stroll through a long, clear tunnel, which provides a 240-degree view of nearly 2,000 fish !
Special Offer - All bookings made by December 31, 2016 include a complimentary upgrade to 'Week Journey Pass'! VIP Journey Pass must be purchased at least 24 hours prior to your arrival to receive this special offer. Week upgrade not offered if tickets are purchased on the same day as your visit.
These offers not valid on "Night at the Aquarium" option - Book Now!
Very nice - gave us a preview of Mauis colorful under water scenery! Probably of more interest to adults, lots of posted information.
Review by: ashleyandjared, October 2017
small aquarium, nothing like shed's in Chicago
Review by: Carol S S, September 2016
did not take the tour, but the staff there would come right up to us and explain things about the fishes, reef and environment for various exhibits, when they saw us standing by an exhibit for awhile longer than just passing through it.
Review by: Benjamin T, August 2016
This was a rip off. They end up charging us more that it actually cost to get in at the door.
Review by: khanh v, July 2016
its was a lot of fun, my kids loves the place especially the big sharks tank,
Review by: ccatdavis, July 2016
Really nice, needed more for the price though!
Review by: Torressandra92, July 2016
This tour was amazing!
Review by: Jack R, June 2016
Very nice experience. But it is loaded with wild and crazy kids running all around!! Unfortunately modern parents don't control their little darlings.
Review by: Debra F, May 2016
The kids loved it. We went during inclement weather and it was perfect to go before we went snorkeling, the kids were able to learn about ocean life. Very educational
Review by: Curtis H, May 2016
Very small. Didn't take long to go through. We mainly enjoyed the restaurant inside the gates on the water. I would rate this place 10-15 a person, but nothing more.
Review by: Debbie C, March 2016
Went just yesterday with my stepson, his wife and 14 month old. We were sure how the babe would be but, he loved it! The fish kept him so engaged but he loved the most touching the starfish, sea cucumber. A great time. The aquarium is very informative as well. We were there for 2 hours and could have stayed longer.
Review by: MarCiaB, November 2015
Very beautiful to see sea life and the ocean view was a plus, all of the exhibits were breath taking. Aloha and Mahalo.
Review by: Gerry A, June 2015
This tour was amazing!
Review by: cassandranispel, February 2015
Great experience, loved it!
Review by: RICHARD H, September 2014
Great time
Review by: John G, May 2014
Such a surprise! Loved every bit of it. We could has stayed for two more hours, but it was closing time.
Review by: ELMER G, February 2014
The maui ocean center was very well set up and a lot bigger than expected. Kids really enjoyed it.
Review by: Jennifer S, December 2013
Very clean! Fun family environment. Has a lot to do, even has fun hands on areas.
Review by: Matthew H, November 2013
Not worth the money compared at 25 dollars to other aquariums that we have been to. The centre was very small and only took 1 hour and 15 minutes to go round. The tanks were small and poor quality. The gift shop was the bigger!
Review by: John S, October 2013
Loved the Maui Ocean Center. We took our 18 month grandson and it kept his attention for 1 1/2 hours. Truly a miracle.
Review by: Rod S, October 2013
We got there at 4pm and it closed at 5pm. They were apprehensive to let us in since they said it takes the average guest 1.5 hours to go through and see everything. We took a lot of pictures but walked straight thru in less than 20 minutes. It was the usual fish, shark, turtle aquarium. I'd say we are happy we did it, I'd recommend.
Review by: nvdekle, August 2013
It went from so-so to a recommended activity solely because of the knowledgeable employee. We learned a lot about marine life in Hawaii but the quality of the aquarium did not match the price.
Review by: Gina Y, August 2013
Very well designed aquarium. We saw fish that we never thought existed. We're from Florida and we realized how different the Pacific was from the Atlantic. Very nicely done.
Review by: Mike A, July 2012
Not what is made out to be. small aquarium. Only 2 turtles in pool, no dolphins, a few sharks and some other fish. Go scuba diving for a better experience.
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