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Sea Life Park Hawaii
A trip to Oahu isn't complete without spending the day at Sea Life Park Hawaii.
What you'll do
At Sea Life Park Hawaii in Oahu, you'll be able to interact with Hawaii's native sea life at this immersive marine park. The intimate set up means you'll get a close-up look at the residents of Hawaii's waters.
At Sea Life Park Hawaii, you'll see everything from endangered Humboldt penguins to Hawaiian reef sharks and vivid tropical fish. You'll even get the chance to feed sea turtles and watch sea lions and dolphins perform acrobatic feats.
Marvel at the beautiful marine life and find out how the creatures are cared for too. The open-air Hawaiian Ocean Theater is where you'll see the sea lion, dolphin and penguin shows while learning about Sea Life Park's conservation efforts. Little ones will also love Pirate Lagoon – it boasts a nautical-themed miniature maze and play area.
Sea Life Park Hawaii highlights
Dolphin Lagoon
Experience Sea Life Park's thrilling dolphin performances, starring wholphins and bottlenose dolphins twice a day.
Shark Cave
Discover this 300,000 gallon exhibit featuring Hawaiian reef life and sharks.
Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle Lagoon
Explore the outdoor exhibit and sandy beach which is home to the US's only active breeding and nesting colony of green sea turtles.
Discovery Reef Touch Pool
Dip your fingers into waterfalls, pools and reef ledges as you get up close to sea stars, urchins and even baby honu (Hawaiian green sea turtles). Plus you get to stroll through the underwater tunnel as fish swim above your head.
Hale Manu Bird Aviary
Take a look around the House of birds with over 300 colorful love birds and cockatiels.
Hawaiian Reef Lagoon
See the home of Hawaiian reef animals from above the water including stingrays, whitetip reef sharks and tropical reef fish.
Sea Lion Habitat Nursery
Watch the California rescue sea lions enjoying their time basking and eating.
Seabird Sanctuary
Learn about the parks mix of rehabilitated Hawaiian tropical birds like booby birds and great frigate seabirds.
Facts
If the Sea Life Park seems familiar, you might recognize it as the filming location for some scenes from 50 First Dates.
What's included
General admission to the Sea Life Park Oahu included.
Optional upgrade to an animal encounter.
Watch sea lion, dolphin, and penguin shows.
A touch pool and kids play to visit.
Where you'll be
41-202 Kalanianaole Hwy, #7, Waimanalo, USOperating hours
Closings & holidays
May be closed during major U.S. holidays.
Find out more
For more information, please visit the Sea Life Park Hawaii website.
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