Underwater World Langkawi is one of the largest marine and fresh water aquaria in South East Asia. Since the start of its operation on 26 August 1995, it has become one of the must visit tourist destinations in Langkawi and has attracted a large number of foreign as well as local tourists.
The concept and theme of Underwater World Langkawi are geared towards Knowledge, Education and Entertainment. It is built to raise awareness on the importance of conserving our precious aquatic life forms, thus creating understanding of the deep and inseparable bond between man and nature.
Unique to Underwater World Langkawi is the gigantic 15-meter long walk-through tunnel consisting of 500,000 liter seawater which houses many big fishes and sea creatures including the Giant Green Turtle.
Other attractions include the Freshwater Fish Section, the Seashell Display, the Koi Pond, the Mini Reptilian and Invertebrate Section, the Coral Reef Section and the Poisonous and Venomous Creatures Section.
The 34,701 square foot oceanarium is located adjacent to a shopping centre and the Neptune Cafe. Visitors are thus provided with a one-stop shopping, eating and entertainment package, all of which are available within one area.
A new building (with 60,000 sq. ft built-up area) which displays Tropical Rainforest, Temperate and Sub-Antarctic Ecosystems, and a three-dimensional (3D) theatre with a 200-seating capacity will be opened to the public in early 2005. The Sub-Antarctic Ecosystem Display includes a spectacular penguinarium with an underwater tunnel for visitors to view swimming penguins.
This huge complex not only houses a massive collection of marine life but is also home for some Harbour seals and African & Rockhopper penguins.
Exhibition/Display Areas (including 3D Theatre) :
Daily
10:00 am - 06:00 pm
School and public holidays 09:30 am - 06:30 pm
Feeding Times :
Otter Pond 3:30 pm daily
Harbour Seals 10:30 am and 03:00 pm daily
Rockhopper Penguins 11:00 am and 03:30 pm daily
Contact Info :
Underwater World Langkawi,
Zon Pantai Cenang,
Mukim Kedawang,
07000 Langkawi, Kedah.
Tel : +604-955 6100
Fax : +604-955 6103
Website : www.underwaterworldlangkawi.com.my
Email: info@underwaterworldlangkawi.com.my |
