Aquarium: The New World to Discover

Aquarium is a widely known park in the beautiful Mar del Plata, Argentina, located on the coastline of the city behind the iconic lighthouse. Aquarium is gearing up to showcase brand new interactions that feature all new species but before we dive into each one, we want to refresh your memory with the Aquarium’s signature interactions that people know and love.

• Dolphin Encounter: Is swimming with dolphins on your bucket list? Now you have to opportunity to demonstrate just how much you love these beautiful species on your Dolphin Encounter swim where you’ll be able to touch and interact with these mammals. Dolphins love meeting new people, are you ready for an Encounter of a lifetime?

• Sea Lion Interaction: Looking to interact with sea lions? Did you know that they are Mar del Plata’s celebrity species? Don’t miss the great opportunity to interact with these amazing marine mammals!

• Trainer for a day: Do your kids love animals and show are showing signs of leadership? Let them put their leadership and caring skills to the test in our “trainer for a day” program. All kids between the ages of  6 to 12 are welcome to work alongside our specialists through their daily their daily duties with our marine mammals They will have real hands-on experience that will teach them about our animals and their wellbeing. An adventure your kids will cherish forever.

• Diving with fishes: Are you a dive enthusiast?  In Aquarium you have the chance to live this aquatic experience. Dive with native Argentina fish such as meros, pejerreyes, cazones and plenty more. In this program, you will feel like being in the open sea as we recreate the perfect environment that simulates the deep blue sea.

• Shark Diving: Imagine the opportunity to get up close to a killer shark. We make this possible in Aquarium! Dive inside a protective cage that is lowered in a pool full of fish and an array of sharks who are going to swim all around you. A thrilling experience for only the brave!

As Aquarium continues to grow we want to showcase brand new activities that our locals and guests from around the world can experience during their visit and that will enhance their vacation so we create new interactions with our animals.

• Interaction with lemurs: Have you ever interacted with lemurs? In Aquarium you have the opportunity to indulge in their world and become their best friend. Imagine interacting with a bunch of lemurs as they surround you, jumping all around, play with you and stare at you curiously. This is once in a lifetime experience that you can’t miss on your visit to Aquarium.

• Stingrays Interaction: Aren’t stingrays dangerous? A lot of people think so, but this interaction points to the contrary. Stingrays love to socialize and interact with humans, so feel free to touch them. We can only tell you that touching their skin is something that you will never forget plus you’ll come to realize that they’re some of the most loving mammals in the ocean.

• Interaction with penguins: Penguins are the most loving creatures on the planet, don’t you agree? If so, then you’ll love our interaction with these adorable mammals. Meet our rockhopper penguin and our magellanic penguin couple! They love to take pictures with guests, receive hugs from, get fed and swim around them while learning about how you can protect their wellbeing and that of their natural habitats.

Interact with the penguins

Please note that although these interactions are offered at an additional cost they are absolutely the best treat you can give yourself on your next visit to Aquarium!