In 1983, Kelly Tarleton proposed building an aquarium in unused sewage tanks underground on the Auckland waterfront. The fish could be viewed through a long acrylic tunnel.The aquarium opened in 1985 after 10 months of construction. Tarleton developed a new method for building an acrylic tunnel by taking large sheets of clear acrylic, cutting them to size and heating them in an oven until they took shape. Some of the sheets weighed more than a ton. Due to the refraction caused by light passing through the water and the acrylic sheets used to create the tunnel, the fish appear to be a third smaller than they actually are.The main features of the aquarium are "Meeting with Antarctica" and "Underwater World", but it also includes several other exhibits and several study rooms.
MoreKelly Tarton's Auckland is an aquarium converted from an abandoned sewage plant. It was completed by New Zealand marine archaeologist Mr. Kelly Tarton for 10 years. There are 8 major themes on display with its own characteristics. In the fascinating winter wonderland, you can take the Icefield Expedition Vehicle into the viewing area at minus 2 degrees Celsius and watch the colonies of King and Gentoo penguin walking on the artificial snow or diving underwater. You can also experience the excitement of big sharks and Stingrays swimming by in the transparent glass landscape tunnel of the underwater world, and witness how the mighty giant lobster coexists harmoniously with its neighbors. If you want to see it up close, you can put yourself in a cage into the shark viewing tank, or even dive directly into the shark viewing tank.
△ Watch giant sharks up closely
△ Learn more about marine life in the Southern Hemisphere
△ Watch the adorable feeding process of the colonies of King and Gentoo penguins
In 1983, Kelly Tarleton proposed building an aquarium in unused sewage tanks underground on the Auckland waterfront. The fish could be viewed through a long acrylic tunnel.The aquarium opened in 1985 after 10 months of construction. Tarleton developed a new method for building an acrylic tunnel by taking large sheets of clear acrylic, cutting them to size and heating them in an oven until they took shape. Some of the sheets weighed more than a ton. Due to the refraction caused by light passing through the water and the acrylic sheets used to create the tunnel, the fish appear to be a third smaller than they actually are.The main features of the aquarium are "Meeting with Antarctica" and "Underwater World", but it also includes several other exhibits and several study rooms.
this place of sea life kelly tarlon’s aquarium is beautiful, it has alot of sea animals and fishes, the staff is very friendly and helpful.
This is my first time coming to this place, it's really wonderful, it's very beautiful and luxurious. I will come back here because I find the environment very friendly and close. Thank you very much.
Quite good. The Antartic exhibition was great. Loved watching the rays glide overhead. But.... what is your point of difference to other marine aquariums? You need to highlight this. The revolving walkway is not innovative. Get nose to beak with penguins through the windows.In the main area of the exhibit where a keeper does their talk, the acoustics are poor & the playground drowns out a lot of the talk. However, it was a good few hours.Ticket Price:Family Admission-Online From $116 Per Family Up To $153 Per Family General Admission:Online From $45 Per Adult Up To $47Per AdultOpening Hours:9:30 am–5 pmTime required to visit: 1 to 3 hrsHave a safe trip!
Sea life kelly tarlton aquarium is most beautiful place to discover and see a sea animal like crocodile and a lot different kind of fish.
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium, located in Auckland, New Zealand, offers an immersive underwater experience for visitors of all ages. Explore mesmerizing exhibits featuring diverse marine life, including sharks, stingrays, and colorful fish. With interactive displays, educational presentations, and unique underwater tunnels, it's a journey into the wonders of the ocean depths.