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Mobile ticket
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Walk through the 24-meter underwater tunnel with 360° views of sharks, rays, and colorful reef fish gliding above and beside you.
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Explore the “Red Sea in glass,” featuring over 1,200 marine animals and interactive displays housed in nearly a million gallons of water.
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Wander lush jungle zones in the Rainforest Exhibit, complete with exotic birds, reptiles, and ambient nature sounds.
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Meet rescued wildlife in the mini zoo and gently interact with marine creatures at the Touch Pool.
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Don't miss the daily shark feeding shows at 11am and 3pm—arrive early for the best view.
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Entry to Hurghada Grand Aquarium & mini zoo Garden
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Access to 22 themed aquariums and galleries
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Shark feeding shows (11am & 3pm)
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Use of underwater tunnel, rope bridge, rainforest & cultural exhibits
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Food and beverages (available for purchase at the canteen)
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Hotel transfers
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Personal expenses
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Getting started
Head to the Hurghada Grand Aquarium on Safaga Villages Road. Simply show your mobile or paper ticket at the entrance—no long lines or extra steps needed. You’re welcome to enter anytime between 9am and 6pm and explore at your own pace.
What to expect
Begin in the Ocean Tank, the largest in the complex, home to nurse sharks, stingrays, and eagle rays. Then walk through 22 beautifully themed exhibits, including the Marine Species Gallery, Rainforest Exhibit, and Wadi Al-Hitan, showcasing ancient whale fossils. Admire the views inside the 24-meter underwater tunnel, walk the rope bridge for a glimpse over exhibits, and then visit the mini zoo, featuring birds and land mammals rescued or born onsite. You can also feel the sea come alive—meet and even touch starfish and sea urchins at the interactive Touch Pool.
Features
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Red Sea in glass: Nearly 1 million gallons of salt and freshwater house over 1,200 marine animals.
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Underwater tunnel: 360° viewing path through the heart of the Ocean Tank.
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Mini zoo: Visit the outdoor zoo area with exotic birds and wild animals rescued from across Egypt.
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Rainforest & heritage zones: Learn about ecosystems and Egyptian history through the Rainforest and Arabian Tent Exhibits.
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Shark feeding show: Watch professional aquarists feed the sharks at 11am and 3pm daily.
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Touch Pool: A gentle introduction to marine textures, meet and touch starfish and sea urchins.
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Rope bridge: Cross this suspended walkway between exhibit zones for a bird’s-eye view of the aquarium tanks and rainforest area—perfect for panoramic shots.
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What to bring: Mobile or printed entry ticket, a copy of your passport (for non-Egyptians) or a valid photo ID (for Egyptian nationals) for entry, sun protection for outdoor areas, and comfortable footwear.
What’s not allowed: Pets (except service animals), smoking, and professional camera without flash defuser are not allowed.
Accessibility
- The aquarium is wheelchair and stroller-accessible. The mini zoo has rocky terrain that may be challenging for wheelchair users.
Additional Information
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Children aged 1 to 9 must be accompanied by an adult over 18 years of age.
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Children aged 1–3 enter for free, and children aged 4–9 qualify for child tickets.
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Though food isn’t sold inside the zoo, outside snacks and non-alcoholic beverages are welcome and can be enjoyed in designated areas.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.
Ticket redemption point
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Show your ticket at Hurghada Grand Aquarium.
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Address: Grand Aquarium، Villages Road, Km 12, Red Sea Governorate 84511, Egypt.
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