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Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters

At the interactive aquarium of Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters, feed and befriend sharks and catch sight of animals like seahorses, eels, fiddler rays, and more.
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Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters
Children interacting with epaulette sharks at Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters aquarium.
Families interacting with stingrays at Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters aquarium.
Woman interacting with stingray at Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters aquarium.
Woman interacting with stingray at Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters aquarium.
Person touching a stingray in shallow water at Irukandji Shark and Ray Encounters.
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  • Venture forth into a natural lagoon-style habitat to interact with the friendly sharks and rays.

  • Share an unforgettable family experience as you meet some incredible marine creatures.

  • See fiddler rays, seahorses, eels, and tawny nurse sharks that grow up to 10 feet long.

  • Learn about the aquarium's marine life on an interactive guided tour.

  • Sate your curiosity by asking questions to the experienced guide.

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  • Venture forth into a natural lagoon-style habitat to interact with the friendly sharks and rays.

  • Share an unforgettable family experience as you meet some incredible marine creatures.

  • See fiddler rays, seahorses, eels, and tawny nurse sharks that grow up to 10 feet long.

  • Learn about the aquarium's marine life on an interactive guided tour.

  • Sate your curiosity by asking questions to the experienced guide.

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AU$41
People interacting with a zebra shark in shallow water during an encounter experience.
Person interacting with a zebra shark and stingrays in shallow water.
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  • Paddle in the shallow end and enjoy a private encounter with Irukandji's beautiful Zebra Sharks for 20 minutes.

  • Marvel at the local wildlife and sea animals, and learn about how to contribute to conservation efforts.

  • Tour the tropical aquarium, and see a diverse variety of saltwater species.

  • You can spend time with these adorable creatures as they flap around your feet or swim into your lap so you can pe them.

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  • Paddle in the shallow end and enjoy a private encounter with Irukandji's beautiful Zebra Sharks for 20 minutes.

  • Marvel at the local wildlife and sea animals, and learn about how to contribute to conservation efforts.

  • Tour the tropical aquarium, and see a diverse variety of saltwater species.

  • You can spend time with these adorable creatures as they flap around your feet or swim into your lap so you can pe them.

from
AU$106
Group of snorkelers giving thumbs up in clear water, ready for shark and ray encounter.
Snorkeler in wetsuit exploring underwater, part of Snorkel with Sharks & Rays tour.
Person snorkeling in clear water near rocky shore.
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  • Snorkel with big sharks and rays in Irukandji's natural style tropical lagoon.

  • Learn how to safely interact with marine animals and get an introduction to the snorkeling equipment with your expert guide.

  • Explore the shallows of the lagoon as your guide feeds sharks and rays of different species while telling you about their different personalities.

  • Tune in to an educational talk about conservation efforts taken for sealife in the region.

  • Walk around the tropical aquarium and see fascinating creatures like lionfish and clownfish.

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  • Snorkel with big sharks and rays in Irukandji's natural style tropical lagoon.

  • Learn how to safely interact with marine animals and get an introduction to the snorkeling equipment with your expert guide.

  • Explore the shallows of the lagoon as your guide feeds sharks and rays of different species while telling you about their different personalities.

  • Tune in to an educational talk about conservation efforts taken for sealife in the region.

  • Walk around the tropical aquarium and see fascinating creatures like lionfish and clownfish.

from
AU$121
Person interacting with a tawny nurse shark in shallow water during Irukandji encounter.
Person interacting with a tawny nurse shark in shallow water during Irukandji encounter.
Children in wetsuits interacting with a tawny nurse shark at Irukandji Shark Encounter.
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  • Enjoy getting to know the various exotic, Australian species at a natural-style lagoon.
  • Feed sharks and rays outside the lagoon with a feeding stick and food provided to you.
  • Learn fascinating facts about the creatures with your expert guide.
  • Get up close with the elusive tawny nurse sharks as they befriend you inside the lagoon.
  • Interact closely with the rare species as you feed and pet them.
  • Admire a variety of vibrant fishes as you explore the tropical aquarium.

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  • Enjoy getting to know the various exotic, Australian species at a natural-style lagoon.
  • Feed sharks and rays outside the lagoon with a feeding stick and food provided to you.
  • Learn fascinating facts about the creatures with your expert guide.
  • Get up close with the elusive tawny nurse sharks as they befriend you inside the lagoon.
  • Interact closely with the rare species as you feed and pet them.
  • Admire a variety of vibrant fishes as you explore the tropical aquarium.
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AU$131
Person interacting with a stingray in shallow water at Irukandji, Australia.
Visitors interacting with a ray at Irukandji, Australia, during the Little Ray Cuddle experience.
Kids interacting with rays at Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters, Australia.
Visitors interacting with stingrays in shallow water at Irukandji, Australia.
Children interacting with a stingray underwater at Irukandji, Australia.
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2 hr 20 min
  • Experience an intimate 20-minute encounter with rays, who'll glide over your lap for a cuddle, in a small, personalized group of 6.

  • Explore every corner of the aquarium with full access, featuring 2 shallow lagoon encounters, offering a combined 2 hours of fun.

  • Interact with a range of sea creatures including fish, sharks, and turtles through feeding, petting, and educational sessions.

  • Gain insight from expert keepers' talks while engaging in a hands-on marine learning adventure at the interactive aquarium.

  • Ever wondered about the name Irukandji? It's actually named after a tiny species of box jellyfish known for their unusually potent venom!

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  • Experience an intimate 20-minute encounter with rays, who'll glide over your lap for a cuddle, in a small, personalized group of 6.

  • Explore every corner of the aquarium with full access, featuring 2 shallow lagoon encounters, offering a combined 2 hours of fun.

  • Interact with a range of sea creatures including fish, sharks, and turtles through feeding, petting, and educational sessions.

  • Gain insight from expert keepers' talks while engaging in a hands-on marine learning adventure at the interactive aquarium.

  • Ever wondered about the name Irukandji? It's actually named after a tiny species of box jellyfish known for their unusually potent venom!

from
AU$101

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