Odysseo – The largest oceanarium in Mauritius
Explore the Mascarene Archipelago's largest oceanarium, a groundbreaking facility in Mauritius.
Indulge in the ocean's wonders with this exclusive package from Odysseo. Traverse through the oceanarium and experience the captivating underwater world with its diverse flora and fauna, an enchanting spectacle. Relax and bask in the serenity of the oceanarium, taking in the sight of marine animals gracefully swimming around, while adorable little creatures curiously approach the glass separating your world from theirs. This is the perfect family outing, providing entertainment and education for all ages!
- Activity Times: 09:00 - 18:00
- Visits are available at selected time slots (usually every hour).
- The latest entry time to Odysseo is 17:15
- Duration: 1 hr 30 mins - 2 hrs
Food and Drink
Outside the main structure, around halfway across the visitors' path through the oceanarium, is a food-garden that is only accessible to oceanarium guests. The eating section is the ideal place to take a brief break and is ideal for people looking for a fast bite with rapid service and 80 chairs.
Guests will be able to take advantage of this reviving stop in a covered seating area with a children's playground.
Price:
- Adult (13 – 64 years old) – Rs 1,050
- Child (4 – 12 years old) – Rs 790
- Above 65 years old – Rs 930
- Entrance ticket includes: Virtual Nature Tour (Polar Projection)
- Children 0 - 3 years enter free.
- Booking must be done 48 hours prior to the visit.
- Your visit will begin at your selected time. Arriving late will limit your time at the oceanarium.
Activities
The Journey
The lagoon
Get off the boat and into the lagoon, with its serene waters and unexpectedly diverse wildlife, to experience the Mauritius territory's heart. Learn about the inhabitants of this distinctive ecosystem, which features beaches, fish of all different colors, seagrass beds, mangroves, and coral reefs.
Inland forests
It's time for a brief detour inland after the lagoon. You may see animals in their natural habitats here, just like you can across the entire oceanarium. Discover the various freshwater, insect, and reptile inhabitants of our lakes, rivers, and forests.
The coral reefs
After leaving the inland forest, explore our coral reefs by diving into the awe-inspiringly blue seas of the Indian Ocean. The incredible biodiversity and best-kept secrets of this dynamic and delicate ecosystem will be revealed.
Open Sea
Are you prepared for a totally immersive experience? As you move down the tunnel, stingrays, sharks, eels, and a wide variety of fish will swim beside you. a genuine aquatic adventure without a tank or scuba mask.
Sea lab
Another new area packed of discoveries and surprises is right here! Temporary exhibitions that make you think, a lab with hands-on activities in both the dry and wet areas, and a classroom where you can see captivating documentaries and learn more about the ocean environment... It's entertaining to study more in this area!
The invertebrates
Did you know that 95% of the animal species on our planet are invertebrates? Let's explore the intriguing world of these remarkably adaptable animals and their amazing evolutionary past.
Availability
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