SEA LIFE Kelly Tarltons Aquarium General Admission
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September 2026
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Really nice.
Not the flashy Sea life you have all around the world. But really great, you can even get hands on experience. And you get really close to the fish. A sting ray might swim right over you.
Quite good actually
Quite good actually. Worth the time and money. If you’ve seen the one in Dubai, then probably might leave you a bit disappointed but otherwise, quite cool to visit with your family. You see surprisingly big sharks with a lot of other aquatic species that are lovely. Overall recommend!
What you can expect
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium in Auckland offers a unique Southern Oceans experience in New Zealand. The walk-through Antarctic Ice Adventure is home to the world’s largest sub-Antarctic penguin colony display. Learn about how we rescue and rehabilitate injured turtles at our Turtle Bay and Turtle Rescue interactive zone.
Experience the view under the water in the world’s first curved aquarium tunnel, home to New Zealand’s largest collection of sharks. You can also see displays of various artefacts that Kelly Tarlton the marine archeologist, found while exploring different shipwrecks around the world. SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium boasts unique attractions including world’s only display of Spiny Sea Dragons and the world’s biggest species of stingray. The Rockpool Experience allows visitors to touch different types of starfish and, with the animal-themed quiz trail this truly is an interactive day out.
Location
What you need to know
- General admission to SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium
- Free parking
- Digital Photo Pass: Complimentary photos from our themed photo stations (print purchases available)
- Animal Adventure Experiences
- Souvenirs
- Food and beverages
- Available for purchase at the attraction
- Open Thursday to Monday during School Terms, 9.30am to 5pm (last entry 4pm)
- Open seven days during NZ School Holidays, 9.30am to 5pm (last entry 4pm)
- Time slots for entry are 9.30am, 10am, 11am, 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1pm, 2pm, 2.30pm and 3.30pm
- Please allow 90 minutes for this experience.
- This experience is located at SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium, 23 Tamaki Drive, Orakei, Auckland 1071.
- Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 18
- Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 18
- The experience provider tries their best to maintain a regular schedule of presentations, however occasionally make changes in the interests of animal welfare
- Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
- Tickets are non refundable
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Please present your voucher at the entrance to SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair friendly
- Sensory bags or kits available
- Carer can be accommodated in the experience to provide support
- Companion card accepted
Recent reviews
Really nice.
Not the flashy Sea life you have all around the world. But really great, you can even get hands on experience. And you get really close to the fish. A sting ray might swim right over you.
Quite good actually
Quite good actually. Worth the time and money. If you’ve seen the one in Dubai, then probably might leave you a bit disappointed but otherwise, quite cool to visit with your family. You see surprisingly big sharks with a lot of other aquatic species that are lovely. Overall recommend!
While parking can be an issue
While parking can be an issue, (we went early Sunday afternoon) the staff were attentive and helpful from ticketting to exit. The experience was spectacular, fun, educational, we thoroughly enjoyed our time including the staff talks which were knowledgeable, feeding time was great to watch and my wife and I highly recommend the experience - but make sure you allow at least two to three hours.
