Hurghada Grand Aquarium is one of Hurghada most popular attractions a large and immersive aquatic and wildlife experience perfect for families, marine lovers, and visitors of all ages
🌊 What It Is
Grand Aquarium Hurghada is a world‑class aquarium and educational exhibit showcasing marine and freshwater life, as well as terrestrial animals. It combines entertainment, conservation, and learning in a single experience. The facility is one of the largest aquariums in Egypt and the Arab world, housing thousands of animals across many species
🐠 Main Experiences
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Underwater Tunnels Walk through long glass tunnels surrounded by fish, sharks, rays, and other sea creatures swimming all around you — giving the feeling of being under the sea
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Marine Aquariums Large tanks with hundreds of Red Sea species, including sharks, rays, turtles, and colorful reef fish
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Freshwater & Rainforest Exhibits: Displays of freshwater fish and ecosystems, along with a themed rainforest area rich in plants and wildlife
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Mini Zoo: A small zoo with rescued animals like monkeys, crocodiles, birds, and reptiles
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Fossil & “Wadi Al‑Hitan” Exhibit A section inspired by the UNESCO World Heritage site Whale Valley, showcasing ancient fossils
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Interactive Activities Daily shark feeding shows and opportunities to feed some animals in the mini zoo
🧠 Why It’s Special
Grand Aquarium isn’t just for sightseeing — it’s designed to educate visitors about marine conservation and the importance of protecting ocean habitats, making it both fun and informative
🕒 Practical Info
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Open daily: Generally from morning until late at night often around 9 AM 1 AM last entry earlier
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Exhibits Spread across 24 themed galleries with over 1 million gallons 3,500 m of water and many species
Visiting Grand Aquarium gives you a chance to explore life beneath the waves and beyond, all within a beautifully designed indoor setting in Hurghada
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