Ocean Park in Manila Philippines
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The Manila Ocean Park
Manila Ocean Park to open to public on 15 December
By Channel NewsAsia's Philippine Correspondent Christine Ong | Posted: 09 November 2007 1942 hrs
MANILA: The Philippines has the richest concentration of marine life in the world and its diverse marine species will soon be showcased in the country's first and largest oceanarium.
The Philippines' first marine theme park complex - Manila Ocean Park - will be opening its doors to the public on 15 December.
The US$20 million project features an oceanarium, a shopping mall, restaurants and a boutique hotel, funded by investors from Singapore and Malaysia.
Lim Chee Yong, President of Manila Ocean Park, said: "The Philippines has one of the most diverse marine bio diversity in the region, yet it doesn't have the proper facility to showcase its beautiful marine fauna and flora, so I thought it is very timely and very appropriate to have this facility here."
The oceanarium at Manila Ocean Park will be one of the biggest and most advanced in Asia.
As of now, Manila Ocean Park is 80 percent complete, and one of the main attractions is a 25-metre-long walkway tunnel, which will have the coral wall on one side, and big fish like sharks and rays on the other.
Aside from the 8,000-sqm oceanarium, the park will have several open-water habitats where marine enthusiasts can swim and dive with the fish.
Close to 300 marine species indigenous to the Philippines and Southeast Asia will be showcased.
Cristina Romualdez, Vice-President of Manila Ocean Park, said: "The sheer number and variety of species is our biggest attraction, and this will set us apart from other oceanariums all over the world."
The park owners hope visitors will not just marvel at the marine life, but also find it an enriching, educational experience.
"They will be able to learn about these creatures and they will be able to contribute in some way to the preservation and conservation of these particular creatures. We are largely an educational facility, and that's what we want to be known in this country," said Romualdez.
That is why entrance fees have been made affordable - US$4 for students and US$8 for other visitors.
- CNA/so
From: Arlene Asidao
Imagine going to Manila Bay and coming face-to-face with a shark or even a school of fierce barracudas.
Come December, this awesome scene will be experienced by Filipino adults and children alike with the completion of the Manila Ocean Park just behind the Quirino Grandstand at the Rizal Park.
The P1-billion project of Singaporean and Malaysian investors is the first world-class marine park to adopt a "fusion concept," according to Manila Ocean Park president Lim Chee Yong.
Lim said the concept entailed bringing together an oceanarium, a mall, a boutique hotel, a restaurant row and open marine habitats -- where marine enthusiasts could learn to swim and dive with the fishes.
"The park will house the first and largest aquarium facility in the Philippines," Lim announced during a walking tour with the media on Wednesday at the site.
He said that both the oceanarium and the open marine habitats would contain 12,000 cubic meters of seawater featuring 300 marine species indigenous to the Philippines and Southeast Asia.
Lim proudly said that the Manila Ocean Park would be among the most advanced ocean parks in Asia -- with an area larger than the famous Sentosa oceanarium in Singapore.
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Now you must be proud! First, it's the beauty of nature... a work of art.... most of all there's no place like home... ;)
learn and enrich our mind with this natural wonders in the tropical country of the Philippines by showcasing what they have.
cheers!!
Mabuhay!.... Maraming Salamat Po! ;)
Wow! That's my Philippines! I went to Sentosa in Singapore just to see among others, the Underwater World and the Dolphin Lagoon. Now I don't have to go back just for the same reason. I'm sure tourism will greatly improved.
you're right baybee luz ;)
I've never heard the term 'manilena' before. Interesting =). I've heard of this ocean park. I love aquariums in general so I'm excited to check it out.
Thanks for dropping by ;)
Many times i'd watch shows in TFC (The Filipino Channel) the fantastic creature of Ocean Park Philippines in which will makes me inspire to go there in our upcoming vacation in Philippines in last quarter of this year (2008)... I'm here in Abu Dhabi UAE... Me and my husband really fond of sight seeing and wanting to visit resorts and beaches in our every vacation and for a change visiting the oceanarium is one we really prepare of...
I have 2 aquariums in my house in the Philippines, but i want to try this one... to visit na lang Ocean Park in my hometown siguro, i can't afford same like that... mwahahaha!!!! I miss Philippines....
I have 2 aquariums in my house in the Philippines, but i want to try this one... to visit na lang Ocean Park in my hometown siguro, i can't afford same like that... mwahahaha!!!! I miss Philippines....
I have 2 aquariums in my house in the Philippines, but i want to try this one... to visit na lang Ocean Park in my hometown siguro, i can't afford same like that... mwahahaha!!!! I miss Philippines....
thanks for visiting my hub Arlene ;)
Can't wait to see it. Malayo na talaga ang nararating ng mga Pilipino. How i wish we could also do better in politics..he he...
Hehehe politics hmmmn I doubt it. Thanks for reading roviel;)
Manila Ocean Park...oh, how nice. thanks to the foreign investors. About the entrance fee... it's just at a reasonable amount.
Yet, sad to know i haven't heard about this before our vacation there last february '08. Just learned about this tonight at Rated K March 23 edition. Hope to be there on our next vacation to the Philippines.
More power to you doodsdpogi!
Aloha!
Thanks tita;)
pano ba pumuntang ocean park manila? ive been into HK ocean park. i wanna see it here. so how can i go there. im from antipolo. thanks
pano ba pumuntang ocean park manila? ive been into HK ocean park. i wanna see it here. so how can i go there. im from antipolo. thanks
pano ba pumuntang ocean park manila? ive been into HK ocean park. i wanna see it here. so how can i go there. im from antipolo. thanks
Ivy/Chloe, it is located at the back of Quirino Grandstand.... Luneta. It's know so you wont be lost there ;) . Entrance Fee is Php 400 but discounted if you're a Manila residence, I dont know if there's changes in the fee. Some parts are still under construction so expect that it will be OK soon ;)enjoy
decrescendo, there are fast foods nearby and inside where you can still view the aquarium. But if you want good restaurants and bars.... Malate is very near the place and lots of Manila Bay viewing food hubs. :)
W've been there last easter sunday together with my family. We really enjoyed a lot seeing those species under water. My daughter loved it much. Especially when she saw big stingrays, sharks and a giant lapu-lapu and more. Thank you so much. We dont need to go to other country to see an oceanarium like this.
Wow, great Arlene! ;)
wer it is??
Nico, it is just at the back of Quirino Park Grandstand (Luneta Park) ;)
papost naman kung magkano ang entrance fee for adult and for the kids
Hi merelyn, last month it was Php 400 each, but Manileno were given discount. Im not sure if they have promo this coming month;)
i can't wait 4 christmas vacation so that i can visit the manila ocean park,....WOW PHilppines..!
Jhall, it would be definitely a more improved Ocean Park in few more months;)
sana bumaba entrance fee :(
How I wish too Pol, coz I want to bring some friends and relatives too there ;)
Is it true that digital cameras were not allowed?
im not sure beige but mobile phones with camera OK but no flash;)
thanks doods, i'm hoping it will be allowed but i have read some article that camera is prohibited there. do you have there offical web site where we can asked or interact about it? many thanks :)
were excited to go there tommorow coz it was my daughter's B-day so I asked her wat gift she wants on her bday..she answer Ocean Park mama..sana may discount pag B-day Celebrant..
Hope you and your daugther will enjoy.... give my love to her ;) happy bday sweetie. God Bless!
im going home soon and we will definitely visit that place.looks like aquarium of the pacific in LA.
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Schedule please? entrance fees?
Would love to visit that park one day, soon!
now im looking forward to back in the phils early next year to visit the ocean park.. i heard it really nice and fun..
c u there...
Your place is nice....
Your place is nice....
How much is the entrance fee?
do you have package deal? where planning to go der this May,,, can you email me so i can know how much should i spend?my email Hanan29odeza@yahoo.com
great! i`m so delighted with this great dream that turned into reality....The manila ocean park.am now planning with my family ,once i`m on vacation, the first thing is to stroll in this gigantic and wonderful icon that gives excitement & happiness to all filipinos...mabuhay
;) see you here abelle
Hi Hanan, I don't know if there are some changes but entrance fee is Php 400.00Never any package deal but they are giving discounts to Manila residence.
Hope you enjoy ;)
Great! Be Happy and Proud Boy... Mabuhay..... ;)
meron bang discounts for groups ??
for example 20 kmi may discount b s entrance fee??
Cholo, as of now I don't know the current updates on the fees but can visit the www.manilaoceanpark.com for more details... hope ur group will enjoy the place:)
hello! ii am currently working at a center for kids called remar and i am so interested to bring my kids (center's kids to be precise) on that fabulous ocean park they were talking about. but the problem is we are a non profit center and we are just living through donations? does the management give charitable discount for this kind of institution? hope you will help me on these and i hope i have passed a great burden to you and eventually be our partner in helping these neglected children feel that they are welcome in these society. hope to hear from you...
What is the timings of the ocean park?
Before, my wife and I, handle school accounts for Educational Tours, and most of our clients enjoy seeing large aquariums and marine animals. I miss those days since working here in China. But for sure I'll take my children with me on visiting this awsome Ocean Park!!! Yeheyyyy saves me money, we don't have to go to HK this year... hehehehehe!!!
Thanks Lance ;)
Now, I see why my brother wants to take his kids there. I didn't realize we have something like the Aquarium of the Pacific here in Long Beach, CA.
manila ocean park is so very beautiful place
because there are so many many fishes ill like to go there some day
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gs2 qng mkarating s ocean park!!!sah oktubre bka yan ang aming fieldtrip i luv it!!!
I will go back to the Phils next week and I would love to visit the Manila Ocean Park with my 3 nephews. I've heard that it's nice. Hmmm! Something to look forward to. Go Philippines!
i want to go in ocean park who want to sponsor me
Do you agree that sea animals be used for business
My point of view on this issue, they are used for education and to awaken the awareness of people on the lives and importance of these creatures.
Who wants to go with me at the Ocean Park ? ? ? Only good looking and fit guys who can escort me coz im afraid of sharks ! ! ! text me + 44 7855379028. Im serious its all expense paid for lucky guys. Cheers!
By the looks of it, it is more fascinating than the london aquarium. Promise to bring the whole family there on our next vacation.
We're planning to go there first week o Dec,
Anyone, do they accept credit card for the entrance fees!
Compared to HK, which one is better?
Compared to HK, which one is better? I've gone to Hk ocean park already thats why i want to know.
Hi Mika, It's one of the best.... hope u'l enjoy as u did in HK ;)
Anyone, do they accept credit card for the entrance fees?!
I CANT WAIT TO SEE OCEAN PARK SA PINAS..THEY SAID ITS BEAUTIFUL
Wow it is new here in the Philippines..!!
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Yesterday when I have European guests ,we found 3 Whalesharks and interacted 4 times and the longest is 10 mins continous interaction. Imagine swimming along with these Gentle Giants head to head, lol great guys!!
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hi guys! anybody now how much is the entrance fee as of today???
thanks!
Php 400.00 but exclusive some nice adventures ;)
Manila Ocean Park is d best in Manila..
hello there dati pa rin ba ang entrance fee nila,,anjan na kc kami ng june 2 guso sana namin sumaglit
sa kids at sa adult ba ay pareho ang fee sayang naman minsan lang kami makauwi ng pinas ma mis pa namin ang matagal ko nang dreams na mapuntahan dahil lang sa di kaya ang entrancefee ang dami kc namin eh ako lang financer,,sana may packages deal
cristina327 says:
2 years ago
Nice hub. Great information, Can't wait to see it. Never been so proud before to be a Manilena.