Maui Ocean Center has earned a prestigious spot among the nation’s Top 10 aquariums, according to USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards 2024. This recognition highlights the aquarium’s commitment to excellence in marine exhibits and visitor experiences.
Maui Ocean Center Recognized for High-Quality Exhibits
A panel of experts nominated Maui Ocean Center for the “Best Aquarium” category, acknowledging its exceptional exhibits and engaging visitor interactions. The nomination led to a month-long public vote to determine the winners.
“We want to extend a huge mahalo to all those who took the time to vote for us,” said Maui Ocean Center General Manager Tapani Vuori. “We are very proud of this honor, especially because it recognizes our message of ocean conservation.”
Highlighted Features of Maui Ocean Center
USA Today praised several standout features of the aquarium, including:
Shark Dive and Snorkeling Experiences: Unique underwater adventures.
Outdoor Turtle Lagoon: A captivating exhibit featuring Hawaiian sea turtles.
“Humpbacks of Hawai’i” 3D Film: An immersive experience inside the Sphere Theater.
“The Maui Ocean Center is home to one of the largest displays of live Pacific corals in the world,” noted USA Today. “Kids can come face-to-face with a variety of Hawaiian marine life, including sharks, stingrays, sea turtles, and colorful tropical fish.”
Maui Ocean Center Visitor Information
Located in Mā‘alaea, Maui Ocean Center is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the last entry at 4 p.m. Additionally, after-hours “Aquari-OM” yoga classes are held from 5 to 6 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
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