World-Class Oceanarium in the Philippines Launched

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Manila Ocean Park launched its Oceanarium in a ceremony attended by Her Excellency President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo and key government officials last February 29, 2008. This facility is envisioned to showcase the rich and diverse marine life of the Philippines which has been recently declared as the center of the center of marine shore fish bio-diversity in the world.

The Oceanarium features 20,000 exotic and colorful fishes, majority of which come from the waters of the Philippines. Manila Ocean Park has installed a state-of-the-art life support systems and facilities to maintain the good health of animals and ensure their safety.

The park is set to be one of the country’s world-class tourist attractions that can rival other similarly-themed parks in Asia. It is expected to draw millions of visitors on its first year, offering a beyond the usual tourist experience as well as unique shopping opportunities. Aside from the aquatic display, park visitors can also enjoy the glass-bottomed boat ride, the 20-foot acrylic underwater tunnel, and the activity center where many interactive devices impart information about the oceans surrounding the Philippines and the creatures that live in them.

On top of being a tourist destination, Manila Ocean Park is established not only to provide economic benefits to the community folks but also to serve as a vehicle towards environmental conservation and protection. It primarily seeks to awaken public awareness on the current status of Philippine seas and encourage various sectors to adopt a concerted action to invigorate the bodies of water surrounding our country. In line with this mandate, the park has held appreciation night in honor of its partners and non-government environmental organizations.

The Oceanarium is only the first phase of the first-of-its-kind marine theme park. When completed, the Manila Ocean Park will feature a fusion concept, bringing together an Oceanarium, a shopping mall and a boutique hotel in one compound. This establishment will be the first of its kind in the Asia Pacific region. China Oceanis Philippines, the operator of Manila Ocean Park, is a subsidiary of China Oceanis, which owns and operates many other marine-themed parks in Asia..

People interested to enter the Oceanarium are advised of the following:

Operating Hours
Manila Ocean Park is open from 10am – 6pm, Mondays through Sundays. Special tours may be requested and booked earlier than tour schedules.

Entrance Fee
The Entrance Fee for adults is PHP400 (approximately US$10) and PHP350 (approximately US$9) for children.

Security Checks
Everyone entering the Park is subject to a security check. Bags, parcels and/or items shall undergo inspection before entry.

Photography
Flash photography is not allowed as this scares the marine animals. Photography, videotaping, recording of any kind, broadcast or transmission for commercial purposes is not allowed.

Guests with Special Needs
Guests of Manila Ocean Park requiring special assistance can bring their own wheelchairs to the Park. Guests bringing in small children may be allowed to use their strollers inside the Oceanarium. A limited number of wheelchairs and strollers may be rented for a nominal fee at the entrance.

Personal Conduct
Interactive kiosks and projections, as well as educational materials and other equipment, have been installed within the Manila Ocean Park to enhance the learning experience. Guests are free to use the equipment under minimal supervision; however, it is expected that care shall be taken during its use.

First Aid
First Aid Stations are available at the front desk and second floor activity center.

The Manila Ocean Park is located behind the Quirino Grandstand, in Luneta, Manila. For more information, contact (011632) 567.7777 and 567 2309 or visit its web site www.oceanparkmanilabay.com for more details.

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