Shark Reef Aquarium

Mandalay Bay
Las Vegas, NV, United States

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Aquarium Hours

Shark Reef Aquarium | Daily 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Last Admission 7:00 PM

Santa in the Shipwreck - December 7-8, 14-15, & 21-24 - 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

For Santa in the Shipwreck information - please visit here

Dining Nearby

Enjoy dining suitable for all groups and ages nearby

Mission Statement

Shark Reef adheres to high standards of animal care, while providing an entertaining and educational experience, as well as contributing to education and research initiatives.

Conservation

Shark Reef Aquarium is committed to protecting natural resources and aquatic species through support of meaningful conservation initiatives. We operate the aquarium sustainably by recycling, converting exhibit lighting to LED, installing variable frequency drive motors on our pumps, recycling exhibit water, and buying sustainable seafood. Shark Reef participates in conservation and research through organizations that are aligned with our mission and values. Through these partnerships, we have increased the breeding of key species, increased the knowledge of shark husbandry, and rescued three Green Sea Turtles. Learn more about our endangered sea turtles here.

Take a walk on the wild side with more than 2,000 animals at the Shark Reef Aquarium! Whether you are looking to gaze at the friendly creatures from inside the shipwreck, or thrill your senses diving alongside the sharks, Shark Reef Aquarium is sure to keep you mesmerized from start to finish!

Packages and Specials

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Shark Reef Stingray Feed

Mandalay Bay

Reach into our touch pool and feed our fabulous stingrays and ancient horseshoe crabs a smorgasbord of shrimp, krill and fish. Participants must be at least 5 years old. Minors must be accompanied by a paying adult (ages 18+). Same day tickets must be purchased in person.

From $65.00

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Shark Reef Shark Feed

Mandalay Bay

Have you ever wondered how Sharks eat? Watch it happen during this interactive shark feed. Participants must be at least 13 years old. Minors must be accompanied by a paying adult (ages 18+). Same day tickets must be purchased in person.

From $99.00

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Packages

Santa in the Shipwreck

Mandalay Bay

December 7-8, 14-15, & 21-24 - 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Add-on

Shark Reef Sea Turtle Feed

Mandalay Bay

Our new sea turtle interactive feeding program offers you the opportunity to get up close and personal with the gentle giants. Participants must be at least 13 years old. Minors must be accompanied by a paying adult (ages 18+). Same day tickets must be purchased in person.

From $99.00

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Underwater Proposal - Call to Book

Mandalay Bay

How deep is your love? Make one of your most memorable days even more special with a private tour and a surprise proposal presented by one of our divers.

From $150.00

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Attraction details

Contact information

Information: 702.632.4555

Hours of operation

Monday to Sunday: 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Last admission

7:00 PM

Box office hours

Mon - Sun: 9:30 AM - 7:30 PM

Age requirement

Children 12 & under must be accompanied by a paid adult. Children 4 and under are free and do not require a ticket, however for safety may not ride the virtual reality experience.

Admission and Ticketing

Reserve your entry time! To manage capacity limits and allow visitors to plan their day, Shark Reef Aquarium has timed ticket entry. During peak times, the Aquarium may sell out of tickets, please reserve in advance for a preferred date and time. Entry time is good for the one-hour window selected.

Now offering Anytime Tickets – need flexibility, unsure of your plans? Book an Anytime Ticket, valid for the date of entry ANYTIME during aquarium hours. Limited quantities available.

Shark Reef Aquarium & Undersea Explorer VR Experience

Timed Entry Pricing:

  • Adult: $29.00
  • Seniors (age 65+): $27.00
  • Children (ages 5 - 12): $24.00
  • Children (4 & under): Free*

Anytime Pricing:

  • Adult: $36.00
  • Seniors (age 65+): $34.00
  • Children (ages 5 - 12): $31.00
  • Children (4 & under): Free*

*Virtual Reality films for ages 5 and older, younger children can enter the exhibit but must be accompanied by an adult. During VR experience children under 5 will need to rotate with a parent or guardian in the party.

Nevada Resident Admission

NV Resident discount is $3.00 off Adult or Child Admissions. Discounted tickets are not available online and can be purchased at the Shark Reef Box Office with a government-issued NV ID. Tickets are based upon availability and may sell out in advance.

Annual Pass

  • Adults: $85.00
  • Children ( ages 5-12): $45.00
  • Children (4 & under): Free

Annual Pass Benefits

  • Unlimited entry to Shark Reef Aquarium for one year
  • Discounts on Animal Encounters
  • $5.00 off Shark Reef Aquarium admission for guests
  • $10 off Cashman Photo Package
  • 10% off regular priced Shark Reef Gift Shop Merchandise
  • Two (2) admissions to Undersea Explorer Virtual Reality Theater
  • Access to Membership Online admission reservations

Undersea Explorer VR Theater

Have you ever dreamed of swimming with a humpback whale in Tonga or diving next to a 15-foot tiger shark in the Bahamas? Now’s the time to make that dream a reality. . . virtually.

A 36-seat motion-platform VR theater is at the heart of the experience. Put on your headset, sit back in the motion seats and be immersed in a world of undersea adventure. 360º 3-D virtual reality technology transports you to the South Pacific where a marine biologist takes you on a live-action journey to the nurturing grounds of the humpback whales, where you swim side-by-side with mother humpbacks and their new-born calves. Or if excitement is on your agenda, dive with tiger sharks and great hammerheads in the turquoise waters of Tiger Beach in the Bahamas.

A fully-realized experience that can be enjoyed by the whole family, the Undersea Explorer VR Theater engages the guest from its very start with an immersive and entertaining pre-show area, where guests learn about sharks and whales.

Take a selfie in the hyper-realistic shark cage, learn about the amazing anatomy of the humpback whale, track the movement real-time of sharks around the world and learn the secrets of the humpback whale songs, all as you prepare for your virtual adventure.

Included with Shark Reef Aquarium & Undersea Explorer package. VR films for ages 5 and older, younger children can enter the exhibit but must be accompanied by an adult. During VR experience children under 5 will need to rotate with a guardian or parent.

Education

Shark Reef Aquarium’s formal Educational Programs are for students who are a part of a class enrolled in a school or educational organization. For more information, please email sharkreefeducation@mandalaybay.com

Accreditation

Shark Reef Aquarium is the first and only facility in Nevada accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums. The AZA is dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums in the areas of conservation, education, science and recreation. The AZA accreditation ensures that you are supporting an institution dedicated to providing excellent care for animals. Click here to learn more about AZA Accreditation.

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