Shark Reef Aquarium

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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!

About this show

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

For Santa in the Shipwreck information - please visit [here](https://mandalaybay.mgmresorts.com/en/entertainment/santa-in-the-shipwreck.html)

Enjoy dining suitable for all groups and ages nearby

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.

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](https://mandalaybay.mgmresorts.com/en/entertainment/shark-reef-aquarium-sea-turtle-feed.html).

Overview

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.  
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**Shark Reef Aquarium & Undersea Explorer VR Experience**  
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**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.  
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**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.  
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**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 

Admission and Ticketing

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.

Undersea Explorer VR Theater

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](mailto:sharkreefeducation@mandalaybay.com)

Education

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](https://www.aza.org/accreditation/) to learn more about AZA Accreditation.

Accreditation 

Information: [702.632.4555](tel:702.632.4555)

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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.

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At MGM Resorts International, our goal is to provide convenient, safe and secure parking for all of our guests. We are investing in new parking technologies that create a better parking experience for our visitors. These investments will ensure that our facilities are bright, clean and easier to navigate than ever before. Whether you are visiting for a few hours or for a few days, parking at MGM Resorts International will be easy and convenient during your stay. 

Parking at Mandalay Bay

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MGM Resorts and Uber have teamed up to help you get the most of your stay with designated pick-up and drop-off locations at MGM Resorts destinations. Simply open the app, request and meet your driver.

Uber & Rideshare

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Start

Walk straight down the pathway towards Rhythm and Riffs

190 ft

Take a right at Lupo and walk straight down the path

170 ft

Take a right at Fleur and walk straight down the path

290 ft

Continue down the pathway passing StripSteak and Border Grill towards the food court

1020 ft

After the Wedding Mandalay Bay, make a slight left towards Shark Reef

100 ft

Walk straight down the pathway past the hotel elevators. 

430 ft

Slight left to continue down the path through restaurant row. 

520 ft

Continue down the pathway passing Stripsteak and Border Grill towards the food court