The amazing creatures at Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo Get closer with shark family with the all-new Shark Trainer experience

There are a host of unique underwater experiences; however nothing beats a close shark encounter. If you fancy getting up close and personal with sharks, then Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoos new Shark Trainer Encounter is a must try!

The family-friendly experience will educate visitors about shark species just as how these stunning creatures are dealt with at Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo. The educational content will be all about their environment, feeding and breeding habits. Besides the learning experience, guests get the opportunity to go behind the scenes in helping the aquarium staff in training Bamboo Sharks and Leopard Sharks.

Get into the tank for a unique trainer experience and interact with these brilliant creatures. There will be no swimming required, as it is a standing activity, so guests will only be submerged to about waist height in waterproof waders.

Situated in The Dubai Mall, Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo is one of the biggest and most diverse aquariums in the world with thousands of aquatic animals, and features the worlds largest acrylic viewing panel. Underwater Zoo, located on Level 2 above the main Aquarium, presents global bio-diversity in different ecological zones including a Rainforest and a Rocky Shore and Ocean feature those house coral reef animals, Giant Crabs, Amazonia Piranhas and Small-Clawed Asian Otters.

When: Daily sessions at 12:30, 14:30 and 16:30
Price: AED 100
Encounter duration: 30 minutes
Number of people per session: 6 guests with one staff