Phew. The new KLCC Aquaria is really cool. Right now its only Rm20 for entrance fee. It just opened last Sat or Sunday. Visit the website
Three million litres of clean water and 60kg of fish food a day — that’s what it will take to care for 5,000 fish in the Aquaria KLCC, here.
Kuala Lumpur’s first commercial aquarium, which will officially open on Saturday, has a built-up area of 5,600 square metres at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.
The Aquaria KLCC is an interactive aquarium that focuses on education and entertainment, with a 90-metre acrylic tunnel, man-made coral reef and an “aqua theatre”.
Head curator Paul Hamilton uses the most basic thing to keep the water clean: sand, which naturally contains bacteria that consume fish waste.
The main tank contains 3,000 fish, including Cheryl, a three-metre sand tiger shark, and Bob, a 150kg grouper.
A walk through the tunnel enables visitors to experience the wonders of marine life without getting wet.
As visitors gape at moray eels with leopard-spotted skin, 700 litres of water is pumped hourly from the main tank into sand filters. From there, the water goes through protein-skimmers, which clear it of remnants of fats and proteins from the fish feed.
Divers occasionally share the water of the main tank with the fish, when they feed them at set times.
The 55mm thick tunnel walls are not glass but acrylic, which was “curved” in New Zealand.
The fish are fed with local squid and mackerel, with the addition of supplements. Divers feed the sharks using metal prongs. A three-metre shark eats 5kg of food a day.
Some 80,000kg of marine salt was added to the water to replicate the chemistry of sea water for the fish, and 10 per cent of the salt water is changed every month.
The aquarium complex is also a showcase for 150 land animals and has 20 interactive kiosks designed to educate visitors on aquatic life.
Aquaria KLCC Admission Fees
Category [Promotion] Fee
Adult [Standard] RM38
Adult [With MyKad] RM28
Children [Standard] RM26
Children [With MyKid] RM22
Malaysia Students [Standard] RM28
Senior Citizens [Standard] RM28
Terms & Conditions
Entry for infants (Below 3 years) is waived
Children fare applicable for those aged 3 – 12 years
MyKad/MyKid promotion only applicable from Monday to Thursday
Standard rates apply on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, School & Public Holidays
Last ticket sales & admission at 9.00pm
Do’s & Dont’s
1. No littering in the aquarium
2. No food and drinks allowed inside the aquarium
3. Visitors are not allowed to feed the fish
4. Frightening animals is strictly prohibited
5. Flash photography is not allowed
6. Visitors are not allowed to knock on the exhibit glass
7. No smoking allowed
Services & Facilities
Wheelchairs / ramps for the handicapped
Baggage storage counter
Restrooms
Baby changing room
Major credit cards accepted
MyKad & MyKid & E-cash support
Dining outlets & money changer within the complex
Photo printing kiosk
Photo/images downloading
Gift shop/ Hotel within walking distance
Access to Suria KLCC shopping centre
Adjacent to Petronas Twin Towers
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What are Aquaria KLCC’s operational hours?
The aquarium is open from 10am – 10pm daily, with last admission at 9pm
2. Is Aquaria KLCC open to the public on school and public holidays?
Yes, the aquarium is open to public even on school and public holidays.
3. Where can i purchase entrance tickets to Aquaria KLCC?
Entrance tickets can be purchased at the ticket counters located at the main entrance of Aquaria KLCC at Concourse level 1.
4. Does one have to book in advance to enter the aquarium?
Tickets are to be purchased at point of entry.
5. Are infants charged for entrance fees?
Children below 3 years old do not have to pay entrance fees.
6. At what age does a child have to be chaperoned?
A child below the age of 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
7. Is an entrance tickets valid for multiple entries in the same day of visit?
No, each ticket is only valid for one visit only.
8. What are highlights of the aquarium?
The 90 metre long underwater tunnel
Rare sane-tiger sharks
The 10 foot long gigantic Arapaima
Only a the touch pool encounter
Death-deying shark feedings at the Aqua Theatre