city of manila
they say philippines is way far compared to other southeast asian countries. but in 2006, former president gloria arroyo announced that philippines is no longer a third world country, but already a second world - a middle class country.
i believe that this country has all the potential to match singapore or hongkong, or even be greater than them! hindi magpapahuli ang pinas. everything just comes in its perfect time. to prove that, i wanna show you what we already have. the philippines' pride - the manila ocean park.
it is definitely world class. it is often being compared to sentosa underwater world oceanarium in singapore. but guess what, in terms of floor space, mop is larger than sentosa - 8,000 sq m (86,000 sq ft), and has a 25-meter underwater tunnel. the park has several attractions that both kids and adults will definitely enjoy. it is owned by china oceanis philippines inc., a subsidiary of china oceanis inc., a singaporean-registered firm that has operated four oceanariums in china.
the oceanarium
experience the wonders of the sea! it has more than 5,000 kinds of marine beings, coming from more than 300 species which all originated from philippines and other southeast asian countries. feel the underwater life by walking through its 25-meter walkway tunnel, with 220 degree curved acrylic walls.
oceanarium sections (source: wikipedia)
1. agos (flow) – a rainforest motif complete with 8 tanks of freshwater fishes.
2. bahura (the reef) – exhibition of artificial corals in 48 tanks.
3. laot (fishing ground) – features big fish and eagle-spotted rays in a long tank.
4. buhay na karagatan (living ocean) – the main attraction of the oceanarium is a 25-metre long walkway tunnel with 220-degree curved acrylic walls similarly seen in ocean park hongkong, underwater world in singapore, siam ocean world in bangkok, thailand and aquaria klcc in kuala lumpur, malaysia. the difference between mop's is a 220-degree curved tunnel as compared to the standard 180-degree curved tunnels seen in other asian countries.
5. kalaliman (the deep) - showcases marine animals found in the deepest parts of the philippine's waters
6. pagi (sting ray)– variety of rays fly over while you're under this unique overhang tank.
7. pating (shark) – features several species of shark.
they say philippines is way far compared to other southeast asian countries. but in 2006, former president gloria arroyo announced that philippines is no longer a third world country, but already a second world - a middle class country.
i believe that this country has all the potential to match singapore or hongkong, or even be greater than them! hindi magpapahuli ang pinas. everything just comes in its perfect time. to prove that, i wanna show you what we already have. the philippines' pride - the manila ocean park.
it is definitely world class. it is often being compared to sentosa underwater world oceanarium in singapore. but guess what, in terms of floor space, mop is larger than sentosa - 8,000 sq m (86,000 sq ft), and has a 25-meter underwater tunnel. the park has several attractions that both kids and adults will definitely enjoy. it is owned by china oceanis philippines inc., a subsidiary of china oceanis inc., a singaporean-registered firm that has operated four oceanariums in china.
the oceanarium
experience the wonders of the sea! it has more than 5,000 kinds of marine beings, coming from more than 300 species which all originated from philippines and other southeast asian countries. feel the underwater life by walking through its 25-meter walkway tunnel, with 220 degree curved acrylic walls.
oceanarium sections (source: wikipedia)
1. agos (flow) – a rainforest motif complete with 8 tanks of freshwater fishes.
2. bahura (the reef) – exhibition of artificial corals in 48 tanks.
3. laot (fishing ground) – features big fish and eagle-spotted rays in a long tank.
4. buhay na karagatan (living ocean) – the main attraction of the oceanarium is a 25-metre long walkway tunnel with 220-degree curved acrylic walls similarly seen in ocean park hongkong, underwater world in singapore, siam ocean world in bangkok, thailand and aquaria klcc in kuala lumpur, malaysia. the difference between mop's is a 220-degree curved tunnel as compared to the standard 180-degree curved tunnels seen in other asian countries.
5. kalaliman (the deep) - showcases marine animals found in the deepest parts of the philippine's waters
6. pagi (sting ray)– variety of rays fly over while you're under this unique overhang tank.
7. pating (shark) – features several species of shark.
rate:
Php 400 per head for adults
Php 350 per head for children 4ft & below
Php 350 per head for children 4ft & below
free for children 2ft & below
marine life show
this one's really cute. :) the south american sea lions will show you some cool tricks and will entertain you with their live performances - they dance, follow commands, clap, swim, etc. there is also a part of the show where they promote preservation of marine habitats
marine life show
this one's really cute. :) the south american sea lions will show you some cool tricks and will entertain you with their live performances - they dance, follow commands, clap, swim, etc. there is also a part of the show where they promote preservation of marine habitats
rate:
Php 150 per head (any day)
musical fountain show
too bad, i miss this one. this happens at night, for people to appreciate the light effects of the show. it is philippine's first musical fountain and laser show which uses thousands of nozzles, water, fire, music, lights and special effects.
rate:
Php 150 per head (any day)
musical fountain show
too bad, i miss this one. this happens at night, for people to appreciate the light effects of the show. it is philippine's first musical fountain and laser show which uses thousands of nozzles, water, fire, music, lights and special effects.
rate:
Php 250 per head (wednesdays to fridays)
Php 300 per head (saturdays, sundays, and public holidays)
jellies - dancing sea fairies
before i saw this, i was wondering what is this all about. of course it's about jellies, but what about the dancing? can jellies also do some tricks? ;p but when i got into the exhibit room, i fully undertand it. they really seem dancing as they float into the water, accented by the light effects and the inviting music being played.
rate:
Php 150 per head
Php 300 per head (saturdays, sundays, and public holidays)
jellies - dancing sea fairies
before i saw this, i was wondering what is this all about. of course it's about jellies, but what about the dancing? can jellies also do some tricks? ;p but when i got into the exhibit room, i fully undertand it. they really seem dancing as they float into the water, accented by the light effects and the inviting music being played.
rate:
Php 150 per head
aquanaut voyage
if you want to experience a close-encouter with the fishes and stingrays, this one fits you. you will dive into their tank and play with more than 5,000 marine creatures, wearing a diving gear with a helmet so you can breathe. wet suite, aqua shoes and gloves will be provided.
rate:
Php 995 per head
glass bottom boatride
a boatride where you can sea the fishes swimming beneath you without the need to go into the water.
rate:
glass bottom boatride
a boatride where you can sea the fishes swimming beneath you without the need to go into the water.
rate:
Php 150 per head
fish spa
allow the fishes to munch you dead skin! so that teh healthy skin will grow. how do the fishes know if they are eating the dead skin and not the healthy parts? o well...
rate:
fish spa
allow the fishes to munch you dead skin! so that teh healthy skin will grow. how do the fishes know if they are eating the dead skin and not the healthy parts? o well...
rate:
Php 120 per head
swimming and fun
owkei, swimming time! be in your swimming attire and jump into manila ocean park's huge pool!
rate:
swimming and fun
owkei, swimming time! be in your swimming attire and jump into manila ocean park's huge pool!
rate:
Php 180 per head (weekdays)
Php 200 per head (weekends)
packages
the park offers packages which gives you big discounts. if you will try others attractions besides oceanarium, it is best to avail these packages. visit their site for updated package offers.
location
the park is right behind quirino grandstand, which is accross luneta park.
Php 200 per head (weekends)
packages
the park offers packages which gives you big discounts. if you will try others attractions besides oceanarium, it is best to avail these packages. visit their site for updated package offers.
location
the park is right behind quirino grandstand, which is accross luneta park.
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