Reviews
What an experience! We used to visit here when I was smaller and it's just as I remember. The aquarium is such a fun place and I have definitely picked up a new hobby. We really enjoyed the dolphin show as well. My only concern. The photos - when you go into a place they take photos of you and your family, I found out that the photos the tourist don't buy, they just disregard of. It is such lovely photos but they are just throwing them away?! Not every family is in the position to buy these photos and instead of gifting these photos to the family. It just gets tossed. Please consider gifting these photos or work the price into the tickets at the gate. Otherwise it was a great experience - keep the ocean clean!
Very well organized and great layout. Staff very helpful and educational. Area are kept neat and tidy. Great selection of shops and restaurants. All shows guarantee great entertainment. All round a great place to visit and spend family time.Visited onWeekendWait time10–30 minReservation recommendedNot sure
uShaka Marine is simply the jewel of Durban tourism! I can never get enough of the place and each time I visit I learn something new or simply just discover a new place there. The dolphin show is still very entertaining! Will definitely make an impression on you. This time around i got to see the penguins and also watch them getting fed. Over 60 African penguins and they all have names. So cute to see. The aquarium is a must visit to just get fascinated by the different fish types that exist and to learn more about the Southern Africa marine areas and their species. I don't think there is any place in Durban that has staff who can challenge uShaka staff in helpfulness and sweetness! Plus they will educate you so much about the marine life! Apart from sea world dolphins, seals and penguins and aquarium there is also the water park for kids to swim on slides, the dangerous creatures centre for snakes and other reptiles, and a shopping mall for clothes, souvenirs and lots of restaurants some have a sea view.
I recommend going to Marine World in the afternoon, after the rush. Aim to arrive around 1400 or 1430. Then you can get a seat for the 3PM Dolphin show lasts 30 minutes. Then you can walk around the incredible aquarium takes 45-75 minutes with far more space. We went off season March and it took 30 minutes to get in long queue after arriving at 11. The aquarium was packed and quite noisy. Nevertheless, it was an amazing experience - I must have spontaneously said "wow" a thousand times. The attention to detail I side the aquarium is delightful and the designers deserve credit for their careful work.
Took my youngest for a day out. Marine world tickets were R157 each which was quite good. It was quiet and beautiful and interesting. Thoroughly enjoyed the aquarium and dolphin show was a highlight. Stadd professional and friendly. Grounds clean and neat. Safe environment. Well worth it
Everything is clean and well managed. The day pass is really affordable because you get to watch any of the animal shows you'd like, and you can even watch the same show multiple times. The animals are well taken care of and seem really happy. It is clear how much the trainers love the animals they work with.Visited onWeekdayWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNo
Fun fun fun. Perfect for both adults and children. Very entertaining activities to do . Restaurants with delicious food . I enjoyed swimming with the sharks adrenaline satisfying and beautiful Moonlight Gondola experience . The staff was friendly and very quick to helpVisited onWeekdayWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNo
Awesome experience for my daughters who did an underwater sea walk with the fish. They thoroughly enjoyed it. The staff was excellent with first class service in all areas. Overall top-notch experience.Visited onWeekendWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedYes
We went to the aquarium, not the water park, but we loved it! It’s so cool that they have used the idea of fish swimming around and through sunken ships. The variety of sea creatures is impressive, and we also enjoyed both the dolphin and seal shows.Visited onWeekdayWait timeUp to 10 minReservation recommendedYes
You can not miss the chance to visit Ushaka Marine World if you are visiting Durban. It is a unique experience and opportunity to enjoy the ride of experiencing the deep water life within couple of hours. There is a tour also to enjoy the Seals, Dolphins, Turtles, Penguins and Sharks. You have different moments with different shows that you get the chance to attend with just one ticket. My tour was wonderful, let me know about your experience.
