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750,000-gallon aquarium filled with dozens of rays and sharks. Stand in dry comfort and
safety as a tiger shark floats right above you and contemplate how spotted eagle rays look
just like underwater birds as they buzz circles a few feet from your head.
In addition to the enthralling underwater experience, there's a good chance you'll learn
something (Did you know that nearly 25 percent of Hawai'i's fish and coral species are
found nowhere else on earth?). The center educates visitors on our unique marine ecosys-
tem and as well as native Hawaiian culture, with exhibits on everything from Polynesian
wayfaring to ancient Hawaiian fishponds. The center is committed to providing animals
with a realistic, natural environment.
Encounter sealife at the Maui Ocean Center.
This is one of the island's best family attractions and its best rainy day activity. With
over 400,000 visitors every year, it gets crowded. To avoid the crowds, visit in the morn-
ing right as the facility opens. A self-guided tour meanders through the various exhib-
its; head directly to the last exhibit and work your way toward the front. Allow at least
two hours. Lunch is available at the Seascape Restaurant (11am-2:30pm) or the Reef Café
(10am-4pm).
