Maui Ocean Center | The Aquarium of Hawai'i

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Journey Into the Heart of Hawai‘i’s Ocean

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Protecting Our Ocean, One Visit at a Time

Join in our mission to protect and steward our greatest resource – The Ocean. Whether rehabilitating turtles or saving the tropical coral reef that serves as the foundation of life around us, your visit, time, and attention plays a vital role in those efforts.

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our mission

TO FOSTER UNDERSTANDING, WONDER, AND RESPECT FOR HAWAI‘I’S MARINE LIFE.

E HI‘I A MAOPOPO KAHO‘OHA‘OHA‘O ANA A ME KA HŌ‘IHI NO KA HAWAI‘I OLA MA KE KAI.

Discover. Connect. Protect.

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Your Journey Begins Here

Explore the vibrant Shallow Reef, home to hundreds of native and endemic species. Then, descend into the Deep Ocean, where massive Ulua and sharks glide effortlessly in our 750,000-gallon exhibit. Finally, step into our breathtaking underwater tunnel for an unforgettable, immersive experience.

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3d HUMPBACKS OF HAWAI‘I Dome experience

EXPLORE THE MAGNIFICENT REALM OF THE WHALES IN OUR 3D SPHERE EXPERIENCE (INCLUDED WITH GENERAL ADMISSION)

IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THEIR WORLD

Experience the magic of humpback whales like never before. Follow their epic journey from Alaska to Hawai‘i, listen to their haunting songs, and witness the bond between a mother and her newborn calf. Then, step into an encounter so lifelike, you’ll swear you can reach out and touch one

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Discover the rich history, traditions, and wisdom of Hawai‘i’s seafaring people. Explore their profound connection to the ocean and their deep respect for both land and sea. Gain insight into the sustainable practices that have guided their care for marine life for generations.

Connect to Hawaiian Culture and Its Deep Ocean Legacy

Our reviews

people think we're fin-tastic!

4.5

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Russ Roslewski
Russ Roslewski
in the last week
Amazing aquarium! We went on a Wednesday in mid May and it was very uncrowded. Lots of fish to see, impressive tanks, and helpful guides and interesting presentations. About a two-hour visit. Maybe a little overpriced, but everything is more expensive in Hawaii, so about what's expected. Definitely worth it if you qualify for one of the discounts or have reciprocity.
Ian Zanger
Ian Zanger
in the last week
My wife and I spent several hours here today and we had a great time. There are plenty of animals to see, a lot of signage with info to read, and many short presentations with staff giving more info and doing Q&A throughout the day. The aquarium isn’t huge but it’s a good size and if you experience it thoroughly you can certainly spend a full day here. The turtles and pregnant sharks were a highlight. I also enjoyed the very detailed exhibit about the history of Kaho‘olawe. We also did the Behind the Scenes tour which was wonderful! Dan was a great guide, easy to talk to and very knowledgeable. We enjoyed the opportunity to learn more about the rehab work they do with turtles and corals. The tour was well worth the add-on price in our opinion.
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Bill Bonnet
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Madelyn Brazil
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Kelly 유선희 You
Kelly 유선희 You
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Wonderful experience with my kid, sister and her son and it is beautiful and welcomes any age... We especially love that humpback whale 3d exhibit

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  • Ticket price per person, plus processing fee and State tax.
  • Prices subject to change.

AQUARIUM ADMISSION

INCLUDES THE SPHERE EXPERIENCE!
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KAMAʻĀINA (HAWAIʻI RESIDENT) + U.S. MILITARY

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MEMBERSHIP

Nā Hoa Kai membership grants you access to our award-winning aquarium 365 days a year! Your participation supports educational programs, conservation, and preservation of Hawaiʻi’s marine life for our future generations.
  • Unlimited, year-round access to Maui Ocean Center (based on availability)
  • Support of educational programs
  • 15% discount on purchases in our store
  • 15% discount at Seascape Restaurant and Reef Café (excludes alcohol, gratuity, and tax)
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ongoing initiatives

MĀLAMA I KE KAI, A MĀLAMA KE KAI IA OE

CARE FOR THE OCEAN, AND THE OCEAN WILL CARE FOR YOU

maui ocean center's commitment to healthy marine ecosystems extends far beyond our aquarium

We honor the traditional Hawaiian belief that the natural world is more than just a resource; it’s family. Explore our dynamic science and stewardship projects — you’ll find plenty of opportunities to get your hands wet and help preserve the best of Hawai’i! 

beach cleanups

MOC Marine Institute’s Honu Hero Beach Cleanup Program allows residents and visitors to take a hands-on approach to protect our marine environments while enjoying time with their family and friends.  

taking care of each other

We strive to mālama kekahi i kekahi, to take care of each other. The health and safety of our community and marine life has been and always will be our top priority.

IT IS MY WISH THAT WE WILL ALWAYS BE FIERCE ADVOCATES AND STEWARDS OF OUR OCEANS AND MARINE LIFE...IF IT’S NOT US WHO MAKES THESE CHANGES, THEN WHO WILL?

Tapani Vuori

General Manager

STAY CONNECTED TO OUR OCEAN.​

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