The main tank holds approximately 1.5 million liters of water.
The acrylic tunnel structure is designed to withstand extreme water pressure at a depth of nearly 3 meters.
The facility utilizes advanced life-support systems to replicate specific salinity and temperature requirements for different species.
The aquarium design includes a 'shipwreck' theme within the primary tunnel path.
VGP Marine Kingdom is India's first walk-through underwater tunnel aquarium, located along the East Coast Road in Chennai. The facility features a 70-meter-long acrylic tunnel that passes through a multi-level saltwater tank system. It houses over 200 species of marine life, including sharks, rays, and groupers. The aquarium is divided into five distinct zones representing different aquatic habitats, ranging from rainforests to deep-sea environments. Visitors observe life across several tanks of varying depths, utilizing a centralized filtration system. The main exhibit tank mimics a natural reef structure to encourage diverse marine behavior. Interactive educational displays provide details on aquatic ecosystems and conservation efforts.
The center of the glass tunnel where the overhead shark view provides a complete 360-degree marine perspective.
Check the website for daily feeding session schedules to see predators like sharks during active hours.
Bring a polarized lens for your camera to reduce glare from the heavy-duty acrylic glass.
Visit during weekdays to avoid the high volume of families and school groups typical of weekends.
Avoid arriving during public holidays or school field trip peak hours to ensure an unobstructed view of the tunnel.
No flash photography allowed; refrain from tapping on the glass tanks.
