The facility features a simulation of the 'water cycle' that guides visitors from river headwaters to the Mediterranean sea and then the open ocean.
It hosts a dedicated rescue and recovery area for injured sea turtles found along the Almería coastline.
The central shark tank is designed to provide a 360-degree view of apex predators in a controlled saltwater ecosystem.
The aquarium integrates terrestrial reptiles into its exhibits to highlight the relationship between various aquatic and semi-aquatic habitats.
Aquarium Costa de Almería is an educational facility in Roquetas de Mar centered around a massive central oceanarium housing blacktip and nurse sharks. The aquarium features a multi-ecosystem layout that simulates a complete water cycle from mountain springs to deep-sea habitats. It maintains a dedicated touch pool where visitors can interact with starfish and sea cucumbers under staff supervision. The facility prioritizes Mediterranean marine life but also showcases tropical species and reptiles in controlled environments. Visitors move through themed zones including coral reefs and mangrove replicas. It serves as a regional center for marine environmental education and conservation awareness.
The glass tunnel passage beneath the main oceanarium tank provides the best opportunities for shark photography.
Check the daily calendar upon arrival for scheduled feeding times, particularly for the shark and ray tanks.
The facility is climate-controlled, making it an ideal retreat during peak summer heat in Andalusia.
Allow extra time for the touch pool sessions, as they are staff-led and follow specific rotating schedules.
Do not attempt to touch the animals outside of the designated, supervised touch pool zones.
Operates year-round but frequently extends operational hours during the peak summer tourist season.
Flash photography is strictly prohibited near all animal enclosures to avoid distressing the marine life.
