The facility maintains a permanent rescue and rehabilitation center for stranded marine animals.
The aquarium houses a specific Amazon section featuring freshwater species like arapaimas.
It displays a dedicated collection of both venomous and non-venomous reptiles including snakes and lizards.
The oceanarium allows for guided dive experiences for certified scuba divers to interact with sharks.
The aquarium utilizes specialized filtration systems to manage 1.5 million liters of water.
Acqua Mundo is one of the largest aquariums in South America, located on the beachfront of Enseada Beach in Guarujá. The facility spans 1,446 square meters and contains approximately 1.5 million liters of water across 49 exhibits. It features a diverse collection of marine and terrestrial animals, including sharks, penguins, rays, and various species of reptiles. The centerpiece is a large oceanarium that allows visitors to view sharks and large fish through a massive glass panel. The aquarium serves as both an educational center and a rescue and rehabilitation hub for local marine wildlife. It includes specific habitats for Amazonian species alongside saltwater ecosystems. The layout is designed to simulate various natural environments, from mangroves to coral reefs.
The main oceanarium viewing window provides the best perspective for photos with sharks and large rays in the background.
Check the schedule for daily feeding sessions, particularly for the sharks and penguins, to see the animals at their most active.
Visit during weekdays to avoid high crowd levels typical of Brazilian school holiday periods.
Wear comfortable walking shoes as the exhibition path is entirely on foot.
Visiting during peak summer weekends or national holidays, as the facility reaches maximum capacity quickly and queues become lengthy.
The facility is generally open daily, but schedules may be extended during the peak summer vacation months of January and July.
Flash photography is strictly prohibited near the animal tanks to prevent stressing the marine life.
