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Auckland ZoovsSEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium
Both are rated highly by writers. Overall, Sea Life Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium ranks significantly better than Auckland Zoo. Sea Life Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium has a TripExpert Score of 89 with recommendations from 5 sources like Frommer's, Lonely Planet and Michelin Guide.
Auckland Zoo
Fodor's
Afar Magazine
Frommer's
Motions Rd, Western Springs, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Fodor's "Has focused on providing its animals with the most natural habitats possible, as well as on breeding and conservation." Full review
Afar Magazine "Auckland Zoo's Kiwi House is the most visited in the world, but being nocturnal creatures it does take your eyes a while to adjust to their surrounds." Full review
Frommer's "It is home to New Zealand's largest collection of native and exotic species. Discover New Zealand's natural treasures all in one place - at Auckland Zoo's Te Wao Nui. " Full review
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Frommer's Fodor's
Lonely Planet Afar Magazine
Michelin Guide Afar Magazine Frommer's
23 Tamaki Dr, Orakei, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Frommer's "You might have imagined a live underground penguin colony; at Kelly Tarlton’s Penguin Encounter, it’s an amazing reality." Full review
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For full insight into this unique self-sustaining population of king and gentoo penguins, make sure you pick up the free brochure
Fodor's "This harborside marine park—the creation of New Zealand's most celebrated undersea explorer and treasure hunter—offers a fish's-eye view of the sea." Full review
Lonely Planet "Sharks and stingrays swim over and around you in transparent tunnels that were once stormwater tanks." Full review
Afar Magazine "Created by a deep sea diver / explorer / adventurer, Kelly Tarlton's is one of Auckland's Top 5 Attractions." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Kelly Tarlton's Seal Life Aquarium is both sensational and educational." Full review
Afar Magazine "Go underground to get up close and personal with the sea creatures of the Pacific and Southern Oceans...see Antarctic penguins, stingrays...and enjoy the interactive and educational exhibits" Full review
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Check the website for feeding times and ticket discounts.
Frommer's "Watching rays clamber up their keepers during feeding time in Stingray Bay, meeting king and gentoo penguins in a Penguin Passport tour, or freaking yourself out in a Shark Dive" Full review
