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KeloniavsAquarium de la Reunion
Both Aquarium de la Reunion and Kelonia are rated highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, Aquarium de la Reunion scores marginally higher than Kelonia. Aquarium de la Reunion ranks #2 in Reunion Island with approval from 2 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, Michelin Guide.
Kelonia
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
46 rue du General de Gaulle, Pointe des Châteaux, Saint-Leu 97436, Reunion Island
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"Don't miss this ecologically conscious marine and research centre dedicated to sea turtles, about 2km north of St-Leu." Full review
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Don't miss this ecologically conscious marine and research centre dedicated to sea turtles, about 2km north of St-Leu. It features exhibits, interactive displays and big tanks where you can get a close-up look at the five different varieties of turtle found in the waters around Réunion, especially the green turtle (Chelonia mydas).
2 Stars
"Kélonia is a very active scientific observatory, dedicated to the protection and reproduction of the Indian Ocean's turtles, which are an endangered species." Full review
Aquarium de la Reunion
Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Port de Saint-Gilles, Saint-Gilles-Les-Bains 97434 , Reunion Island
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Top choice
"You can't miss this villa – it's one of the most elegant of St-Denis' Creole buildings." Full review
"In the modern Port de Plaisance complex, the quite engaging Aquarium de la Réunion houses a series of excellent underwater displays, including tanks with lobsters, barracudas, groupers and small sharks." Full review
2 Stars
"The clever museography here features a highly educational tour that takes you through the island's various underwater environments, showing off its fascinating flora and fauna." Full review