Oceanarium

Odysseo Oceanarium

Odysseo stands at Les Salines, on the Harbour Waterfront of Port Louis. Every species on show is native to the Indian Ocean: 300 species and 3,500 specimens, discovered from the lagoon to the coral reef. The visit is entirely indoors, which makes it a safe outing on rainy days and in the hot hours alike. It is taken at one’s own pace, with an audio guide in English, French or German, rented at the ticket office.

At a glance

Parking: Free and covered, on site
Opening hours: Daily 9am to 5pm, last entry at 4.15pm
Closed: 1 January
Booking: Tickets online, with date and time
Telephone: +230 659 8000
Email: oceanarium@odysseomauritius.com

What sets it apart

Feeding time is the liveliest moment of the day: the aquarists feed the residents of the tanks in front of visitors. A twelve-minute virtual reality immersion, Sea 360 VR, takes the visit below the surface, and a guided behind-the-scenes tour is offered. A share of ticket sales funds marine conservation projects.

Highlights

300 species and 3,500 specimens, all from the Indian Ocean
Feeding time, the liveliest moment of the day
Sea 360 VR, a twelve-minute immersion
Audio guide in three languages
Barrier-free access for visitors with reduced mobility and for pushchairs

Good to know

Last entry is at 4.15pm.
Tickets can be booked online, choosing the date and time.
Outside food and drink are not admitted; there is a food corner inside.
Children under 4 enter free of charge.

Getting there

At Les Salines, on the Harbour Waterfront of Port Louis, from the M1 and M2 motorways following signs for Port Louis Waterfront. Free covered parking on site. A five-minute walk from the station by the Caudan Waterfront pedestrian bridge.

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