Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay

Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay Get Lost at Sea.....Adventure is Everywhere! Fourteen breathtaking exhibits are devoted to dangerous aquatic predators.

Featuring dangerous and unusual aquatic animals from the world's tropical waters, Shark Reef Aquarium takes visitors on a journey through an ancient temple slowly being claimed by the sea. The largest exhibit is the 1.3 million gallon shipwreck where visitors experience an almost 360-degree view, teeming with sharks and fish, through an acrylic tunnel. The Touch Pool is a popular attraction, where

guests can touch an ever-changing collection of animals including sharks, rays or horseshoe crabs. More than 2,000 animals are displayed at Shark Reef Aquarium, over 100 different species and featuring 15 species of sharks. Please note - Last admission is one hour prior to close.

Join us for Fins and Fun at Shark and Ray Awareness Day! Tuesday, July 14 10 am to 4 pmScavenger hunts and educational ...
07/13/2026

Join us for Fins and Fun at Shark and Ray Awareness Day!
Tuesday, July 14 10 am to 4 pm
Scavenger hunts and educational activities that are Fin-tastic!

Included with General Admission 🦈

Learn more about the care and feeding of our sharks by our dedicated animal care team!
03/22/2026

Learn more about the care and feeding of our sharks by our dedicated animal care team!

Becky O’Brien always wanted to work with ocean life, but she didn’t realize she’d be able to do the job in the middle of the Las Vegas desert.

SEA-sons Greetings! Join us tomorrow for Holiday fun! Only at Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay
12/20/2025

SEA-sons Greetings!

Join us tomorrow for Holiday fun!
Only at Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay

Santa in the Shipwreck returns to Shark Reef Aquarium December 20–24! 🎄

Enjoy festive visits from Santa Jaws, a complimentary kids’ photo, and a special underwater appearance at 4pm daily. 🦈✨
Learn more: https://mgm.mandalaybay.com/aoh4mi3o

Santa in the ShipwreckDecember 20 - 24 - 10:00 AM to 4:00 PMShell-ebrate the holiday season with Santa in the Shipwreck,...
12/09/2025

Santa in the Shipwreck
December 20 - 24 - 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Shell-ebrate the holiday season with Santa in the Shipwreck, a beloved holiday tradition at Shark Reef Aquarium inside Mandalay Bay.

Guests can enjoy festive appearances by Santa Jaws, a complimentary photo for kids ages 12 and under with paid Shark Reef admission, and a heartwarming farewell as Santa prepares for his journey back to the North Pole.

Each afternoon at 4:00pm, Santa takes the magic even deeper - suiting up for a special underwater dive in the Shipwreck exhibit. It’s a one-of-a-kind holiday moment you won’t want to miss before he swims off to the North Pole.

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Las Vegas, NV

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 7pm
Tuesday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 7pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 7pm

Telephone

(702) 632-4555

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