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Discover Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium

Visit us and discover why SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's is a New Zealand icon.

Opened in 1985 by New Zealand underwater adventurer Kelly Tarlton, SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's is one of the top things to do in Auckland with kids or without!

Situated just outside Auckland CBD, SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium houses thousands of marine animals from hundreds of species, including sharks, penguins, turtles, stingrays, seahorses, fish and much, much more.

It is also home to the largest Sub-Antarctic penguin colony in the Southern Hemisphere and is New Zealand's only Turtle Rescue Centre! 

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Celebrating 40 years!

We're o-fish-ally turning 40 and we would love you to celebrate with us!

Throughout the year we will be marking our big birthday with special activities and events,  continuing to highlight the amazing work we do daily at the aquarium and in the conservation space!  

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King Penguin at SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's

Penguin Passport

Experience an on-the-ice encounter like no other, as you venture into the world's largest sub-Antarctic penguin colony display with Penguin Passport!

Explore the wonderful snow-filled penguin enclosure and the opportunity to get up close and personal with the magnificent King and Gentoo Penguins.

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Fantastic place to take the kids. They loved the penguins and all the fish including sting rays and sharks. They enjoyed touching the starfish and all the interactive displays.

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