Ocean Park, lying between Aberdeen and Repulse Bay, is the largest leisure paradise in Southeast Asia, and one of the largest marine parks in the world. Covering a total area of over 200 acres, the park was built on both sides of the mountain. A cable car system links the lowland and headland sections and provides spectacular views of Hong Kong and the South China Sea.
There are over 40 major attractions in this park.
Marine Land
Atoll Reef, the most popular attraction of Marine Land, provides a chance to view more than 2,000 fish. There are 250 species of fish; including an 80 year old, 6 foot long Giant Grouper. Atoll Reef also boasts the largest number of Napoleon fish to be found in any aquarium in the world.
You can also take a walk through Asias first underwater viewing tunnel at the Shark Aquarium. This is perhaps the only place where you can come face-to-face with more than 70 sharks and rays from over 35 species. Among them, over 11 splendid species are cared for through Ocean Parks very own captive breeding program, including the Black Tip Reef Shark and the rare Pygmy Swell Shark.
In the Ocean Theatre, adorable marine mammals showoff their spectacular tricks. Intelligent dolphins and serious sea lions take centre stage - jumping, diving and somersaulting. These superb antics are sure to thrill your children and keep them glued to their seats.
The Ocean Park Tower - a magnificent 72 meter tall tower can offer you a chance to enjoy the most spectacular view of the South China Sea.
Headland Rides
Various thrilling rides in headland should satisfy your need for excitement. The longest roller coaster in Hong Kong takes you for a hurricane speed super ride, flipping through its famous loops, twisting and turning to give you the ride of a lifetime. In addition, the Eagle Ride, Crazy Galleon and the Flying Swing, where youre swung in chairs as high as 7 meters through a gyrating wave-like motion, all offer thrilling rides that will leave you screaming for more.
Lowland Gardens
The most important area of this area is the Hong Kong Jockey Club Giant Panda Habitat. It opened on May 18, 1999 with an area of 2000 square meters (20 acres). This habitat provides Ocean Park guests a rare opportunity to visit a pair of giant pandas. An An and Jia Jia, were a gift bestowed by the Central Government to the Special Administrative Region of Hong Kong.
In addition, the Butterfly House, Goldfish Pagoda and Dinosaur Discovery Trail, which takes you back to the pre-historic ages, are all worth visiting. These sights provide education on wild life conservation and help acquaint visitors with nature.
Besides these attractions, other amusement facilities in Bird Paradise, Marine Land, Headland Rides and Kids World, are popular among tourists. They include the lifelike Dinosaur-Now & Then, Ocean Park Tower, highest in Southeast Asia; the Ocean Theater with its wonderful dolphin show, and the Dragon turning and twisting you in a stimulating world.
From July 17 to August 31 each summer, the Ocean Park Summer Special is held in the park. You can drive a bumper boat in the spraying water, or start a water fight with friends. Furthermore, you can see the Fashion Show performed by the sea lion, the mascot of the Ocean Park.