Annyeonghaseyo Korea : Day 3 - Jeju Island (Hanwha Aqua Planet)

vii) Hanwha Aqua Planet

Aqua Planet Jeju boasts the largest aquarium facility among East Asian countries. Housing over 5,000 marine creatures from domestic regions and abroad, the Jeju branch is a highly recommended place to visit for all, especially for family visitors.

Address
95, Seopjikoji-ro, Seongsan-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju

Operating Hours
10:00–19:00
* Last admission is until 17:50.
* Aquarium: Last admission is until 06:30
* Open everyday

Admission Fees
Adults (ages 19 and older) : 39,500 won
Teenagers (ages 13-18) & Seniors (ages 65 and older) : 37,800 won
Children (ages 3-12) : 35,900 won

* Aqua Planet admission ticket includes Aquarium, Ocean Arena, and Marine Science.
* Admission to the 3D Theater is not included in the prices.


Next on our itinerary after the splendid view of Seopjikoji, we went to Aqua Planet which located only a stone's throw from Seopjikoji. Honestly, if I do this Korean trip without travel agent, I will definitely skip this one. Not to say it wasn't interesting, but having to others "underwater world" like Aquaria KLCC, Langkawi Underwater World and Sentosa Underwater, I feel like all the exhibitions are quite similar. If it's cheap, probably I can consider, but I do understand why all these Underwater Worlds are quite pricey. The maintenance, not only the aquarium but of course the animals also will cost a lot of money.

Nevertheless, as it was already included in our package, I was pleased to have the chance to add one more "aqua" experience in my list! Though like I said, it was a tad bit pricey, but it was just worth it! HUGE, and with it being right on the water there was not only a stunning view outside, but the animals inside were exotic and different from the millions of other fish I’ve seen in aquariums everywhere else.

This museum offers versatile features, including an aquarium as the main attraction, in addition to Marine Science, Kiz Planet and many more convenience facilities. A hands-on experience is also available where children can touch real-life sea animals and partake in many of the science and history classes that are on-going throughout the year.

The Aqua Planet is filled with containers of different shapes which I pretty quite like.

Let the pictures do the talkings...

I found myself in awe of the marine life on displayed and also the information on the many aspects of marine life in Korea as well as other countries.

Mr. Patrick was here yo!! (Starfish)

Such a cute and adorable little winter duck

Animal Feedings are done in several areas throughout the Aquarium twice a day. Animals fed include the harbour seals, penguins, otters, walruses and sting rays.

The staff was feeding the penguin


Sadly as we came here a bit late in the evening, we missed the live performance of an adorable seal and a trained dolphin show.

There's also an area to exit onto a deck for an even better view of Seongsan Ilchubong (Sunrise Peak) and photo opportunities.

We spent our time here quite short, to be exact about 30mins. Despite of my "bland" review about this place, it was actually a very entertaining and educational place to visit especially for children. So don't be put off going if you are really into ocean creatures and never been into the large aquarium exhibition. I bet it will leave you with an excitement and different moment you ever experienced.