Coral Reef Aquarium

If there’s any magic in our planet you will definitely find it in the exotic underwater kingdom of the Coral Reef Aquarium.

The Coral Reef Aquarium at Xcaret makes it possible for all to admire the treasures of the coral reef that had once been the sole privilege of divers to see. Admire, touch and learn in this unique coral reef aquarium, one of a kind in all America.

The Xcaret Coral Reef Aquarium is one of the only aquariums in the world where you will have the opportunity to experience at close range the delicate biodiversity of the multicolored underwater gardens of the Mexican Caribbean coral reef.

Explore the fascinating coral reef surrounded by a rainbow of hundreds of colorful fish, hard and soft coral, anemones, sponges, star fish and crustaceans, among many others marine creatures.
Our exhibits show you the different ecosystems in this magnificent coral reef at different depths.  Interactive exhibits will allow you to put your fingers to the test and touch some of these wonderful species; feel the coral reef directly on your skin!

Finish your adventure at the tank of the extraordinary sharks. Before you end your journey you will be able to watch the playful dolphins underwater through a glass window and at the end, get out of your shell and meet the ancient turtles!