Diving experiences at Abu Dhabi aquarium

National Aquarium at Al Qana, Middle East’s largest aquarium with more than 46,000 sea animals and 300 different species, is now offering visitors breathtaking diving experience. There are many options available for both certified and non-certified divers and anyone eager for an adrenaline-pumping adventure.

Paul Hamilton, General Manager at The National Aquarium says, “We are absolutely delighted to be offering our visitors an extraordinary diving experience with our vibrant selection of sharks and rays among others. Unfortunately, the reality is that the  sharks are grossly misunderstood, and many of them are currently endangered due to overfishing. Through our immersive experiences, we hope to dispel this fear and celebrate these magnificent and fascinating creatures.”

Visitors or divers without prior diving experience or certification can delve into the depths of the National Aquarium’s main tank, which houses the largest shark and ray collection in the Middle East, including the infamous hammerhead sharks, zebra sharks, eagle rays and a variety of other shark and ray species.

Certified scuba divers, on the other hand, get to immerse themselves in this one of a kind adventure, which includes a bonus two in one experience diving with 2.5m long sand tiger sharks and lemon sharks, as well as an opportunity to cross over to dive with one of the world’s only school of hammerhead sharks. All the divers will be accompanied by a guide as they interact with the wide variety of marine life while learning underwater sign language and taking part in live feeding demonstrations. To top it all, divers will also get the chance to commemorate the unforgettable experience by having their photographs taken with the iconic underwater scenery on the sea grass bed, next to the submarine, beneath a shipwreck, and inside the megalodon bite, all of which are surrounded by magnificent creatures that add to the experience. Prior to the exciting dive adventure, the instructor will conduct a brief theory lesson to ensure that basic safety guidelines for shallow water diving are followed.