In Malay the word 'sentosa' means peace and tranquility. Sentosa Island is one of the prime tourist attractions in Singapore. This island resort is simply ecstatic. If you are in Singapore then rush to Sentosa Island which is like a slice of paradise just for you. As you just step in this paradise of Singapore you will be completely mesmerized by the beauty of the delightful greenery which is peppered with the awesome attractions that would surely blow you away. It has nature parks, tropical resorts and heritage center.

Some of the major attractions of Sentosa Island are Songs of the Sea, Fort Siloso, Merlion, Tiger Sky Tower, Underwater World and a host of other attractions. Sentosa Island also offers many festivals like Sentosa Balloon Hats Festival, Barclays Singapore open, Beach Parties, Sentosa Flowers etc.

Underwater World Singapore is one of the best attractions of the Sentosa Island. This oceanarium showcases about more than 2500 marine life from 250 different species. It is very popular with the visitors as it offers leisure, fun and also educational experiences. This is a 'voyage to the bottom of the sea'.

An 83 meter long travelator allows the visitors to move along a submerged tunnel which has glass windows and then they can have a look at the wide

array of marine life which includes coral reef, sharks, turtles, moray eels, stringrays and other fishes like the jelly fishes. During the underwater tunnel experience remember to exchange playful glances with the Gracie, a playful dugong. You must also check out the latest themed exhibit in the Underwater World.

In Underwater World, three are frequent school visits as it supports educational programs like Ocean Ambassador, Ocean Sleep-over, Hands-on Educational Workshops and many others. Underwater World offers complete learning fun.

If you are finding for some exclusive venues for special events then you can check out 'Dinner with the Sharks' program of the Underwater World which offers unique wine and dine ideas. Dining on a moving travelator is simply out of the world. You will also be served with sumptuous delicacies here.

Some of the ideal adventures at the Underwater World is 'Dive with the Sharks' and 'Dive with the Dugong'. In the 'Dive with the Sharks' program you can come very close with the colorful marine life and vigilant sharks. It is a complete fun discovery in the Underwater World. You can scuba dive in the oceanarium even if you are not a qualified scuba diver. But you cannot experience 'Dive with the Dugong' if you do not know scuba diving.

Dolphin Lagoon is one of the most interesting part of the Underwater World. It offers a priceless meeting with humpback dolphins which are Indo-Pacific. The environment at the Dolphin Lagoon is similar to the natural habitat of a dolphin. The pink dolphins in the Dolphin Lagoon always make new friends. The 'Meet-the-Dolphins' session is just spectacular. In these sessions, the visitors enter a waist-deep pool for the best interaction with the dolphins. But you can interact extensively with the pink dolphins at the 'Swim-with-the-Dolphins' Program. The Fish Reflexology is also one of the exciting programs. Enjoy an ecstatic pedicure session by spa fish and also a good relaxing massage by a foot reflexologist.

Entrance Fees and Opening Hours : Underwater World Singapore is opened from 9am to 9pm daily. The opening hours of the Dolphin Lagoon is from 10.30am to 6pm daily. The admission fees for an adult in Underwater world is $22.90, $14.60 for a child between 3-12 years of age and free for children below three years.

Value Packages: Each package permits twice admission into the Underwater World and Dolphin Lagoon. The value package is valid for one year. The three types of Submarine Packages are Solo Submarine Package for adult admission twice($34.50), Mini Submarine Package for 2 times child admission($21.90), Jumbo Submarine Package for twice admission for 1 child and 2 adults($88.90).

How to get to the Sentosa Island :

Via Cable Car

Via Sentosa Buses

Via Taxi

Via Sentosa Express

Shops and Cafes : The Souvenir House at the Underwater World offers lovely gifts like mugs, designed T-shirts, animals backpacks and soft toys. Check out the following food courts in Underwater World:

Palm's Cafe

Dolphin's Cafe

Cool Stop

Hot Dog King

The nearest car park is the Beach Car Park. Some of the other places near Underwater World are Siloso Beach, Island Life Shop, Cool Deck, The Flying Trapeze, Food Gallery and many more. The Underwater World provides complete pleasure and fun for both adults and children.

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