Manila Oceanpark March 9, 2008
Posted by carambs in Roadtrip!.trackback
I spent the afternoon at Manila Oceanpark to celebrate a friend’s birthday. It was a very interesting experience, except for the fact that there were a million people there. We got stuck in traffic at Quiapo because of a rally we didn’t know about so we arrived there past 2PM. Which was a blessing for us – we didn’t have to line up because our friends were waiting in line. The line outside was long, the ticket line was long, and the line going inside was long. It was worth it though because what we saw inside was amazing.
It was a huge place! It showcased so many species of marine life, from stingrays to clownfish to sharks… It was awesome! They had an amazing underwater tunnel, albeit short. The kids were all going nuts when the stingrays swam majestically from one side of the tunnel to the other. When we were in the tunnel, 2 divers went into the water to feed the stingray, and my diver friends got all excited. The stingrays were all over the men! Right then and there they wanted to leave and go somewhere to dive. It was an awesome sight! Never mind even if the kids around us were all either shrieking in excitement or in fear.
The fee for adults is P400, and it’s worth it. I just wish they had aircon inside – it was so damn hot! (Or was it on purpose that there was no aircon?) I also wish they could fix the system of the lines outside. It was horrible! Also, I wish they could be tougher on the visitors who don’t follow the rules. There were so many warning signs that flash photography wasn’t allowed, and the guides kept on repeating this, but there were still a LOT of people using flash. Their cameras should be confiscated!!!
When you go there in the afternoon, expect long lines. I’m not sure if the lines are shorter in the morning. But it’s worth it especially if you have kids. Remember, flash photography is not allowed! 
Click here for the complete set of photos: Manila Oceanpark
Wow, nice! Next time I’m in Manila I’ll ask how much to scuba dive in the tanks.
Do you know what time it opens in the morning? Gusto ko rin pumunta!!!!
cha, there are such awesome photos!
i want to go also. my mom’s been bugging for us to take her there. i really appreciate the review of the place. at least we know what to expect.
Pau, I hope they’ll allow that nga, that would be interesting! The guys looked like employees. If they allow other divers I’m sure there will be a major waiver.
Tec, I’m trying to look for flyer.
Gins, naku ang labo nga ng pics eh.
They look okay lang because they’re small. Well, that’s how we learn… Next time I won’t be tamad and use different settings.