Australia Tourist Attractions

The Aquarium Of Western Australia, Perth

The Aquarium of Western Australia (AQWA) showcases the rich marine life that is indigenous to the 12,000 kilometres of coastline in Western Australia.   AQWA is the largest aquarium in Australia and boasts an underwater tunnel so that you can more closely watch they incredible wildlife that is shown.  The largest collection in the world of Western Australian marine life is housed there, including living coral reefs, giant sharks, turtles and rays and a vast array of other marine life.  Fascinating for tourists and educational tours are available for school age children. AQWA also offers a wide array of "ultimate" experiences, including snorkelling or diving with sharks, an ocean safari, becoming a reefwalker and various functions overlooking the ocean.  The ocean and outdoors is such a large part of Perth, a visit to AQWA is a must-do for any tourist visiting Western Australia.

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