I’m finally back after a 3-month hiatus from blogging!! The past few months have been a really busy period for me — interviews back home, my dog of 18 years passed away, weddings, and so forth.
And boyyy am I glad to be finally back in Jakarta and settled in my usual routines. So here begins a backlog of blog posts. š
At the Jakarta Aquarium.
Jakarta Aquarium
Mid-June this year, Agent D and I visited the recently opened Jakarta Aquarium. An innovative project by Taman Safari Indonesia, theĀ Jakarta Aquarium is locatedĀ in the new Neo Soho extension of Central Park Mall (West Jakarta).
The combination of Indonesian biodiversity, the beauty of Indonesian heritage, and technology are what makes the Jakarta Aquarium truly unique. During our time there, I felt like we were transported away from the reality of Jakartaās stress and traffic into another world of stories, magic and beauty.
Of stories, magic, and pure beauty.
I would strongly recommend visiting the Jakarta Aquarium if you have kids/toddlers! Of course, it would make a good place for a date too.
What can you expect to see?
The entire aquarium spans two levels. The upper section focuses on the life of people and animals on the numerous islands of Indonesia.
On an Indonesian Island.
A massive interactive touch table shows the map of Indonesia and gives visitors information on the archipelagoās geography, biodiversity and traditions.
As you walk through the rain-forest and mangrove areas (an endangered part of the Indonesian marine ecosystem), you’ll get to see Komodo dragons, coconut crabs, otters, huge lizards, frogs and stingrays, just to name a few.
Fish-reptile-like-thing.
Long neck tortoise!!
Cute orange tiny frogs.
This gave me goosebumps…
Hello baby stingrays. š
We happened to be in time for the otter feeding. Otters are such fun and intelligent creatures! Peek through the glass tunnel to spy on them — you might find them holding hands while asleep.
I really like the swirl tank, a beautiful piece to welcome visitors as they walk down the stairs from ‘above water’ to ‘under water’.
Swirl tank.
The lower section of the aquarium is much larger and focuses on the endangered reefs and oceans of the Coral Triangle, where more than 3,000 species of fishes reside.
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A series of jewel tanks offer unique sightings of some of the most beautiful, small, and odd sea creatures.
Tiger fish??
Sexy pouty lips #1.
Sexy pouty lips #2.
An illusion?
Such pretty fins!
Other highlights include the majestic reef tank, the jellyfish tunnel, and a large touch pool with gentle sea creatures like Blue Starfish, Bamboo Sharks, and Turbo Snails.
The majestic reef tank. Hello giant stingray!
Giving it a go at the touch pool.
Hop onto the Sea Explorer (5D Theater) where you can experience riding a submarine to explore the depths of the ocean. This may involve getting wet though! š
On board the Sea Explorer Submarine.
There is a classroom/playroom specially set aside for children. Let your kids’ imagination run wild as they create and colour their own fish, scan their drawings, and have their fish swim freely on the screen.
Children’s classroom.
Small cafe beside the classroom.
The Pingoo Restaurant
The Pingoo Restaurant is an American seafood and grill restaurant inspired by the penguins’ habitat in the Southern Hemisphere.
The Pingoo Restaurant.
The restaurant is separated by glass from the penguin enclosure; you can watch penguins swim/waddle around as you dine and even feed the penguins during the designated feeding times.
Up close with penguins.
I did not try their mains as I only had cake and drinks there. I hope they don’t disappoint!
After your filling meal, drop by Ocean Wonders to pick up some souvenirs. I was so tempted to get this adorable squid!
SQUID.
Other cute souvenirs.
Jakarta Aquarium
Neo SOHO Mall, Floor LGĀ
Open daily from 10am – 10pm
Entrance Ticket: IDR 175k/pax onwards
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