Exploris Aquarium

29/05/2026

🌿🦈 NOW ON SALE – Exclusive Animal Experiences at Exploris Aquarium! 🦈🌿

Looking for a unique day out this summer?

🐹 Capybara Feeding Experience
Meet our friendly capybaras up close, help prepare their lunch, and enjoy a hands-on feeding experience while learning all about these amazing animals.

🦈 Shark Feed Experience
Go behind the scenes with our aquarium team and get closer than ever to some of our incredible shark species during a fascinating feeding session.

Spaces for both experiences are limited and are expected to sell quickly!

Book your place today at:
👉 www.explorisni.com

📍 Portaferry, Northern Ireland

🐹🦈💙

25/05/2026

🎉 GREAT NEWS FOR FAMILIES! 🎉

We’re delighted to announce that we’ll be passing the Government’s new VAT savings directly on to our customers across all 3 of our attractions! 🙌

🐠 Exploris Aquarium
🎢 Pickie Funpark
🏛️ Crumlin Road Gaol Experience

As part of the Government’s VAT reduction for tourism and hospitality, we want to make days out even more affordable for local families and visitors alike ❤️

Thank you for your continued support — we can’t wait to welcome you for more unforgettable family memories, fun-filled adventures, and amazing experiences! 🌟

11/05/2026

🌊🦈 BREAKFAST JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT WILDER! 🦈🌊

Tomorrow is the big day — Shark Shack at Exploris Aquarium opens to the public! 🎉

Start your morning surrounded by amazing ocean views, incredible animals, and the smell of fresh coffee & sizzling breakfast favourites ☕🍳🥓

✨ On the breakfast menu:
🥓 Crispy bacon
🍳 Eggs your way
☕ Fresh coffee
🍞 Toast & tasty bites
🍓 Fresh fruit options
…and plenty more to enjoy!

Whether you’re visiting the aquarium or just looking for a unique breakfast spot with unbeatable vibes, Shark Shack is ready to welcome you 🌊🐧🦭

📍 Located inside Exploris Aquarium
📅 OPEN FROM TOMORROW
⏰ Breakfast served daily

Good food. Good vibes. Great company.
See you at the Shark Shack! 🦈🍴

02/05/2026

01/05/2026

🌊🦭 Last Seal Release of the Season! 🦭🌊

Join us this Sunday 3rd May at 11:30am as we release Shenzi back into the wild at Knockinelder Beach 💙

This is your final chance this season to witness one of the most special moments we have here at Exploris — seeing a rescued seal return home where they belong.

✨ A true feel-good experience for all ages
✨ Watch Shenzi’s journey come full circle
✨ Celebrate the amazing work of rescue & rehabilitation

📍 Knockinelder Beach
🕦 11:30am

Come along, show your support, and be part of something truly meaningful 💙

29/04/2026

🌊🐧 Make a splash this Bank Holiday Weekend at Exploris Aquarium! 🦦🦎

Looking for the perfect family day out? Join us at Exploris Aquarium this Bank Holiday Weekend for unforgettable animal encounters, amazing marine life, and fun for all ages!

Come face-to-face with our playful otters, adorable penguins, curious seals, cheeky capybara, reptiles and so much more! 🐾

🍴 Feeling hungry? Stop by the Shark Shack for a bite to eat and refuel during your adventure.

✅ Open all Bank Holiday Weekend
✅ Amazing animals
✅ Family fun whatever the weather
✅ Book online and save

Come rain or shine, the adventure is waiting! 🌧️☀️

🎟️ Book your tickets now and make memories with us this weekend!

26/04/2026

🎉🐧 Happy 1st Birthday, Hermes! 🐧🎉

Today we’re celebrating one very special penguin here at Exploris Aquarium — Hermes is officially ONE! 💙🧡

Over the past year, Hermes has waddled his way into the hearts of our team and visitors alike with his curious personality, playful antics, and dapper good looks. From making a splash in the pool to charming everyone he meets, he’s become a true star of our penguin family. 🌊✨

Join us in wishing Hermes the happiest of birthdays today! Drop a 🎂 or 🐟 in the comments to help us celebrate his big day.

Why not stop by and see Hermes and his penguin pals in person at Exploris Aquarium?

🐧💙🧡

20/04/2026

🦈🍽️ OUR SHARK SHACK RESTAURANT IS OPENING SOON FOR THOSE WHO JUST WANT SOME FOOD OR A COFFEE🍽️🦈

We’re excited to announce that our brand new Shark Shack Restaurant will be opening soon at Exploris Aquarium!

Even better — you won’t need an aquarium ticket to visit, so everyone can come and enjoy great food in a fantastic setting.

📢 WE’RE HIRING NOW!

Join our team and be part of something exciting from the very beginning.
We’re currently looking for:
⭐ Supervisors
⭐ Waiting Staff

If you’re friendly, enthusiastic, and ready to work in a fun environment, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Contact Exploris Aquarium ([email protected]) today to apply or find out more.