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An AQWA excursion is about bringing learning to life. Explore, observe and investigate incredible creatures, ecosystems and STEM concepts together. Inspire independent learners to discover on their own using our curriculum linked activity sheets. Show students a new perspective and spark their curiosity of the natural world. It can all start with an underwater journey at AQWA! Use the information below and our External Provider Pack to plan your day.

Excursion length

AQWA is open from 9am – 4pm and a Standard Excursion is 2.5 hours. Our themed Excursion Packages include either a 1 hour activity or a 'full day' program.

Bus parking

Bus parking is available directly in front of AQWA’s entrance. Free 4-hour car parking is also available.

Arrival + Entry

On arrival please gather your group at the base of our main stairs (do not ascend) while the designated teacher checks in at reception. If raining, please keep students on the bus. An Ocean Guide will then welcome your group. Schools gain special entry through our Marina Bay access gate (weather permitting).

Lunches + bags

RECESS/LUNCH: picnic tables for groups to eat recess and lunch are located at our Marina Bay, Touch Pool and Coral Reef boardwalk. Groups can also make use of the grassed area adjacent to AQWA if they need to be close to their bus to retrieve eskies etc. School groups cannot eat packed recess/lunches in the Café, however we can provide shared use of our function centre in wet weather. Lunches can be pre-ordered from the AQWA Café at a discounted rate - see this option when booking. STORAGE: AQWA can store teacher's trolleys, first aid kits and eskis etc. It is recommended student's do NOT bring personal backpacks. If they do, students are not to remove and leave bags unattended throughout the venue for safety reasons.

Amenities

All indoor exhibits are air conditioned; outdoor areas are shaded; there is a drinking water fountain (by the touch pool) and there are female, male and unisex designated ablution blocks. A defibrillator is located in the AQWA Café.

Accessibility

ACCESS: there is an access ramp, door or elevator to all areas, except our Great Southern exhibit. FACILITIES: there are large unisex disabled toilets available

Exit

AQWA’s exit is through the gift shop. It is requested students exit in single file. Alternatively, large groups can exit through the Marina Bay access gate (weather permitting); simply ask your Ocean Guide for instructions on the day.

Resources

An extensive range of resources are available for download, including over 50 animal fact sheets, lesson plans, stories and curriculum linked activities. Teachers are also welcome a free planning visit to familiarise with our exhibits and devise any worksheets of your own.

AQWA Cafe

Never fear parent helpers - the AQWA Café is open from 9.30am-3pm and serves coffee and tea to save your sanity! A range of meals and snacks also available. Our Cafe also offers a selection of School Lunch Orders, at discounted prices, which can be ordered in advance.

AQWA Gift Shop

Teachers may wish to pop in prior to exiting as there is a wide range of educational resources including an extensive range of ocean themed story books. Students in year 4+ are also welcome but must be supervised by teachers.

What’s on

Check out any special programs that may be happening for schools above. You can also check our free activities for the public that may be happening during your scheduled visit.

School holidays

Vacation & OSH Care groups are welcome on Public and School Holidays and receive 10% off standard AQWA entry. Must be pre-booked.