Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay
About
Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay - First AZA-Accredited Aquarium in Nevada
The only Nevada animal care facility accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, housed on the resort floor of Mandalay Bay at the south end of the Strip. The aquarium displays 2,000+ animals across 100 species, including 15 species of sharks in a 1.3M-gallon shipwreck-themed tank.
Programs for Kids
Family and group programming year-round. Programs include:
- School field trips
- Educational programs on marine conservation
- Group programs (minimum 20 people)
- Self-guided audio tours for families
- Touch pool encounters
What's Included
- 1.3M-gallon shipwreck tank
- 15 species of sharks plus rays, jellyfish, and reef fish
- Touch pool with rays and small sharks
- Sunday-Thursday 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 10 a.m.-10 p.m. hours
Experience
Las Vegas families use Shark Reef as a year-round indoor destination, especially during summer heat. The Mandalay Bay location is at the south end of the Strip and pairs with other Strip attractions for visitors.