Singapore’s Sentosa Island has long been synonymous with family entertainment. Situated a short distance from The St. Regis Singapore in the city centre, Sentosa Island is Singapore’s must-visit entertainment district that welcomes millions of visitors each year. Sentosa Island is a constant hive of activity. The Island is home to theme parks, malls, 5 star hotels Singapore and boasts some of the country’s most vibrant beach parties.
Underwater World is one of Sentosa Island’s most famous attractions. A one-stop destination to witness the colourful marine world, Underwater World has long been a favourite among children and adults alike. Opened in 1991, Underwater World features an underground tunnel that carries visitors along a 83 metre-long travelator while offering mesmerising 180 degree views of the Park’s resident 250 marine species and beautiful coral reefs. Admire the colourful array of marine life and enjoy a close view of dangerous sharks and jellyfish as you glide through the tunnel.
A star attraction in Underwater World’s 69 acre Park is the popular Dolphin Lagoon. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Dolphin Lagoon is dedicated to caring for its resident Indo-Pacific Bottlenose dolphins and South American Fur Seals. Don’t miss the entertaining choreographed performance by these intelligent mammals and sign up for an interactive session with the amiable pink-bellied dolphins. Dolphin Lagoon welcomes visitors to spend an afternoon in the pleasant company of the Indo-Pacific Bottlenose dolphins who will enthusiastically shake fins you to say hello, allow you to tickle their pink bellies and even pose for pictures. For a truly unforgettable experience, grab on to the dolphin and it will take you on a thrilling ride across the pool. Animal lovers can take a walk along the lagoon floor fitted with a special underwater helmet and watch the dolphins swim by and participate in the Park’s ‘Trainer for the Day’ programme and get a behind-the-scenes look into dolphin research and conservation efforts and lend a helping hand in caring for Dolphin Lagoon’s loveable aquatic residents.
Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.
