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Undersea Explorer VR

A Series of Unforgettable Undersea Virtual Reality Experiences

Undersea Explorer VR pods outside of PV Gallery

Credit: Madeline Walden / Aquarium of the Pacific

Have you ever dreamt of swimming with a humpback whale in Tonga or diving next to a 15-foot tiger shark in the Bahamas? Now’s the time to make that dream a reality… virtually. The Aquarium’s latest attraction, Undersea Explorer VR, brings you closer to marine life than ever before through dynamic 360° live-action films synced with motion-platform seating for an immersive viewing experience like none other.

This virtual reality experience is an added adventure for you and your family to enjoy during your Aquarium visit. You have your choice of experiences listed below, which last 5-7 minutes each. A height requirement applies (35”/0.9m). The virtual reality ‘pods’ are located at the entrance to the Tropical Pacific Gallery and availability is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Cost is $9 for a single experience, and $15 for a double experience.

Choose your Experience

Two polar bears approach the viewer on an icy tundra. Text: Polar Odyssey - A VR Experience

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Polar Odyssey

An immersive VR adventure that transports guests to the Canadian Arctic, where polar bears endure months of waiting for the winter ice to return. An entertaining experience for families and explorers of all ages where you’ll step into breathtaking cinematography with real-world science and conservation storytelling. Brave the ice and witness the resilience of the largest land predator in one of the harshest environments on Earth.

Scuba diver swimming close to a large shark in clear blue water, with the text 'Shark Dive' overlayed at the bottom.

Credit: Immotion

Shark Dive

Travel with the marine biologists of Bimini Shark Lab as we search for the mythic underwater strip called Tiger Beach. Learn about the behaviors of tiger and hammerhead sharks.

Illustration for 'A Mermaid's Quest' showing a mermaid amidst ocean waters swimming near polluted coral reefs.

Credit: Immotion

A Mermaid’s Quest

An inspiring animated story of a young seafarer’s awakening to ecological issues and the unexpected beauty beneath the waves on an exciting adventure exploring the wondrous ocean.

Dolphins of the Reef, a VR Experience poster showing two dolphins swimming in a vibrant blue ocean.

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Dolphins of the Reef

Dolphins of the Reef explores the unique bond between a pod of bottlenose dolphins and their surrounding coral reefs, uncovering remarkable behavior and conservation challenges.

Silhouette of a manta ray swimming overhead in deep blue water, with light filtering through from above. Below is the text 'FLIGHT OF THE MANTAS' in white bold letters.

Credit: Immotion

Flight of the Mantas

The majestic manta rays of Mozambique need our help to survive. Follow marine conservationists as they work to protect these highly intelligent and very curious giants of the oceans.

Image of a red squid swimming near the ocean floor with the text 'Legend of Lusca' prominently displayed.

Credit: Immotion

Legend of Lusca

Join scuba divers on an exhilarating adventure into the deep waters of the Bahamas as they explore multiple ocean ecosystems surrounding a local shipwreck and dive into its rich history.

Close-up of a humpback whale swimming in a blue ocean with the text 'Swimming with Humpbacks' displayed.

Credit: Immotion

Swimming with Humpbacks

A dynamic educational journey, following a marine biologist who sets out to learn about the behavior of mother humpback whales and their calves.

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