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Animal Fact
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Encounters

Try Our Immersive Shark & Ray Interaction

Turn your fear into fascination. Suit up and get in the water with some of our sharks and rays in this animal interaction in our Sharks! Predators of the Deep gallery.

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Encounters

Get Up Close With a Sea Lion

Our unique Sea Lion Encounter takes you go behind the scenes to interact with these charismatic animals. Over the course of approximately 30 minutes, you’ll enjoy an exclusive tour of the California sea lion facility and a special educational presentation on the sea lions, then participate in an exciting sea lion training session alongside Georgia Aquarium’s own animal trainers.

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Encounters

Suit Up & Go For a Swim With Whale Sharks

Journey with Gentle Giants swim encounter is the only opportunity in the world where you are guaranteed to swim with whale sharks, manta rays, and more. You’ll get to swim with a snorkel in the Ocean Voyager exhibit, built by The Home Depot, with thousands of amazing animals for the experience of a lifetime.

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Encounters

Suit Up & Scuba Dive With Whale Sharks

Journey with Gentle Giants dive encounter is the only opportunity in the world where you’re guaranteed to dive with whale sharks, manta rays, and thousands of other sea creatures. Suit up to SCUBA dive in the lively waters of the Ocean Voyager exhibit, and have the experience of a lifetime. (SCUBA certification required)

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    Zebra Shark

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    California Sea Lion

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    Whale Shark

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    Whale Shark

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Animal Fact
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Whale Shark

Scientific Name
Rhincodon typus
Conservation Status
Endangered
Fact
Every whale shark has a unique spot pattern.
Animal Fact
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Upcoming Events

Join Us Beneath the Waves

There's always something new happening at Georgia Aquarium. Check out our upcoming virtual and live events for fans, families and 21+.

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  • Workout Events
    Mar 27

    Unwind by the Water – Sound Bath

    Unwind and relax with a unique sound bath experience led by a healing practitioner and Reiki...

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  • Family Events
    Apr 11

    Yoga by the Water

    Break a sweat at the most unique and inspiring fitness studio Atlanta has to offer – Georg...

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  • Adults-Only Events
    Apr 20

    Science on Tap

    Do you drink beer and wonder how it’s made? It might seem as simple as combining water...

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  • Workout Events
    May 16

    Breathe by the Water

    Join us for a one-of-a-kind experience led by the certified breathwork facilitator from A B...

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  • Workout Events
    Jun 18 – 25

    SkillsUSA DISCOUNT DAYS 2023

    2023 SkillsUSA Discount Days: June 18 – 25 Georgia Aquarium is excited to welcome all...

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  • Fundraising Events
    Jun 30

    20,000 Beers
    Under the Sea

    Our most popular summer event is coming back! Celebrate the arrival of summer at Georgia Aqu...

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  • Camps
    Jul 5 – 7

    Camp H2O
    July 5th – 7th

    Campers spent the week engaged in fun and exciting activities! They discovered interesting f...

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  • Adults-Only Events
    Aug 11

    Sips Under the Sea – Beach Night

    As the sun sets on a hot summer day, join us for a night of food, drinks, and endless entert...

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  • Adults-Only Events
    Oct 27

    Sips Under the Sea – Halloween

    The ocean is deep, dark, and there’s no telling what’s lurking just below the surface. F...

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  • Workout Events
    Mar 27

    Unwind by the Water – Sound Bath

    Unwind and relax with a unique sound bath experience led by a healing practitioner and Reiki...

    LEARN MORE
  • Family Events
    Apr 11

    Yoga by the Water

    Break a sweat at the most unique and inspiring fitness studio Atlanta has to offer – Georg...

    LEARN MORE
  • Adults-Only Events
    Apr 20

    Science on Tap

    Do you drink beer and wonder how it’s made? It might seem as simple as combining water...

    LEARN MORE
  • Workout Events
    May 16

    Breathe by the Water

    Join us for a one-of-a-kind experience led by the certified breathwork facilitator from A B...

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  • Workout Events
    Jun 18 – 25

    SkillsUSA DISCOUNT DAYS 2023

    2023 SkillsUSA Discount Days: June 18 – 25 Georgia Aquarium is excited to welcome all...

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  • Fundraising Events
    Jun 30

    20,000 Beers
    Under the Sea

    Our most popular summer event is coming back! Celebrate the arrival of summer at Georgia Aqu...

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  • Camps
    Jul 5 – 7

    Camp H2O
    July 5th – 7th

    Campers spent the week engaged in fun and exciting activities! They discovered interesting f...

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  • Adults-Only Events
    Aug 11

    Sips Under the Sea – Beach Night

    As the sun sets on a hot summer day, join us for a night of food, drinks, and endless entert...

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  • Adults-Only Events
    Oct 27

    Sips Under the Sea – Halloween

    The ocean is deep, dark, and there’s no telling what’s lurking just below the surface. F...

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White Spotted Jelly

Scientific Name
Phyllorhiza punctata
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
Fact
A large group of jellies is called a smack.
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Research & Conservation

African Penguins Are Officially Endangered

African penguin population numbers have dropped 60% in the last 30 years. Georgia Aquarium aids in their fight for survival through breeding programs and partnerships with organizations in their native South Africa, like the South African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds.

Find out what we're doing, how we're succeeding, and how you can support our mission.

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How You Can Help

Become a Member to Help Us Make a Difference

Georgia Aquarium membership supports not only African penguin survival but all of the Aquarium’s efforts in aquatic animal research and conservation. Membership and other contributions are critical to continuing our efforts and success in our mission.

Members can take advantage of free general admission, plus discounts on special events, Aquarium programs, products, and more.

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