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Aquaworld Aquarium & Reptile Rescue Centre, Hersonissos

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Must see · Aquarium · Zoo / Aquarium
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Discover the wild side of Crete at Aquaworld Aquarium & Reptile Rescue Centre, which displays both local sea life and exotic reptiles. Founded in 1995, this natural history museum provides a safe home for animals injured in the wild, as well as unwanted pets. The aquarium features 15 tanks, two pools, and several terrariums which serve as recreated natural habitats for various species of snakes, sea turtles, frogs, lizards, and fish. You can have your picture taken with most of these wild animals, or learn about their feeding and breeding habits from the staff. Join a daily guided tour to gain insight into the local efforts to protect and care for Crete's native wildlife. Choose to start, finish, or center your holiday on a trip to Aquaworld Aquarium & Reptile Rescue Centre by using our Hersonissos travel route builder site.
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  • I understand that they're a small business but I don't think I can excuse what I saw. Multiple snakes in a single enclosure. Very little enrichment for the animals. Animals in enclosures that were... 
    I understand that they're a small business but I don't think I can excuse what I saw. Multiple snakes in a single enclosure. Very little enrichment for the animals. Animals in enclosures that were...  more »
  • Lovely little place, all the people working there were really friendly. It was nice to be able to hold the animals and speak with the staff about each individual animal. We took our 2 daughters age... 
    Lovely little place, all the people working there were really friendly. It was nice to be able to hold the animals and speak with the staff about each individual animal. We took our 2 daughters age...  more »
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  • Amazing place to visit, not just seaside which can be found around the coastal waters of Crete. The also have reptiles that have been handed over to them or left for them to care for. They are very educational as well with school trips and visits to schools in the local area. To also survive were others have not during the pandemic. Every time we come to Crete we always visit to see new and existing marine life and reptiles. A big thank you to John and his wife and the team for a marvellous job they do in running the place.
  • Very enjoyable. Getting up close and personal with the reptiles was a highlight. Great value for money. They clearly care for the animals. Would recommend being there for 10.30 to see the turtle (Stephania) and the octopus being fed and the stories behind them. If you have 1-2 hours spare it's definitely worth it. The work they're doing is so admirable that we just had to leave a donation.

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