Last year's family summer bonding in San Juan, Batangas was memorable. To see pictures of our family bonding view HERE. That bonding made us decide to have an out of town travel every summer. As planned, we decided to visit Ocean Adventure for us to visit a place wherein kids and adults will both enjoy.
Ocean Adventure is located in Camayan Wharf, West Ilanin Forest Area, Subic Bay Freeport Zone in Zambales. Ocean Adventure has earned the reputation as a premiere attraction in Southeast Asia.
We left Manila early morning and we arrived timely before the animal show at the Wildlife In Need (WIN) Rescue Center started. Various animals were presented to the tourists who showed different amazing skills. Kids and adults in the area had a lot of fun watching the show. After the animal show, I parted ways with my relatives to explore the area.
I explored the vicinity of Ocean Adventure. From Dolphin Lagoon to Adventure Beach. Tourists shall keep in mind that Ocean Adventure is a rain forest and marine sanctuary. While enjoying the special environment, one must remember that we are at our own risk. The sanctuary urge every tourist not to approach, touch or attempt to feed any form of marine life or animal in the forest.
Fresh from a long ride, I was attracted by Dr. Nibbles Fish Spa located in the sanctuary. Honestly, it was my first time to experience this kind of spa. I sat back and relaxed in the tropical environment as doctor fish (Garra rufa) nibble away my dead skin from my tired feet leaving it fresh and rejuvenated the natural way. We paid Php 150.00 per head for 15 minutes. The experience was ticklish!
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| My Dirty Feet, LOL |
Spending 15 minutes in the spa was enough for me to recharge. I strolled inside the rain forest and marine sanctuary. I took various pictures from the different stadiums in the sanctuary. They offer different experience of adventure. Feature shows of Dolphin Tales, Sea Lion Marine Patrol and Wild World. Animal encounters with sea lion, dolphins, turtle and shark adventure.
The sanctuary also boasts Ocean Discovery Aquarium and Seatrek. Photo encounters with Dolphins and Sea Lions added up the thrill in the sanctuary. I enjoyed Ocean heART a lot. 3D paintings are available along the hallway for pictorials. I also have my own share of shots.
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| Oh myyyy, oh please, don't bite! |
Ocean Adventure also offers first hand experience in witnessing a live sea lion. Underwater viewing for sea lion is great. I can't help but amazed on these creatures.
The grand finale for the tour was the dolphin show. It was really amazing to watch dolphins live. This kind of animal show will be both appreciated by kids and young at heart, like me. I salute those dolphin trainers, they are amazing. Before the show started, I did some poses to capture those simple yet memorable moments in the sanctuary.
To sum it up, the tour was all worth it. Ocean Adventure really offers a great value of money and time for families. This is highly recommended for families who are looking for a summer family bonding. Go ahead and visit this rain forest and marine sanctuary. Below are two of my shots taken during the dolphin show. Amazed? Better visit the place soon and you will also be experiencing a great adventure.
Thank you Ocean Adventure for a great memorable experience. I will definitely be back anytime soon.
