Swim with the Sharks and Rays in Port Stephens
Step into the water for a once-in-a-lifetime encounter that brings you face-to-face with sharks, rays & other marine wildlife. Safe, guided, & unforgettable, every moment is designed to inspire wonder, learning, and a deeper connection to our oceans.
Book your tickets today for the experience of a lifetime.
Upgrade your visit with a snorkel or encounter
Plan your visit to Irukandji with tips to make the most of your day.
Discover how every encounter helps protect our wildlife.
Experience Sharks and Rays Like Never Before
Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters in Port Stephens is more than a day out, it’s an adventure into the heart of the ocean. Step into our lagoons where sharks, rays, sea turtles, and an amazing variety of fish swim all around you, and discover their fascinating behaviours up close in a safe, interactive setting. Designed for families, school groups, and curious travellers, every encounter blends fun with powerful education, inspiring a deeper understanding of marine life. Best of all, your visit directly supports vital conservation work, helping protect our oceans and the incredible creatures that call them home.
Choose your Adventure
Every guest needs an Entry Pass to explore Irukandji, but the real magic happens when you upgrade. Step beyond the shoreline and share the water with sharks, rays, and fish, even feed them by hand. There’s something truly special about connecting with these incredible creatures up close, an experience you’ll remember for a lifetime. From wading beside them to snorkelling in their world, our upgrades bring you closer than ever to the ocean’s most extraordinary animals.
Irukandji Entry Pass
- Admission to the aquarium and lagoon shallows
- Feed and interact with sharks and rays
- Enjoy engaging keeper talks and presentations
Discovery add-on
- Wade in the water with a wetsuit to meet our marine animals
- Feed and interact with rays, sharks & fish
- Unique photo opportunities in tropical lagoon habitats
Most Popular
- Hands-on interactions with sharks and rays
- Guided experience with our expert keepers
- Small groups for more animal time
Premium Upgrade
- Swim alongside rays, sharks & turtles in our lagoons
- Fully immersive lagoon adventure
- Limited spots available daily—book early so you don’t miss out!
Enjoy Irukandji year round
- Unlimited Entry access
- Discounts on upgrades like encounters & snorkels
- Exclusive member perks
Learn, Explore and Engage with Marine Life
At Irukandji, learning goes far beyond the classroom. We welcome school groups, families, children, and adults to connect with sharks, rays, and other marine animals in an interactive, hands-on environment. Each program is designed to spark curiosity, build ocean awareness, and inspire a lifelong respect for our incredible underwater world.
Upgrade Your Day
Closer Than You Ever Imagined
Don’t just see the ocean’s most extraordinary animals — meet them up close and take home memories that last a lifetime.
Hands-On Encounters That Inspire Ocean Awareness
Every visit to Irukandji is a chance to meet the ocean’s most extraordinary creatures up close and personal. From gentle rays to curious zebra sharks and turtles in need of protection, our encounters are designed to inspire wonder, build awareness, and create lasting memories. The very best way to experience Irukandji is by upgrading your pass to an encounter or snorkel, giving you the unforgettable opportunity to share the water with these majestic animals. There really is an encounter waiting for everyone.
Don’t just watch from the sidelines, upgrade now and experience the very best that Irukandji has to offer.
Reef Shark Encounter
Turtle Conservation Experience
Little Ray
Cuddle
Friendly and curious, sting rays are among the most interactive animals you’ll meet. Feel their smooth wings as they glide past in this unforgettable encounter.
Zebra
Sharks
Zebra sharks are calm, spotted beauties that glide gracefully along the sandy sea floor. Encounter them up close and discover why these gentle sharks are so unique.
Together, We Protect Our Oceans
Irukandji invites you to meet the ocean’s most fascinating creatures in a way that goes beyond observation. Gentle rays, curious zebra sharks, resilient turtles and many more marine creatures bring the underwater world to life while helping build understanding of why these species need our protection. Each encounter is designed to educate, inspire, and create memories that last long after your visit.
"Irukandji changes the world every single day, building passion and stewardship for some very misunderstood predators."
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