The Maui Ocean Centre is said to be the world’s largest tropical aquarium. At once educational and entertaining, its focus is the reproduction of green sea turtles and coal reefs.

The displays are arranged so that they begin with habitats close to shore and move into progressively deeper waters. Entire sections of reef are reconstructed here, providing habitat for myriad colourful fish. The exhibit shows how the species have adapted to their particular environment and their relationship to Hawaiian culture and mythology.

The Ocean Centre also houses the Whale Discovery Centre, which provides a good introduction to whales, tracing their migratory path from Alaska to Hawaii through a series of interactive exhibits that capture the interest of people of all ages.