Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium

Imagine witnessing any shape you can think of being implanted into the centre of a beautiful oyster, resulting in the formation of a brand new pearl. The Image Pearl Technique at Vizhinjam Maritime Aquarium does exactly that using shell cement. Officially known as the Sagarika Marine Research Aquarium, it is situated about 2 km from Kovalam on a natural port that is among the busiest in the district.

One can see a variety of species here. Angelfish, clown fish,seahorses, box fish, cow fish, eels and wrasses are among the exotic beings seen here. A reef tank with an assortment of corals is yet another attraction here. One also gets a close look at some of the mysteries of marine life at this unique destination.

Visiting Hours: Open every day from 09:00 - 17:00 hrs.

Fees:  Adult  - Rs. 20/-, Children: 4 -14 : Rs.10/-

Contact Details
Vizhinjam Research Centre of Central Marine Fisheries Institute (VRC of CMFRI)
Vizhinjam Harbour Road
Thiruvananthapuram - 695521
Ph.: +91 471 2480224
Email:- vrcofcmfrivzm@gmail.com
Website: http://www.cmfri.org.in/vizhinjam.html

Getting there

Nearest railway station: Thiruvananthapuram Central, about 12 km

Nearest airport: Trivandrum International Airport, about 13 km

Where to Stay

Hotel

Swagath Holiday Resorts

New Eves Beach
Kovalam Beach Road
471-2481148
9847060880, 9995088883

Approximate Distance: 5.67 KM

Homestay

Thayil Kadaloram Homestay

Beach Road, Kovalam
471-2481934
7306663669

Approximate Distance: 5.71 KM

Homestay

Oyster Marris Homestays

Kashimani, TC 57/ 2957(3), Seaview Gardens, Near Christ Nagar Junior School & C-DIT, Thirvallam 695027
-9497305112
9497305112

Approximate Distance: 2.86 KM

Serviced Villa

Patrick Nivas

63/1118, Light House Beach, Kovalam, Trivandrum, Kerala 695521
9495349384

Approximate Distance: 5.91 KM

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Location

Latitude: 8.439772, Longitude: 76.989212