Watch belugas swim carefree in their icy Arctic habitat at the Vancouver Aquarium. Watch for belugas Kavna, Aurora and Qila.
Note: From time to time you may see lots of stringy brown bits floating in the water. These are a type of algae called diatoms. They are a natural part of British Columbia’s ecosystem and do not harm the animals. It reproduces more quickly when the sun is shining.
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A Beluga Encounter is an incredible experience that provides you with the unique opportunity to visit the belugas and participate in an interactive training session alongside an Aquarium trainer. Visit our marine mammal training facilities during your Beluga Encounter and receive a unique glimpse into the everyday life of a marine mammal trainer. See how much care and attention is needed every day to ensure our belugas are healthy and happy, and learn how our conservation and research programs are helping us better understand threats belugas face in the wild.