Explore the National Antarctic Penguin Breeding Base, check in during the exclusive breeding season


Dalian Sun Asia's penguin babies are adorably cute together!

When the polar elves enter the breeding season, Dalian Sun Asia Ocean World transforms into a fluffy penguin kindergarten! As a national-level Antarctic penguin breeding base, more than forty penguin chicks have hatched this year. The soft and cute little ones stumble as they learn to walk, occasionally hiding in their parents' brood pouches to play hide and seek~Keep this limited-edition penguin season guide handy!

✨ "Must-visit experiences during breeding season"
1️⃣ Visit Antarctic Penguin Island
Witness the miracle of life in the polar world! Through a 270° panoramic window, watch Gentoo penguins take turns incubating eggs and see penguin parents gently preening their chicks' down with their beaks (best viewing time: around 10 AM before and after feeding)

2️⃣ Penguin-themed study class
Exclusive close-up observation experience! Follow researchers to visit the backstage nursery, learn about penguin growth, and even prepare nutritious meals by hand (advance reservation required, includes an exclusive commemorative certificate)

3️⃣ Fairy Tale Penguin Card benefits
From now until February 15, 2025, the special limited "Fairy Tale Penguin Card" allows holders unlimited visits to watch the penguin babies grow all year round

🎪 "Unmissable star performances"
▪️ Upgraded "Dolphin Bay Romance": a double whale and dolphin lineup dancing with mermaids, with lights and water screens weaving a romantic ocean legend
▪️ "Beluga Legend" blessing special: pure white belugas create heart-shaped ripples in the blue deep sea, with a special patriotic-themed segment added
▪️ Underwater Red Flag Parade: encounter trainers swimming with fish while holding the national flag in the 118-meter underwater tunnel for a stunning scene

📸 "Photo hotspots"
✅ In front of the circular glass at Antarctic Penguin Island: capture penguins diving moments
✅ Arched area of the underwater tunnel: snap silhouettes when rays glide by
✅ Front row of the Beluga Theater: catch the belugas blowing bubble kisses

🚇 "Complete transportation guide"
▫️ Direct access via Metro Line 2, Dayi Second Hospital Station
▫️ Self-driving navigation: "500 meters west of Xinghai Square," parking 5 RMB/hour
▫️ Hidden route: 10-minute walk from Xinghai Park boardwalk to the west gate

🍱 "Themed food surprises"
• Penguin-shaped ice cream: at the snack kiosk at the exit of the Polar Pavilion
• Ocean-themed set meal: stingray rice ball set at the Coral Pavilion restaurant
• Limited drinks: Beluga latte with blue coconut jelly boba

🏨 "New accommodation option"
Sun Asia Penguin Hotel is now open! Wake up in Northeast China's first penguin-themed hotel, where you can watch penguins play through the glass during breakfast. Family rooms come with penguin plush toys and educational picture books

Post by GENEVIEVE RIOS | Oct 18, 2025

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