The Hong Kong park will gradually roll out eight redevelopment phases over a six-year period. This will double the number of attractions to over 70 upon completion in 2012. The park remains open throughout.

“Staying true to the park’s ethos, our plan is to incorporate our strong conservation values with entertainment excellence,” says Ocean Park chairman Dr Allan Zeman. “For the first phase, to be completed in early 2007, we bring our guests Sky Fair – the ultimate party in the sky – while in 2008, guests can expect to experience Astounding Asia, where we celebrate and protect Asia’s rich animal biodiversity. That is also where our new panda habitat will be. During 2008/2009, we will introduce the funicular train and Aqua City, an incredible Oceanic world that will include a state-of-the-art Grand Aquarium.”

Continuing the redevelopment into 2009 and 2010, the additional phases will include new attractions in The Summit saluting life in four different climate zones: Marine World, the Rainforest, Thrill Mountain and Polar Adventure. Not forgetting the children, Whiskers Harbour (based around Ocean Park’s sealion mascot) will feature lots of children’s rides and attractions set among an atmosphere that celebrates nature and animals.

“We’ve had record attendances and revenues for the past year,” notes Zeman. “This increase can be attributed to the park’s successful strategy to develop innovative events that are relevant to both local and international tastes, and to all our unique animal and conservation programmes that connect people to nature. Ocean Park will continuously deliver on this important mandate.”

As the park sets out on its massive redevelopment project it is also preparing to celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2007.

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