Aquarium Odyssey

I’ve been in this store multiple times now for my new 60 gallon reef tank and I couldn’t be more pleased. There’s another store closer to me but I go out of my way to go to Aquarium Odyssey because their tanks are clean, the owners are friendly and knowledgeable and their prices are great. I’ve bought fish, inverts, coral and dry goods from them and everything I’ve bought so far the prices have been right on target or even lower than online. Plus then I don’t have to pay for shipping. They take the time to talk to you and answer all your questions. Once I even asked the owner if he could get a particular invert in for me and he said that he could but he strongly advised against it because they are very aggressive and could eat my fish. Not everyone would do this. Another store might have just taken my money and let me find out the hard way.

After a horrible experience with a popular Pet Store chain, I was referred to Aquarium Odyssey by a friend. Once arriving I was immediately greeted with a very warm welcome. Darlene took the time to help me find the equipment I needed for my Cichlid tank. She also walked me through (step by step) the set up of my new Hydor filtration system. Once my filtration was assembled and turned on I returned to Aquarium Odyssey to select fish. Again, I received a very warm welcome (this time by name :)) Darlene educated me on the various types of Cichlids they have and their compatibility. The store, stock, and tanks are VERY clean. The prices are VERY reasonable and my overall shopping experience was the BEST EVER. I highly recommend Aquarium Odyssey to every hobbyist from fresh water to salt. I have become a regular at this store.

A true family owned store with fish you won’t find at Petco, Petsmart. Also the fish are more quality. They quarantine all fish for problems before they sell them, so if they die it’s usually your fault. Very friendly and knowledgable and won’t intimidate beginners. I don’t buy fish anywhere else. I highly recommend their cardinal tetras, hard to find anywhere else.

Best fish store in Palm Springs are. Very knowledgable staff, Arnel the owner is very nice and will talk with you. Tidy store, great selection. Prices are pretty high compared to most stores i’ve been too but usually have things other stores don’t. Recommended.

I’m a highly experienced marine aquarium guy, I’m so totally shocked at what this guy tries to get away with. Went in one day the price of a coral polyp colony was $ 35, 2 days later when back and the same exact colony was now $ 65. Same colony in the same exact spot… I’ve visited this store a few time and it’s always the same guy and lady in the store. Now I understand why NOTHING has a price on it, he takes a look at you when you walk in and decides if he can pull a fast one and overcharge you. I’ve gone in and played dumb and was shocked at what he wanted to charge for a blue damsel ($ 4.95 or less all day long anywhere else in town) this guy tried to sell me one for $ 16.95 cuz I was playing dumb. Wow. Stay away

The owner Arnel help me with the set up went above and beyond 10 pm last night to see my tank!! Plus her lovely wife Darlene was very much sure that i get everything. Thanks hope to fixed my aquarium before its too late!

If I had followed PetCo’s advice for setting up an aquarium, all my fish would have been dead.
This is an amazing store with incredibly knowledgeable and caring owners. They have remembered my daughter’s aquarium set up even after months. Their selection is fantastic and service is great.

Nice store with good to fair prices

3^rd time is not a charm. They have a great selection of fish and corals but the owner is all over the place with pricing. I have asked the price of the same corals 3 times each time I visited and he quoted different prices each time. His tanks are clean and fish are healthy but the fact that not a coral one has a price. My friend was quoted 20 bucks more for the same coral while we were in the store together. Bad business. The girl is very helpful and if you ask her she just gets the owner. I’m sure she should know the price of everything but he is a control freak that wants to up the price at a whim. I left very upset with a bad taste in my mouth. I am. Not one to bash a place or small business but do onto others as they do you. He knows he’s the only game in town so he can do as he feels. I give the girl working there 5 stars but the owner 1. Notice the corals are all grown into the sediment. Yes not selling his inventory because he’s to wishy washy with his pricing. For fish he’s great but overpriced. I dare you to google prices before you leave the store it will surprise you. Do your research before purchase.

I’ve been there a couple times now and have had bad experiences. The owner is not one to be trusted. He tries to sell you equipment way overpriced compared to local stores. I understand that a business must make a profit, but he’s down right shady. Both times I’ve been there he’s quoted me different prices knowing that I was in need of supplies/​equipment. The funny part is that the more desperate you sound, the higher the prices go. He is not to be trusted as I have taken my business elsewhere.

I’ve been going to Aquarium Odyssey for about a year or so and although our relationship started out a little bumpy, it has smoothed out. Darlene and Arnel, the owners, are the only people that work there and are very knowledgeable about both fresh and saltwater environments. I’ve had many questions as I’ve been learning and they’ve always got the answer. Arnel and Darlene definitely understand that customers keep them in business, give them an opportunity to help you, you won’t regret going to them!

It’s okay I guess. The thing is they are way overpriced. I think it is because rich folks just don’t mind spending $ 20 extra dollars here or there. I’d rather order from the internet or drive out to the coast if i can help it. That way I get a barge selection and save about 50%.

This is the beat aquatic store in the desert. It’s a little bit of a drive from the base but definitely worth the drive. The staff there is very knowledgeable and very eager to help you make a decision on what to get and to let you know what will work with the tank that you have.