Rifwachter Aquariums

By now, we've got dozens of amazing fish in this store over multiple trips, and it immediately became our go-to as soon as we entered the first time. The staff is always incredibly helpful and knowledgeable, and the variety of healthy fish they offer is stunning. What we appreciate the most is the honesty of the owner - he would never sell sick fish to anyone. If he notices that anything is up, he'd rather tell you to come back after the treatment is complete than sell you a sick fish.

We'll be back for even more fish, probably soon, haha.

Unfortunately I live quite a bit away from this store but the few times I've paid them a visit it was exemplary, a huge assortment (the largest in the country as they proudly state themselves) yes it CAN be a little busy even more so during this time, but I visit during the slower hours and always get fantastic help. The staff is great, they ask the proper check-list questions and flat out refuse to sell fish to folk who do not have an appropriate setup, but once you've been cleared, excellent service, knowledgeable staff and a quality of stock. During my last visit I bought a pair of honey gourami, four male guppy's and a good start to a shrimp colony.

The male gourami was missing an eye, we purchased it knowing it might not make it but where happy to see if it could, unfortunately it succumbed to stress in a few days, it did not recover from the move, we knew this could happen going in! Also called the store for help in case it could be saved, the medication did not help him but I can rest assured no other fish will get sick.
The female is perfectly healthy and a joy to look at.

The guppy's are healthy too, unfortunately two of the males are very aggressive, but luckily I had an emergency tank setup so they could be separated without issue, the staff warned me beforehand and we discussed the stocking choice.

Lastly, I was amazed with the quality of the shrimp, I got a few color variations of Neocaridina, they settled into their new home wonderfully and I didn't lose a single one during acclimation, they have started to molt only 3 days after settling in, very happy with them! Also the staff who helped us, I believe Kaylee, was extremely helpful and made sure to explain the acclimation process, I knew, but it was nice to be given time and advice from someone who has more experience for sure!

All in all a great store, the only fish I've had pass away was one already weakened that came with a disclaimer up front, almost never are there dead or sick fish on display and they are for sure doing all they can to keep people in the hobby in a way that does not harm the fish. I'd say prices are mid range, there is something for everyone here. Thank you Kaylee!

Awesome service. I bought a nano aquarium along with some small fishes and plants.

Amazing service! Kind people. They really take their time for every customer, even though that means you'll have to wait a little while before you get help. But that's alright. Would advise to avoid going in the weekend. They are a little bit busier then. Great variaty of fish, even in times like these were it's hard to get specific breeds due to most imports being laid still. Good prices, great service and people. Had some complications with sick fish. And got refunded without trouble. Give good advice. Some fish are a little more expensive then the average price. But, the fish are healthy and have good quality. Price of shrimp, crabs and snails is lower then average. Would really recommend !

Best aquarium shop in the region. Very knowledgeable staff and fully loaded with all you need to set up a good aquarium at affordable prices.

#1 place in NL

What an amazing salt and fresh water aquarium they have so much stock of everything you need. Friendliest knowledge staff and you must ask to see the large permanent aquarium tanks at the back. Just an amazing underwater adventure great to take anyone of any age. Once done have a coffee or a drink or eat upstairs.

So many fish and a very helpful friendly staff. They are not trying to sell sell sell. Very informative staff and clearly they are passionate about what they do.

Great store and super helpful owner

Nice assortment & knowledgeable staff!

Amazing variety of fish and add-ons for both fresh and salt water aquaria! Very reasonable prices too.

This used to be my favorite aquarium store in central NL (until I moved to the US). The building itself is worth a visit!

Always received great advices for my marine aquarium!
Top quality.

Amazing amount of fish and even better expo. Very knowledgeable and helpful staff.

Great variety of fish! Kind, friendly and helpful service!

Possibly the best fish shop I have ever visited

This is the perfect place if you like to buy somthing for your fish =)

Great aquarium fish shop. Offers a lot of kind of fresh/salt water fish. Recommend!

Nice place with a restaurant. I will sure come back to eat something here

Great colection of fish, the expo is worth an zoo ticket, but it's fore free