Beginner 6 min read
Your First Aquarium: A Beginner's Checklist
Everything you need to set up a healthy first fish tank — the right size, the right equipment, and the one step most beginners skip.
Read guideAquarium & Pet Store · Wakad, Pune
Healthy fish. Honest advice. Right here in Wakad.
Custom aquariums, tank maintenance, exotic fish and everything your pets need — from the neighbourhood aquarium experts at Mankar Chowk.
Open daily · 9:30 AM – 10:00 PM 4.6 on Google · 52 reviews
- 4.6 on Google from 52 local reviews
- Since 2019 serving Wakad families
- Open 7 days 9:30 AM – 10 PM
- Local delivery Cash, UPI & all apps
What you'll find
Everything for your aquarium — and then some
From your very first goldfish to a custom-built showpiece tank, we've got you covered. Pop in, or ask us anything on WhatsApp.
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Custom Aquariums
Made-to-measure tanks and cabinets, planned around your space, your budget and the fish you love.
- Any size
- Cabinets & stands
- Planted setups
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Fish & Turtles
Healthy, colourful freshwater fish and turtles — from easy beginner favourites to eye-catching exotics.
- Goldfish
- Fighter fish
- Turtles
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Pet Supplies & Food
Fish food, filters, lighting, décor, water care and accessories for your other pets too.
- Fish food
- Filters & pumps
- Pet food
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Tank Maintenance
Cleaning, water changes and filter care so your tank stays crystal clear — without the weekend chores.
- One-time clean
- Monthly visits
- Wakad & nearby
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Illustration — real build photos coming soon
Custom aquariums
A tank built for your space
A tank designed around your space, your budget and the fish you love.
- 1 Tell us your idea WhatsApp us a photo of the space, a rough size and your budget. No idea yet? That's fine too.
- 2 Plan it together We suggest the right tank size, stand, filtration and lighting — and fish that will actually thrive in it.
- 3 Built to fit Your aquarium is made to measure and set up with the right equipment, décor and plants.
- 4 Advice that continues Questions after you take it home? Just message us. Our maintenance visits can keep it looking great.
Tank maintenance
Keep your tank crystal clear
Cloudy water, green glass, a filter that's seen better days? We'll come to you and bring it back to life — then help you keep it that way.
- Partial water change
- Glass, décor & algae cleaning
- Gravel / substrate vacuuming
- Filter cleaning & equipment check
- A health check of your fish
- Friendly advice for between visits
We visit homes & offices in
- Wakad
- Kalewadi
- Dange Chowk
- Vishal Nagar
- One-time deep clean Perfect when the water's gone cloudy or you're getting a tank back on track.
- Monthly visits A regular clean that keeps most home tanks looking their best.
- Fortnightly visits For larger, heavily stocked or showpiece tanks that need extra care.
Pricing depends on your tank size — ask us on WhatsApp for a quick quote.
Loved by local fishkeepers
What our customers say
Real reviews from our Google Business Profile.
Free care guides
Fishkeeping, made simple
Honest, practical advice — the same things we tell customers at the counter.
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FAQs
Quick answers
Can't find what you're looking for? We're a message away.
I've never kept fish before. Where do I start?
Start with our beginner's checklist, then come and chat with us at the store. We'll help you choose a tank, set it up properly and pick fish that are easy to care for.
Do you build custom aquariums?
Yes. Send us the size of the space, where the tank will go and a rough budget on WhatsApp, and we'll suggest options and give you a quote.
Do you deliver?
Yes — we offer local delivery in Wakad and nearby areas. Message us on WhatsApp with what you need and where you are.
Where exactly is the store?
We're at Kaspate Wasti, Mankar Chowk in Wakad, right by the Kalpataru Harmony society main gate. Tap "Get directions" for Google Maps navigation.
Do you clean and maintain tanks at home?
Yes. We offer one-time cleans and regular monthly or fortnightly visits in Wakad, Kalewadi, Dange Chowk and Vishal Nagar. Book a visit on WhatsApp.
How can I check if a fish is in stock?
Stock changes every week, so the easiest way is to send us a WhatsApp message with the fish you're looking for. We'll tell you what's available before you make the trip.
What are your timings?
We're open every day from 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM — including Sundays and holidays.
Visit the store
Come say hello at Mankar Chowk
- Address
- Kaspate Wasti, Mankar Chowk Wakad, Pune 411057 Right by the Kalpataru Harmony society main gate, Mankar Chowk
- Opening hours
- Open every day, 9:30 AM – 10 PM Including Sundays & holidays Open daily · 9:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Delivery
- Local delivery & kerbside pickup Local delivery in Wakad and nearby areas — just ask on WhatsApp.
We accept
- Cash
- UPI
- Google Pay
- PhonePe
- Paytm
- Amazon Pay