Tropical Aquascenes
Tropical Aquascenes creates custom freshwater planted aquariums that bring natural beauty into homes and businesses across San Diego. Each aquascape is tailored to your space and style, offering a serene, maintenance-free slice of nature you'll love to live with.
Our Services
Not sure where to start? We’ll visit your space, understand your goals, and provide tailored recommendations on aquarium size, style, layout, and equipment to suit your needs and environment.
End-to-end custom aquascape installation. We handle everything—from design and plant selection to substrate, filtration, lighting, and layout—so you get a fully functional, beautiful aquascape from day one.
Complete setup plus ongoing care. Includes regular maintenance visits for cleaning, plant trimming, water testing, and equipment checks—ensuring your aquascape stays healthy, balanced, and beautiful all year round.
About our brand
Tropical Aquascenes was founded in 2025 by Nikhil Aravind, a passionate hobbyist aquascaper and lifelong freshwater fish enthusiast. What began as a personal love for planted tanks has grown into a mission to bring the beauty and tranquility of nature into homes and workplaces across San Diego. Every project reflects a deep appreciation for aquatic ecosystems, thoughtful design, and a commitment to craftsmanship. Whether you're new to aquascaping or a long-time admirer, Tropical Aquascenes is here to help you create something truly unique.