Dolphin Encounter and Interactive Dolphin Pool

Dolphin Cove

Watch a playful group of bottlenose dolphins both above and below the surface of the water at Dolphin Cove.

Dolphin Encounter is one of the largest interactive dolphin pools in the world, where you can see dolphins play and jump above the water, or see them gracefully swim in the underwater viewing area. Don't forget to visit our dolphin mothers and calves at the Dolphin Nursery.

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Dolphin Encounter

See how we care for our dolphins, participate in a training session, then touch a dolphin on this approximately 15-minute program.

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$ 29.00

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Dolphin Encounter

Limited Quantities Available

Prices Starting at

$ 29.00 /ea.

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Opportunity to have your picture taken while touching dolphins
Learn how our animal team takes care of these amazing mammals
The total experience lasts about 15 minutes with an approximately 3-5 minute dolphin interaction
Admission to SeaWorld is required and not included
Guests under 3 years of age are free and do not require a reservation
All guests under 13 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult
Groups will be combined for program of about 10 guests
Program times, prices, components and animal participation are subject to change
For animal safety, no personal belongings, including phones and cameras, are permitted along interaction wall
Professional photographers may photograph participants and select animal interactions; photos are sold separately
Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice are nonrefundable
Individuals with disabilities who require accommodations should visit the Contact Us page to discuss requests prior to making reservations

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Limited Quantities Available

Guest (3+)

$ 29.00 /ea.

Opportunity to have your picture taken while touching dolphins
Learn how our animal team takes care of these amazing mammals
The total experience lasts about 15 minutes with an approximately 3-5 minute dolphin interaction
Admission to SeaWorld is required and not included
Guests under 3 years of age are free and do not require a reservation
All guests under 13 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult
Groups will be combined for program of about 10 guests
Program times, prices, components and animal participation are subject to change
For animal safety, no personal belongings, including phones and cameras, are permitted along interaction wall
Professional photographers may photograph participants and select animal interactions; photos are sold separately
Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice are nonrefundable
Individuals with disabilities who require accommodations should visit the Contact Us page to discuss requests prior to making reservations

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Dolphin Up-Close Tour at SeaWorld Orlando

Dolphins Up-Close Tour

Find out what it takes to be a SeaWorld dolphin care specialist, when you come face-to-face with the ocean’s most playful ambassador on this approximately 30-minute hands-on tour.

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$ 59.00

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Dolphins Up-Close Tour

Prices Starting at

$ 59.00 /ea.

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You will learn first-hand from our animal care specialists about behaviors, training techniques and the world-class care we provide for these amazing animals.

Opportunity to have your picture taken while touching and feeding dolphins
Experience an extended hands-on interaction and training session with our dolphin family with the help of expert animal care specialists
Practice what you've learned while asking a dolphin to perform some of the behaviors
Admission to SeaWorld is required and not included
Guests under 3 years of age are free and do not require a reservation
All guests under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult
Groups will be combined for tour of about 18 guests
Program times, prices, components and animal participation are subject to change
For animal safety, no personal belongings, including phones and cameras, are permitted along interaction wall
Professional photographers may photograph participants and select animal interactions; photos are sold separately
Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice are nonrefundable
Individuals with disabilities who require accommodations should visit the Contact Us page to discuss requests prior to making reservations

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Guest (ages 3+)

$ 59.00 /ea.

You will learn first-hand from our animal care specialists about behaviors, training techniques and the world-class care we provide for these amazing animals.

Opportunity to have your picture taken while touching and feeding dolphins
Experience an extended hands-on interaction and training session with our dolphin family with the help of expert animal care specialists
Practice what you've learned while asking a dolphin to perform some of the behaviors
Admission to SeaWorld is required and not included
Guests under 3 years of age are free and do not require a reservation
All guests under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult
Groups will be combined for tour of about 18 guests
Program times, prices, components and animal participation are subject to change
For animal safety, no personal belongings, including phones and cameras, are permitted along interaction wall
Professional photographers may photograph participants and select animal interactions; photos are sold separately
Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice are nonrefundable
Individuals with disabilities who require accommodations should visit the Contact Us page to discuss requests prior to making reservations

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Animal Experience Add-On Package

We’re sure you’ll enjoy your tour so much that you’ll want to take home a souvenir, so we’re making it easy and you’ll get to save when you buy in advance!

$ 29.00 $37.99

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SeaWorld Orlando Animal Experience Add-On Package

$ 29.00 /ea. $37.99

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We’re sure you’ll enjoy your tour so much that you’ll want to take home a souvenir, so we’re making it easy and you’ll get to save when you buy in advance!

Package includes:

(1) printed photo ($20 if purchased separately)
(1) medium sized plush ($17.99 if purchased separately)

Note: Tour must be purchased separately.

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SeaWorld Orlando Animal Experience Add-On Package

Add-On Package

$ 29.00 /ea. $37.99

We’re sure you’ll enjoy your tour so much that you’ll want to take home a souvenir, so we’re making it easy and you’ll get to save when you buy in advance!

Package includes:

(1) printed photo ($20 if purchased separately)
(1) medium sized plush ($17.99 if purchased separately)

Note: Tour must be purchased separately.

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A Day To Remember

Dolphin Swim

Enjoy a full day of fun and relaxation at Discovery Cove. Upgrade your day with a 30 minute dolphin swim including a shallow water dolphin interaction with a deep-water tow for the entire group.

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