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Animal Experiences
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Dolphin Up-Close Encounter
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Prices starting at
$ 79.00 /ea.
Spend time with these playful, intelligent animals and learn about their natural history and amazing aquatic adaptations. An animal care specialist will guide you through a 10-minute poolside session as guests learn different hand signals used to communicate with dolphins as well as playtime with these inquisitive animals.
For the safety of our guests, Ambassadors, and our animals, SeaWorld San Diego has taken extra steps to provide the safest possible Dolphin Encounter experience:
- Please check in for your Dolphin Encounter at Dolphin Point at least 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time.
- Participants under 18 will need a paid parent or guardian present. Participants under 50 inches tall must be accompanied by a paid parent or guardian.
- Taking photos of the animals and your experience is encouraged, however SeaWorld ambassadors will not be allowed to handle your camera or other personal equipment during your encounter.
- No loose jewelry, sunglasses or smoking is permitted during the interaction.
- All participants will be given the opportunity to wash and/or sanitize their hands before and after their encounter.
- Party sizes and inventory is limited to ensure physical distancing. There are limited spots available and we cannot guarantee there will be room to add extra participants.
- Program times, prices, components and animal participation are subject to change without notice.
- Any “animal experience reservations” can be changed or cancelled once for free as long as the change is 48 hours in advance of the reservation date, but there are charges for changes made within 48 hours or for more than one change. “Animal experience reservations” are nonrefundable with less than 48 hours' advance notice of cancellation.
- Please keep in mind if you arrive late you may not be able to join the program.
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Guest
$ 79.00 /ea.
Spend time with these playful, intelligent animals and learn about their natural history and amazing aquatic adaptations. An animal care specialist will guide you through a 10-minute poolside session as guests learn different hand signals used to communicate with dolphins as well as playtime with these inquisitive animals.
For the safety of our guests, Ambassadors, and our animals, SeaWorld San Diego has taken extra steps to provide the safest possible Dolphin Encounter experience:
- Please check in for your Dolphin Encounter at Dolphin Point at least 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time.
- Participants under 18 will need a paid parent or guardian present. Participants under 50 inches tall must be accompanied by a paid parent or guardian.
- Taking photos of the animals and your experience is encouraged, however SeaWorld ambassadors will not be allowed to handle your camera or other personal equipment during your encounter.
- No loose jewelry, sunglasses or smoking is permitted during the interaction.
- All participants will be given the opportunity to wash and/or sanitize their hands before and after their encounter.
- Party sizes and inventory is limited to ensure physical distancing. There are limited spots available and we cannot guarantee there will be room to add extra participants.
- Program times, prices, components and animal participation are subject to change without notice.
- Any “animal experience reservations” can be changed or cancelled once for free as long as the change is 48 hours in advance of the reservation date, but there are charges for changes made within 48 hours or for more than one change. “Animal experience reservations” are nonrefundable with less than 48 hours' advance notice of cancellation.
- Please keep in mind if you arrive late you may not be able to join the program.
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Dolphin In-Water Interaction
Prices starting at
$ 179.00 /ea.
Get to know our playful and friendly bottlenose dolphins through a personal, unforgettable experience.
- If under 14 years of age you must be accompanied by a paying adult participant.
- Animal Trainers introduce guests to amazing bottlenose dolphins.
- Wade into the waters and get to know these marine mammals through touching, feeding and play.
- Participants need to provide their own personal swimsuit to wear underneath the wetsuit provided when doing the program.
- Participants must be 50 inches or taller.
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Guest (50" or taller)
$ 179.00 /ea.
Get to know our playful and friendly bottlenose dolphins through a personal, unforgettable experience.
- If under 14 years of age you must be accompanied by a paying adult participant.
- Animal Trainers introduce guests to amazing bottlenose dolphins.
- Wade into the waters and get to know these marine mammals through touching, feeding and play.
- Participants need to provide their own personal swimsuit to wear underneath the wetsuit provided when doing the program.
- Participants must be 50 inches or taller.
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Penguins Up-Close Tour
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Prices starting at
$ 94.00 /ea.
Go behind the scenes at Penguin Encounter for an up close interaction with one of our penguins. Meet an aviculturist and learn what it takes to care for these highly specialized animals
- Visit inside Penguin Encounter then take a behind the scenes tour to have an up-close interaction with a penguin
- Animal experts share their experiences in caring for these unique animals and the challenges they face in the wild
- Participant must be at least 6 years of age to participate. Children under age 14 must be accompanied by a paid adult participant..
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Guest (Ages 6+)
$ 94.00 /ea.
Go behind the scenes at Penguin Encounter for an up close interaction with one of our penguins. Meet an aviculturist and learn what it takes to care for these highly specialized animals
- Visit inside Penguin Encounter then take a behind the scenes tour to have an up-close interaction with a penguin
- Animal experts share their experiences in caring for these unique animals and the challenges they face in the wild
- Participant must be at least 6 years of age to participate. Children under age 14 must be accompanied by a paid adult participant..
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Beluga Up-Close Encounter
Prices starting at
$ 69.00 /ea.
Our animal care specialists will guide you through a unique, hands-on experience that includes the opportunity to hand-feed a beluga.
- A behind the scenes visit at Wild Arctic.
- Up-close encounters with our beluga whales.
- Animal experts will share their knowledge and experience of caring for these animals.
- Participant must be at least 4 years of age to participate. Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paid adult participant.
- Space is limited in our Encounter area, therefore we are unable to accommodate observers in addition to the participants.
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Guest (Ages 4+)
$ 69.00 /ea.
Our animal care specialists will guide you through a unique, hands-on experience that includes the opportunity to hand-feed a beluga.
- A behind the scenes visit at Wild Arctic.
- Up-close encounters with our beluga whales.
- Animal experts will share their knowledge and experience of caring for these animals.
- Participant must be at least 4 years of age to participate. Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paid adult participant.
- Space is limited in our Encounter area, therefore we are unable to accommodate observers in addition to the participants.
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Beluga In-Water Interaction
Prices starting at
$ 219.00 /ea.
This in-water interaction lets you touch and feed these sociable white whales as animal behaviorists share how we’ve used encouragement-based training to communicate with these warm-hearted residents of the cold Arctic waters.
- Animal Trainers introduce small groups of guests to curious beluga whales
- Wade into the waters and get to know these marine mammals through touching, feeding and play
- Participants must be at least 50” or taller
- Participants under the age of 14 years MUST be accompanied by a paying adult
- Participants need to provide their own personal swimsuit to wear underneath the wetsuit provided when doing the program
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Guest (50" or taller)
$ 219.00 /ea.
This in-water interaction lets you touch and feed these sociable white whales as animal behaviorists share how we’ve used encouragement-based training to communicate with these warm-hearted residents of the cold Arctic waters.
- Animal Trainers introduce small groups of guests to curious beluga whales
- Wade into the waters and get to know these marine mammals through touching, feeding and play
- Participants must be at least 50” or taller
- Participants under the age of 14 years MUST be accompanied by a paying adult
- Participants need to provide their own personal swimsuit to wear underneath the wetsuit provided when doing the program
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Ultimate VIP Tour
Prices Starting at
$ 499.00 /ea.
Make the most of your SeaWorld day with the Ultimate VIP Tour. Your personal VIP tour guide will be with you throughout your adventure just for your group. Unforgettable animal encounters, spectacular shows, and thrilling rides are all in one conveniently planned experience for your family to enjoy.
Ultimate VIP Tour includes:
• A privately guided 6-hour walking tour.
• (1) Public Animal Encounter and (1) Private Animal encounter.
• A poolside interaction with our bottlenose dolphins.
• A behind-the-scenes look at how we care for animals, including a visit to our Animal Care Center.
• Animal experts sharing their knowledge and experiences of caring for these unique animals.
• Learning how you can help save these animals from the challenges they face in the wild.
• Premiere seating at SeaWorld shows.
• Front-of-the-line privileges for SeaWorld rides.
• Meal in park
Minimum # of guest 2 - Maximum # of guests 12
This package DOES NOT include Admission to the park or parking.
Tour details:
• Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
• Guests under the age of 3 are free, are not included in minimum party size, and requires a tour reservation.
• Late arrivals may miss tour components or may not be accommodated due to limited tour availability.
• Tour times, prices, and components are subject to change and availability.
• Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice are nonrefundable.
• Guests should meet their VIP guide in front of Baggage check 15-minutes prior to their tour time.
This package DOES NOT include Admission to the park or parking.
Tour details:
• Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
• Guests under the age of 3 are free, are not included in minimum party size, and requires a tour reservation.
• Late arrivals may miss tour components or may not be accommodated due to limited tour availability.
• Tour times, prices, and components are subject to change and availability.
• Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice are nonrefundable.
• Guests should meet their VIP guide in front of Baggage check 15-minutes prior to their tour time.
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Guest (up to 12)
$ 499.00 /ea.
Make the most of your SeaWorld day with the Ultimate VIP Tour. Your personal VIP tour guide will be with you throughout your adventure just for your group. Unforgettable animal encounters, spectacular shows, and thrilling rides are all in one conveniently planned experience for your family to enjoy.
Ultimate VIP Tour includes:
• A privately guided 6-hour walking tour.
• (1) Public Animal Encounter and (1) Private Animal encounter.
• A poolside interaction with our bottlenose dolphins.
• A behind-the-scenes look at how we care for animals, including a visit to our Animal Care Center.
• Animal experts sharing their knowledge and experiences of caring for these unique animals.
• Learning how you can help save these animals from the challenges they face in the wild.
• Premiere seating at SeaWorld shows.
• Front-of-the-line privileges for SeaWorld rides.
• Meal in park
Minimum # of guest 2 - Maximum # of guests 12
This package DOES NOT include Admission to the park or parking.
Tour details:
• Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
• Guests under the age of 3 are free, are not included in minimum party size, and requires a tour reservation.
• Late arrivals may miss tour components or may not be accommodated due to limited tour availability.
• Tour times, prices, and components are subject to change and availability.
• Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice are nonrefundable.
• Guests should meet their VIP guide in front of Baggage check 15-minutes prior to their tour time.
This package DOES NOT include Admission to the park or parking.
Tour details:
• Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
• Guests under the age of 3 are free, are not included in minimum party size, and requires a tour reservation.
• Late arrivals may miss tour components or may not be accommodated due to limited tour availability.
• Tour times, prices, and components are subject to change and availability.
• Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice are nonrefundable.
• Guests should meet their VIP guide in front of Baggage check 15-minutes prior to their tour time.
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Sloth Up-Close Encounter
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Prices starting at
$ 89.00 /ea.
Meet with an animal care specialist as you learn all about sloths, including their slow-moving lifestyle and why they spend most of their life upside down in trees.
For the safety of our guests, Ambassadors, and our animals, SeaWorld San Diego has taken extra steps to provide the safest possible experience:
- Please check in for your Sloth Encounter at the Sloth Interaction Check-In near Dolphin Amphitheater at least 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time.
- Participants under 18 will need a parent or guardian present. Participants must be 6 years old and accompanied by paid adult participant.
- Taking photos of the animals and your experience is encouraged, however SeaWorld ambassadors will not be allowed to handle your camera or other personal equipment during your encounter.
- No loose jewelry, sunglasses or smoking is permitted during the interaction.
- All participants will be given the opportunity to wash and/or sanitize their hands before and after their encounter.
- Party sizes and inventory is limited to ensure physical distancing. There are limited spots available and we cannot guarantee there will be room to add extra participants.
- Program times, prices, components and animal participation are subject to change without notice.
- The program fee is non-refundable, however the program will be rescheduled when possible. Please keep in mind if you arrive late you may not be able to join the program.
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Encounter
$ 89.00 /ea.
Meet with an animal care specialist as you learn all about sloths, including their slow-moving lifestyle and why they spend most of their life upside down in trees.
For the safety of our guests, Ambassadors, and our animals, SeaWorld San Diego has taken extra steps to provide the safest possible experience:
- Please check in for your Sloth Encounter at the Sloth Interaction Check-In near Dolphin Amphitheater at least 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time.
- Participants under 18 will need a parent or guardian present. Participants must be 6 years old and accompanied by paid adult participant.
- Taking photos of the animals and your experience is encouraged, however SeaWorld ambassadors will not be allowed to handle your camera or other personal equipment during your encounter.
- No loose jewelry, sunglasses or smoking is permitted during the interaction.
- All participants will be given the opportunity to wash and/or sanitize their hands before and after their encounter.
- Party sizes and inventory is limited to ensure physical distancing. There are limited spots available and we cannot guarantee there will be room to add extra participants.
- Program times, prices, components and animal participation are subject to change without notice.
- The program fee is non-refundable, however the program will be rescheduled when possible. Please keep in mind if you arrive late you may not be able to join the program.
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Sea Otter Up-Close Encounter
Prices starting at
$ 69.00 /ea.
Visit with curious and playful sea otters and their keepers as they prepare for their day.
- A behind the scenes visit inside our Sea Otter exhibit.
- Watch as our sea otters enjoy their lunch and help feed them their favorite snacks.
- Animal experts will share their knowledge and experience of caring for these animals.
- Meet 15 minutes prior to the Otter Encounter by “Otter Outlook”, meet by the sea otter nursery sign in the back of the exhibit.
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For the health and safety of our otters, all guests must wear a mask during this program. No exceptions will be accommodated.
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Guest (Ages 3+)
$ 69.00 /ea.
Visit with curious and playful sea otters and their keepers as they prepare for their day.
- A behind the scenes visit inside our Sea Otter exhibit.
- Watch as our sea otters enjoy their lunch and help feed them their favorite snacks.
- Animal experts will share their knowledge and experience of caring for these animals.
- Meet 15 minutes prior to the Otter Encounter by “Otter Outlook”, meet by the sea otter nursery sign in the back of the exhibit.
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For the health and safety of our otters, all guests must wear a mask during this program. No exceptions will be accommodated.
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Walrus Up-Close Encounter
Prices Starting at
$ 79.00 /ea.
During this one-of-a-kind experience, an animal care specialist will teach you about each walrus, their unique personalities, and how they are cared for each day.
- Opportunity to have your picture taken while interacting with a walrus
- Learn more about our walruses and their unique personalities
- Learn how our animal team takes care of these amazing mammals
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 encounter with a maximum of 8 guests (group size based on limited space in back exhibit area). Program times, prices, components and animal participation are subject to change. Cancellations with less than 48 hours’ notice are nonrefundable.
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Guest
$ 79.00 /ea.
During this one-of-a-kind experience, an animal care specialist will teach you about each walrus, their unique personalities, and how they are cared for each day.
- Opportunity to have your picture taken while interacting with a walrus
- Learn more about our walruses and their unique personalities
- Learn how our animal team takes care of these amazing mammals
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 encounter with a maximum of 8 guests (group size based on limited space in back exhibit area). Program times, prices, components and animal participation are subject to change. Cancellations with less than 48 hours’ notice are nonrefundable.
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Sea Lion Up-Close Encounter
Prices starting at
$ 49.00 /ea.
Get up-close with one of our pinnipeds and learn from one of our knowledgeable animal care specialists about what it takes to care for and train these fascinating animals.
- Participant must be at least 4 years of age to participate. Children under the age 16 must be accompanied by a paid adult participant
- Encounter begins at Sea Lion Amphitheatre near the Garden of Discovery
- Meet a sea lion up-close
- Animal experts will share their knowledge and experience of caring for these animals
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Guest (Ages 4+)
$ 49.00 /ea.
Get up-close with one of our pinnipeds and learn from one of our knowledgeable animal care specialists about what it takes to care for and train these fascinating animals.
- Participant must be at least 4 years of age to participate. Children under the age 16 must be accompanied by a paid adult participant
- Encounter begins at Sea Lion Amphitheatre near the Garden of Discovery
- Meet a sea lion up-close
- Animal experts will share their knowledge and experience of caring for these animals
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Killer Whale Up-Close Encounter
Prices starting at
$ 59.00 /ea.
Discover why these majestic mammals have touched our hearts and inspired millions of people to conserve our ocean habitats. Killer Whale Up-Close Encounter includes: A guided 15 minute walking tour, a session with our animal behaviorists, ending with a photo opportunity you’ll never forget and animal experts sharing their knowledge and experiences of caring for these unique animals.
Guests must be over the age of 6 years old to participate. Guests under the age of 6 will not be permitted. Guests under the age of 18 will need to be accompanied by an adult.
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Guest (Ages 6+)
$ 59.00 /ea.
Discover why these majestic mammals have touched our hearts and inspired millions of people to conserve our ocean habitats. Killer Whale Up-Close Encounter includes: A guided 15 minute walking tour, a session with our animal behaviorists, ending with a photo opportunity you’ll never forget and animal experts sharing their knowledge and experiences of caring for these unique animals.
Guests must be over the age of 6 years old to participate. Guests under the age of 6 will not be permitted. Guests under the age of 18 will need to be accompanied by an adult.
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Turtle Up-Close Tour
$ 50.00 /ea.
On this 30-minute tour, go behind-the-scenes at our Turtle Reef Aquarium and feed sea turtles while also interacting with Archer Fish and Cleaner Shrimp. Discover how our aquarists care for these diverse species including diets, exhibit design, and husbandry care.
- A privately guided 30 minute walking tour.
- Guests will be guided behind the scenes to Turtle Reef and Aquarium Lab.
- Guests will meet their tour guide at the SeaWorld Skytower Guided Tour Booth.
Admission to SeaWorld is not included and is required.
Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Late arrivals may miss tour components or may not be accommodated due to limited tour availability.
Dates, program, prices and event offerings are subject to change without notice. All events are subject to change and/or cancellation due to animal availability.
Cancellations made with less than 24-hour notice are non-refundable.
Pass Member discount is available when booking through the Pass Member website.
Participants must check in at the Skytower Guided Tour Booth 15 minutes prior to the tour time.
Small groups will be combined to form a program group of about 12 guests
ADA Accessibility:
A portion of this tour requires guests to walk upstairs and wheelchairs are not permitted. If a guest is unable to, this portion of the tour will be modified for their enjoyment and convenience and will be accommodated at the end of the tour. Please make a note of this in the order/reservation so our team can accommodate the guest.
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Guest (2 minimum)
$ 50.00 /ea.
On this 30-minute tour, go behind-the-scenes at our Turtle Reef Aquarium and feed sea turtles while also interacting with Archer Fish and Cleaner Shrimp. Discover how our aquarists care for these diverse species including diets, exhibit design, and husbandry care.
- A privately guided 30 minute walking tour.
- Guests will be guided behind the scenes to Turtle Reef and Aquarium Lab.
- Guests will meet their tour guide at the SeaWorld Skytower Guided Tour Booth.
Admission to SeaWorld is not included and is required.
Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Late arrivals may miss tour components or may not be accommodated due to limited tour availability.
Dates, program, prices and event offerings are subject to change without notice. All events are subject to change and/or cancellation due to animal availability.
Cancellations made with less than 24-hour notice are non-refundable.
Pass Member discount is available when booking through the Pass Member website.
Participants must check in at the Skytower Guided Tour Booth 15 minutes prior to the tour time.
Small groups will be combined to form a program group of about 12 guests
ADA Accessibility:
A portion of this tour requires guests to walk upstairs and wheelchairs are not permitted. If a guest is unable to, this portion of the tour will be modified for their enjoyment and convenience and will be accommodated at the end of the tour. Please make a note of this in the order/reservation so our team can accommodate the guest.
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ALL-NEW!
ALL-NEW!
ALL-NEW! Ultimate On-Ice Penguin Experience
ALL-NEW!
$ 199.00 /ea.
Experience the magic of stepping onto the ice with six different species of penguins, including the only emperor penguins in the Western Hemisphere. Get up close and personal with these charming creatures.
Walk onto the snow alongside our colony of penguins and learn all about these magnificent birds as an aviculturist shares what it takes to care for these highly specialized animals.
From May-July, guests participating in the Penguin On-Ice tour will experience Antarctic Winter. In order to simulate Antarctic seasons, light levels at Penguin Encounter will be very low. For the health and safety of the penguins, NO FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY or supplemental lighting of any kind, including cell phone flash, will be allowed at any point during the experience.
6 guests per tour. Guests must be at least 50" in height. Guests under 16 years old need to be accompanied by a paying adult participant. Guests will be exposed to low temperatures (as low as 20 degrees). Jacket and boots will be provided for this experience. All guests must be fully mobile and use of wheelchairs, electric scooters, walkers, canes, crutches, etc. is not allowed. Possibility to touch a penguin, but it is not guaranteed.
Reservation only valid on the day and time of your reservation. Park admission is not included with your program reservation but is required. Due to the special nature of this program, space is limited and early reservations are recommended. Any “animal experience reservations” can be changed or cancelled once for free as long as the change is 48 hours in advance of the reservation date, but there are charges for changes made within 48 hours or for more than one change. “Animal experience reservations” are nonrefundable with less than 48 hours' advance notice of cancellation. Program times, prices, components and animal participation are subject to change without notice.
ADA Accessibility:
All guests must be fully mobile and use of wheelchairs, electric scooters, walkers, canes, and other mobility aids is not allowed. Guests will be exposed to low temperatures (as low as 20 degrees Fahrenheit).
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ALL-NEW!
Guest
$ 199.00 /ea.
Experience the magic of stepping onto the ice with six different species of penguins, including the only emperor penguins in the Western Hemisphere. Get up close and personal with these charming creatures.
Walk onto the snow alongside our colony of penguins and learn all about these magnificent birds as an aviculturist shares what it takes to care for these highly specialized animals.
From May-July, guests participating in the Penguin On-Ice tour will experience Antarctic Winter. In order to simulate Antarctic seasons, light levels at Penguin Encounter will be very low. For the health and safety of the penguins, NO FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY or supplemental lighting of any kind, including cell phone flash, will be allowed at any point during the experience.
6 guests per tour. Guests must be at least 50" in height. Guests under 16 years old need to be accompanied by a paying adult participant. Guests will be exposed to low temperatures (as low as 20 degrees). Jacket and boots will be provided for this experience. All guests must be fully mobile and use of wheelchairs, electric scooters, walkers, canes, crutches, etc. is not allowed. Possibility to touch a penguin, but it is not guaranteed.
Reservation only valid on the day and time of your reservation. Park admission is not included with your program reservation but is required. Due to the special nature of this program, space is limited and early reservations are recommended. Any “animal experience reservations” can be changed or cancelled once for free as long as the change is 48 hours in advance of the reservation date, but there are charges for changes made within 48 hours or for more than one change. “Animal experience reservations” are nonrefundable with less than 48 hours' advance notice of cancellation. Program times, prices, components and animal participation are subject to change without notice.
ADA Accessibility:
All guests must be fully mobile and use of wheelchairs, electric scooters, walkers, canes, and other mobility aids is not allowed. Guests will be exposed to low temperatures (as low as 20 degrees Fahrenheit).
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New Tour!
New Tour!
Trainer for a Day
New Tour!
$ 499.00 /ea.
Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a Zoological specialist at SeaWorld? Dive into this unique, once in a lifetime adventure during SeaWorld San Diego's Trainer for a Day program.
You will follow various zoological specialists for a 7 hour experience. Throughout your journey you will go backstage at our Orca Encounter and help with diet prep, clean buckets and come face to face with these amazing animals. Enter behind the scenes of our Penguin Encounter and feel the chilly 24 degree (F) inside of our exhibit that is home to 6 species of penguins! Meet with an Aquarist and learn how to care for our sharks, rays and turtles. Next, take a break at Dine with Orcas for lunch! You will go behind the scenes at Sea Lion for an intimate feeding and behavior interaction. Get an opportunity to walk into the beluga exhibit and learn about these fascinating Arctic animals. Help create enrichment for our animals and learn about our rescued population of sea otters. Watch presentations with a zoological specialist and learn about what it takes to train and work closely with the animals.
Guests must be at least 13 years old to participate.
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Guest (Ages 13+)
$ 499.00 /ea.
Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a Zoological specialist at SeaWorld? Dive into this unique, once in a lifetime adventure during SeaWorld San Diego's Trainer for a Day program.
You will follow various zoological specialists for a 7 hour experience. Throughout your journey you will go backstage at our Orca Encounter and help with diet prep, clean buckets and come face to face with these amazing animals. Enter behind the scenes of our Penguin Encounter and feel the chilly 24 degree (F) inside of our exhibit that is home to 6 species of penguins! Meet with an Aquarist and learn how to care for our sharks, rays and turtles. Next, take a break at Dine with Orcas for lunch! You will go behind the scenes at Sea Lion for an intimate feeding and behavior interaction. Get an opportunity to walk into the beluga exhibit and learn about these fascinating Arctic animals. Help create enrichment for our animals and learn about our rescued population of sea otters. Watch presentations with a zoological specialist and learn about what it takes to train and work closely with the animals.
Guests must be at least 13 years old to participate.
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