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Discovery Cove Ultimate Package

This ticket includes Discovery Cove, SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, and Aquatica

This ticket includes Discovery Cove, SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, and Aquatica
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What’s Included:

  • 1 day’s all-inclusive entry to Discovery Cove
  • Freshly-prepared meals, snacks and drinks all day
  • Complimentary parking, towel, snorkel equipment, wet suits and locker use
  • 14 days’ unlimited admission to SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Aquatica.
  • Don’t forget to select “SWIM” tickets for the most amazing experience of all - swimming with dolphins!.

Ticket Flexibility:

  • The date you specify when making your booking is the date you will be booked to visit Discovery Cove.
  • Your ticket will be valid at the other included parks for any 14 consecutive days, provided your Discovery Cove date is within that period.

What happens next:

  • We’ll send you an e-ticket by email
  • Simply print off the e-ticket and hand it over at the entrance to Discovery Cove.
  • Please note that you may be requested to show ID at the entrance

Important:

  • Children must be at least 6 years old to swim with dolphins.
  • Children aged 6-12 must be accompanied by a paying adult who also is participating in the dolphin swim experience.
  • No amendments can be made on Discovery Cove bookings. If a booking has been made incorrectly it will need to be cancelled, which may incur charges.

When are you going?

Open Calendar

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Swim: £309
Non Swim: £239

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Discovery Cove – Quick Facts


What: Marine Theme Park

Where: Orlando, Florida, USA.

Availability: Daily.

Don’t Miss: Swimming with Dolphins

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Discovery Cove Tickets

Spend a magical day at Discovery Cove®, where you and your family can swim with dolphins, snorkel among thousands of exotic fish, hand-feed tropical birds and explore a paradise of beautiful beaches, waterfalls, rainforest and coral reef.

Feel your troubles float away at Discovery Cove and experience a little piece of paradise in Orlando.

Snorkel and swim with tropical fish, wade with mysterious rays, feed parrots, toucans, and other exotic birds in a free-flight aviary and relax on pristine beaches and tropical river.

Get up-close to sharks and barracudas, or wade beside marmosets and otters. Our Discovery Cove tickets even give you the option to swim with dolphins*!

At Discovery Cove there are no crowds and no turnstiles. Only 1,300 guests per day means that you enjoy a more intimate, resort-like experience that’s unlike any other park in the world.

All food and drink is also included with your Discovery Cove ticket, so your only care will be what to do and see next!

Don’t miss out - Discovery Cove has limited capacity each day and tickets sell fast, so book your place now!

Make your day at Discovery Cove even more incredible with the ultimate underwater experience - SeaVenture

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Booking your Tickets:

The date you specify when making your booking is the date you will visit Discovery Cove. However, your ticket is valid for any 14 consecutive days provided your Discovery Cove date is within that period.

For example: If you book to visit Discovery Cove on the 6th, you could start using your ticket on the 1st (to visit any of the other parks included) and use it up to the 14th.

*Important: Children must be at least 6 years old to swim with dolphins. Children aged 6-12 must be accompanied by a paying adult who also is participating in the dolphin swim experience.

Suitable for:
  • Families
  • Couples
  • Groups
  • Teenagers
  • Seniors
Great for:
  • Nature Lovers

Location:

6000 Discovery Cove Way, Orlando, FL 32821

Opening Times:

Discovery Cove is open every day from 8am - 5:30pm. Check-in begins at 7:30am.

Duration:

  • Discovery Cove is a full day adventure!
  • Dolphin swims are 30 minutes long, with a 10-minute orientation session beforehand

Ticket Validity

  • The date you specify when making your booking is the date you will visit Discovery Cove.
  • However, your ticket is valid for any 14 consecutive days provided your Discovery Cove date is within that period.
  • For example: If you book to visit Discovery Cove on the 6th, you could start using your ticket on the 1st (to visit any of the other parks included) and use it up to the 14th.

Children

  • Children under 3 years of age do not need a ticket to enter Discovery Cove.
  • However, you MUST phone us to let us know you're bringing a little one once you’ve made your booking. Call us free on 0800 980 5552 with your booking reference handy.
  • Children must be at least 15 years of age to visit Discovery Cove without an adult.
  • Children participating in a dolphin swim must have a “Minor” waiver completed by their parent or legal guardian. If the parent is not present when checking in, you must be able to produce a copy of their driving license or photo ID.

Parking:

  • Parking is free at Discovery Cove
  • The Discovery Cove Ultimate Package also include free parking at SeaWorld, Aquatica and Busch Gardens.

What to wear:

  • Please bring your own swimsuits, and if you choose, water socks or rubber pool shoes, hats, sunglasses and cover-up or dry clothes.
  • Swim vests and/or wetsuits are provided.
  • Anyone participating in the Trainer for a Day program will need to wear footwear during some parts of the day.
  • No jewellery is allowed (except wedding sets and waterproof watches) for the safety of the animals.

What to bring:

  • You may bring your own masks and snorkels if you prefer, but no other diving or swimming equipment is permitted in the park.
  • Feel free to bring books, magazines, a CD or mp3 player (with headset) and a camera or video-camera

Included:

  • Your Discovery Cove tickets are all-inclusive. This includes the use of lockers, wetsuit, towels and mask during your stay, free parking, shower amenities, souvenir snorkel, complimentary entry photo, beach chairs, breakfast, lunch, all drinks and snacks.
  • A sample of specially formulated sunscreen is provided. Normal sun lotion is not permitted as it isn’t safe for use in the animal habitats.
  • You’ll also have all-day access to the Explorer's Aviary, The Grand Reef, Serenity Bay, Wind-away River and Freshwater Oasis.

Restrictions:

  • Sun cream is not allowed for the safety of the wildlife. Discovery Cove will provide a sample of specially-formulated sunscreen that is safe for use in the animal habitats.
  • Photo ID (eg., driver’s license, passport) is required for each party member 18 years and older.
  • Cameras and video-cameras may not be used in the dolphin lagoons

Age Restrictions:

  • Children must be at least 15 years of age to visit Discovery Cove without an adult.
  • Dolphin swim experience: Children must be at least 6 years old to swim with dolphins. Children aged 6-12 must be accompanied by a paying adult who also is participating in the dolphin swim experience.
  • SeaVenture: Any guest under the age of 18 must have liability waiver signed by parent or legal guardian after watching the instructional video
  • Trainer for a Day: Children must be at least 6 years old, and under-13s must be accompanied by a paid "Trainer for a Day" adult.

Expectant Mothers:

There are no restrictions for expectant mothers. However please take into account the following:

  • The day will involve swimming with water depths ranging from 3 feet to 15 feet.
  • The Dolphin swim experience involves a live animal weighing over 500lbs.
  • The Dolphin swim experience also involves up-close activities such as kissing and touching of the dolphin, as well as being towed through the water.
  • We therefore advise to consult a doctor before your visit.

Disabled Access:

  • Discovery Cove is accessible to guests with disabilities, provided they are able to manoeuvre themselves with limited assistance (or with help) during dolphin experiences and in any wading areas.
  • Discovery Cove also offers specially-designed outdoor wheelchairs for use on the beach. These can be reserved by calling 1-877-557-7404.
  • Discovery Cove has been designated as a Certified Autism Center by The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES)

Water Temperature:

  • The temperature of Discovery Cove’s pools is kept constant throughout the year.
  • The freshwater Serenity Bay and Wind-away River are maintained around 30ºC
  • The saltwater dolphin pools and The Grand Reef are around 25ºC

Food:

Breakfast, lunch and unlimited snacks, drinks and select alcoholic beverages are included with your Discovery Cove tickets. Therefore no other food or drinks are allowed to be brought in.

Food Allergies

  • Discovery Cove offers several allergen friendly, prepackaged items for any special dietary requirements.
  • On arriving at a meal facility, please ask to speak with a supervisor to discuss the severity of your allergies and ascertain a meal that will be safe for you.

Capacity

Attendance is limited to about 1300 guests per day, which ensures no overcrowding and excellent service.

IMPORTANT:

Once booked your tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Discovery Cove Experiences

Your day at Discovery Cove includes all this and more*:

Swim with Dolphins

The highlight of a visit to Discovery Cove is the opportunity to swim and play with a friendly, gentle dolphin on an amazing 30-minute interaction! Select the “SWIM” ticket option to enjoy this unforgettable experience.

All-Inclusive!

All food, snacks and drinks at Discovery Cove are included with your ticket. Plus the use of all amenities including sun loungers, lockers, showers, towels, dolphin-friendly sun cream, snorkel mask and snorkel and a swim vest or wetsuits. Parking is also included for the day.

Delicious Food

Enjoy a freshly-prepared 3 course meal for lunch, plus breakfast and snacks such as nachos, fresh fruit and smoothies throughout the day. Drinks are also available including water, sodas and a selection of alcoholic drinks for over-21s.

The Grand Reef

This beautiful coral reef is home to thousands of colourful, vibrant tropical fish. You’ll see venomous lionfish and reef-sharks (housed safely behind glass walls), watch elegant rays glide by and cross a bridge as sharks swim underneath

Explorer’s Aviary

Venture through the waterfall and into a hidden land, where exotic birds of all shapes and sizes fly freely around you, swoop down to perch on your shoulder and even feed from your hand!

Freshwater Oasis

Wade, swim or float through a sparkling-clear spring underneath a rainforest canopy - you may even bump into some curious otters or marmosets along the way!

SeaVenture**

Get ready for a walking tour with a difference – because this one’s underwater! Wearing a dive helmet, You’ll get closer than you ever imagined to the Grand Reef’s exotic and beautiful marine life. No SCUBA or diving qualifications necessary!

Book SeaVenture tickets now!

Trainer for a Day**

Make your experience even more amazing and become a dolphin trainer for the day! This exclusive package only has 8 places each day, so book now to ensure you don’t miss out!

 

*Dolphin swim is only included with Discovery Cove “SWIM” Tickets.

 

**An additional ticket is required for SeaVenture and Trainer for a Day

Discovery Cove - Ticket Options

What do the Discovery Cove Packages include?

There are 2  packages to choose from – the Discovery Cove Package and the Discovery Cove Ultimate  Package

The Discovery Cove Package includes:

  • Admission to Discovery Cove
  • Plus 14 days unlimited admission to SeaWorld and Aquatica

 

The Discovery Cove Ultimate Package includes:

  • Admission to Discovery Cove
  • Plus 14 days unlimited admission to SeaWorld, Aquatica AND Busch Gardens

 

What does SWIM and NON-SWIM mean?

The SWIM ticket option means that your ticket includes a 30 minute Dolphin Swim.

If you choose the NON-SWIM option, the dolphin swim will not be included in your day at Discovery Cove.

Please Note:

  • Your ticket will be an e-ticket which you must present upon arrival at Discovery Cove. Discovery Cove no-longer issue hard tickets.
  • No amendments can be made on Discovery Cove bookings. If a booking has been made incorrectly it will need to be cancelled, which may incur charges.

Discovery Cove – Getting There

From the North (Downtown Orlando, Universal Studios, Sanford, Deland):

  • Take I-4 West to exit 72 (Beachline Expressway/FL-528/Airport).
  • Once on the Beachline, take the 1st exit (International Drive).
  • Make a left onto International Drive.
  • Make a right onto Central Florida Parkway at the 3rd traffic light.
  • Discovery Cove is on the left hand side of Central Florida Parkway.

From the East (Cocoa, Cape Canaveral, Titusville Area):

  • Take FL-528 (Beachline Expressway) west to the International Drive exit.
  • Make a left onto International Drive.
  • Make a right onto Central Florida Parkway at the 3rd traffic light.
  • Discovery Cove is on the left hand side of Central Florida Parkway.

From the West (Lake Buena Vista/Tampa):

  • Take I-4 East (toward Orlando) to exit 71 (SeaWorld exit).
  • Bear right onto Central Florida Parkway when exiting ramp.
  • Discovery Cove is on the right hand side of Central Florida Parkway - past the sign for SeaWorld Orlando.
  • Refund Policy Outside 35 Days:
    • Tickets cancelled outside 35 days from the ticket date are eligible for an 80% refund.
    • Unless explicitly stated otherwise in the ticket information, such as being labelled as non-refundable or subject to alternative terms,.
  • Refund Policy Within 35 Days:
    • Tickets cancelled within 35 days of the ticket date are non-refundable.
  • Exceptions:
    • Any exceptions to these terms must be explicitly stated in the ticket information or communicated separately.
  • Ticket Date:
    • The ticket date refers to the date specified on the ticket.
  • Refund Procedure:
    • Refunds will be processed according to the specified refund policy and may take a certain period to reflect, depending on the payment method used.
  • Communication:
    • Any communication regarding ticket cancellations, refunds, or exceptions must be directed to the appropriate channels provided by the ticket issuer or organizer.
  • Changes to Terms:
    • These terms and conditions are subject to change at the discretion of the ticket issuer or organizer. Any updates will be communicated through the appropriate channels.

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