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Discovery Cove® Tickets

Enjoy an all-inclusive day at Discovery Cove, 14 days unlimited admission to SeaWorld, Aquatica & Busch Gardens PLUS free parking!

INCLUDED!

The best place to swim with dolphins in Florida

All-inclusive food, drinks & parking

Admission to SeaWorld, Busch Gardens & Aquatica

The best place to swim with dolphins in Florida

All-inclusive food, drinks & parking

INCLUDED!

Admission to SeaWorld, Busch Gardens & Aquatica

Important!
Discovery Cove has limited space each day and tickets can sell out in advance very quickly. If you are having trouble finding tickets for your preferred dates, please call 0330 100 3130 as we may be able to request extra availability.

1. Discovery Cove Package Options

Discovery Cove Ultimate Package Dolphin Swim

Included!
30 min reserved dolphin swim
All inclusive food & drink
14-day access to SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, & Aquatica
Free parking at Discovery Cove + all SeaWorld Parks

Prices from

Adult

£223
Child (6-12yrs)
£223

What’s Included:

✅ 1 day’s all-inclusive entry to Discovery Cove

✅ Includes swim with a dolphin – the most amazing experience of all

✅ Freshly-prepared meals, snacks and drinks all day (on your day at Discovery Cove ONLY)

✅ Complimentary parking, towel, snorkel equipment, wet suits and locker use

✅ 14 days’ unlimited admission to SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Aquatica.

✅ Free parking at all 3 parks – SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Aquatica.

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.

• Access to SeaWorld, Aquatica and Busch Gardens can only be used within a 14-day period of the Discovery Cove ticket date.

• Admission will not be granted to the other included parks if used before the 14-day period, please bear this in mind when selecting your Discovery Cove date.

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:

• Guests must be at least 6 years of age and at least 42 inches tall to swim with the dolphins at Discovery Cove.

• Guests aged 6-12 must be accompanied by a paying adult who is also participating in the dolphin swim experience.

• Discovery Cove guests aged 3-5 must purchase the non-dolphin swim package.

• You don’t need to let the Park know in advance if infants (ages 0–2) are coming with your group – they can be checked in easily when you arrive. Please note that children ages 3 and up will need a paid reservation to enter the park.

• Discovery Cove is a one-day experience.

• If the Discovery Cove Package is selected you will also receive 14 days unlimited access to SeaWorld and Aquatica.

• If the Discovery Cove Ultimate Package is selected you will receive 14 days unlimited access to SeaWorld, Aquatica and Busch Gardens.

• The Discovery Cove Only Ticket does not include admission to any other parks.

• All guests must wear provided complimentary life jackets while enjoying The Grand Reef at Discovery Cove.

• Free return bus transportation to Busch Gardens is included on the Busch Gardens Shuttle Express service with the Discovery Cove Ultimate Package.

• Reservations are required and can be made by calling 800-221-1339 or visiting https://buschgardens.mears.com Service schedule and stops are subject to change. Unlimited free parking at SeaWorld, Aquatica and Busch Gardens is only available when purchasing the Discovery Cove Ultimate Package. Unlimited free parking is only valid for the duration of your ticket. This offer can be withdrawn or changed at any time. © 2026 SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Discovery Cove Ultimate Package Non-Swim

Included!
All inclusive food & drink + FREE parking
Admission to SeaWorld, Busch Gardens & Aquatica
Free parking at Discovery Cove + all SeaWorld Parks

Prices from

Adult

£173
Child (3-9 yrs)
£173

What’s Included:

✅ 1 day’s all-inclusive entry to Discovery Cove

✅ Freshly-prepared meals, snacks and drinks all day (on your day at Discovery Cove ONLY)

✅ Complimentary parking, towel, snorkel equipment, wet suits and locker use

✅ 14 days’ unlimited admission to SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Aquatica.

✅ Free parking at all 3 parks – SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Aquatica.

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.

• Access to SeaWorld, Aquatica and Busch Gardens can only be used within a 14-day period of the Discovery Cove ticket date.

• Admission will not be granted to the other included parks if used before the 14-day period, please bear this in mind when selecting your Discovery Cove date.

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:

• Guests must be at least 6 years of age and at least 42 inches tall to swim with the dolphins at Discovery Cove.

• Guests aged 6-12 must be accompanied by a paying adult who is also participating in the dolphin swim experience.

• Discovery Cove guests aged 3-5 must purchase the non-dolphin swim package.

• You don’t need to let the Park know in advance if infants (ages 0–2) are coming with your group – they can be checked in easily when you arrive. Please note that children ages 3 and up will need a paid reservation to enter the park.

• Discovery Cove is a one-day experience.

• If the Discovery Cove Package is selected you will also receive 14 days unlimited access to SeaWorld and Aquatica.

• If the Discovery Cove Ultimate Package is selected you will receive 14 days unlimited access to SeaWorld, Aquatica and Busch Gardens.

• The Discovery Cove Only Ticket does not include admission to any other parks.

• All guests must wear provided complimentary life jackets while enjoying The Grand Reef at Discovery Cove.

• Free return bus transportation to Busch Gardens is included on the Busch Gardens Shuttle Express service with the Discovery Cove Ultimate Package.

• Reservations are required and can be made by calling 800-221-1339 or visiting https://buschgardens.mears.com Service schedule and stops are subject to change. Unlimited free parking at SeaWorld, Aquatica and Busch Gardens is only available when purchasing the Discovery Cove Ultimate Package. Unlimited free parking is only valid for the duration of your ticket. This offer can be withdrawn or changed at any time. © 2026 SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Discovery Cove Standard Package Dolphin Swim

Included!
The best place to swim with dolphins in Florida
All inclusive food & drink
Admission to SeaWorld & Aquatica
Free self-parking

Prices from

Adult

£215
Child (6- 12yrs)
£215

What’s Included:

✅ 1 day’s all-inclusive entry to Discovery Cove

✅ Includes swim with a dolphin – the most amazing experience of all

✅ Freshly-prepared meals, snacks and drinks all day (on your day at Discovery Cove ONLY)

✅ Complimentary parking, towel, snorkel equipment, wet suits and locker use

✅ 14 days’ unlimited admission to SeaWorld Orlando and Aquatica.

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.

• Access to SeaWorld & Aquatica  can only be used within a 14-day period of the Discovery Cove ticket date.

• Admission will not be granted to the other included parks if used before the 14-day period, please bear this in mind when selecting your Discovery Cove date.

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:

• Guests must be at least 6 years of age and at least 42 inches tall to swim with the dolphins at Discovery Cove.

• Guests aged 6-12 must be accompanied by a paying adult who is also participating in the dolphin swim experience.

• Discovery Cove guests aged 3-5 must purchase the non-dolphin swim package.

• You don’t need to let the Park know in advance if infants (ages 0–2) are coming with your group – they can be checked in easily when you arrive. Please note that children ages 3 and up will need a paid reservation to enter the park.

• Discovery Cove is a one-day experience.

• If the Discovery Cove Package is selected you will also receive 14 days unlimited access to SeaWorld and Aquatica.

• If the Discovery Cove Ultimate Package is selected you will receive 14 days unlimited access to SeaWorld, Aquatica and Busch Gardens.

• The Discovery Cove Only Ticket does not include admission to any other parks.

• All guests must wear provided complimentary life jackets while enjoying The Grand Reef at Discovery Cove.

• Free return bus transportation to Busch Gardens is included on the Busch Gardens Shuttle Express service with the Discovery Cove Ultimate Package.

• Reservations are required and can be made by calling 800-221-1339 or visiting https://buschgardens.mears.com Service schedule and stops are subject to change. Unlimited free parking at SeaWorld, Aquatica and Busch Gardens is only available when purchasing the Discovery Cove Ultimate Package. Unlimited free parking is only valid for the duration of your ticket. This offer can be withdrawn or changed at any time. © 2026 SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Discovery Cove Standard Package Non Swim

Included!
All inclusive food & drink
Admission to SeaWorld & Aquatica
Free self-parking

Prices from

Adult

£161
Child (3 – 9yrs)
£161

What’s Included:

✅ 1 day’s all-inclusive entry to Discovery Cove

✅ Freshly-prepared meals, snacks and drinks all day (on your day at Discovery Cove ONLY)

✅ Complimentary parking, towel, snorkel equipment, wet suits and locker use

✅ 14 days’ unlimited admission to SeaWorld Orlando and Aquatica.

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.

• Access to SeaWorld & Aquatica can only be used within a 14-day period of the Discovery Cove ticket date.

• Admission will not be granted to the other included parks if used before the 14-day period, please bear this in mind when selecting your Discovery Cove date.

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:

• Guests must be at least 6 years of age and at least 42 inches tall to swim with the dolphins at Discovery Cove.

• Guests aged 6-12 must be accompanied by a paying adult who is also participating in the dolphin swim experience.

• Discovery Cove guests aged 3-5 must purchase the non-dolphin swim package.

• You don’t need to let the Park know in advance if infants (ages 0–2) are coming with your group – they can be checked in easily when you arrive. Please note that children ages 3 and up will need a paid reservation to enter the park.

• Discovery Cove is a one-day experience.

• If the Discovery Cove Package is selected you will also receive 14 days unlimited access to SeaWorld and Aquatica.

• If the Discovery Cove Ultimate Package is selected you will receive 14 days unlimited access to SeaWorld, Aquatica and Busch Gardens.

• The Discovery Cove Only Ticket does not include admission to any other parks.

• All guests must wear provided complimentary life jackets while enjoying The Grand Reef at Discovery Cove.

• Free return bus transportation to Busch Gardens is included on the Busch Gardens Shuttle Express service with the Discovery Cove Ultimate Package.

• Reservations are required and can be made by calling 800-221-1339 or visiting https://buschgardens.mears.comService schedule and stops are subject to change. Unlimited free parking at SeaWorld, Aquatica and Busch Gardens is only available when purchasing the Discovery Cove Ultimate Package. Unlimited free parking is only valid for the duration of your ticket. This offer can be withdrawn or changed at any time. © 2026 SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

SeaVenture at Discovery Cove

Add-on Only
Park Admission Ticket Required
Underwater walking tour
45-minute experience
Limited Availability
No diving experience required

Prices from

Adult

£50
Child (0- 9 yrs)
£50

Don a dive-suit to explore The Grand Reef on this immersive underwater walking tour. Stand awestruck among schools of tropical fish and elegant rays with a vast open reef as your backdrop. Reach out and touch the gentle sea life that surrounds you. Come eye-to-eye with zebra sharks and rays (don’t worry, they’re safely behind a glass divide).

What’s Included: 

  • Dive into The Grand Reef: Don a dive-suit and immerse yourself in the mesmerising world of The Grand Reef.
  • Encounter Tropical Marine Life: Stand awestruck among vibrant schools of tropical fish and graceful rays as they glide through the crystal-clear waters.
  • Interactive Experience: Reach out and touch the gentle sea life that surrounds you, creating unforgettable moments of connection.
  • Face-to-Face with Zebra Sharks and Rays: Come eye-to-eye with magnificent zebra sharks and rays, safely separated by a glass divide.

Get up close and personal with gentle sea creatures as you stand surrounded by vibrant schools of fish and elegant rays. It’s an immersive adventure that will leave you in awe of the wonders beneath the sea!

Important Information: 

  • Admission to Discovery Cove is required but not included.
  • Participants must be at least 10 years old to participate.
  • Children under 14 must be accompanied by participating adult.
  • SCUBA certification is not required.
  • Guests must be in good physical condition.
  • Photo ID required.

For every purchase of SeaWorld Parks Extras, SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment will donate $2 to specifically help UK wildlife charities, researchers and biologists make even more of a difference. 

Important: Discovery Cove admission is NOT included with this ticket. A separate Discovery Cove Admission Ticket is also required to participate in this experience.

2. Discovery Cove: Day Only Options

Discovery Cove Day Only Swim Ticket

30 min reserved dolphin swim
All inclusive food & drink
Full day experience at Discovery Cove
Free self-parking

Prices from

Adult

£190
Child (6 – 12yrs)
£190

What’s Included:

✅ Single day admission to Discovery Cove

✅ Includes swim with a dolphin – the most amazing experience of all!

✅ Freshly-prepared meals, snacks and drinks all day

✅ Complimentary towel, snorkel equipment, wet suits and locker use

✅ Access to the Explorer’s Aviary, The Grand Reef®, Freshwater Oasis®, Serenity Bay, and Wind-away River.

Explore a lush landscape of rocky lagoons, waterfalls and pristine sandy beaches at Discovery Cove®. You’ll feel as if you’ve stumbled upon an undiscovered tropical island. Snorkel through The Grand Reef®, a vast underwater world teeming with thousands of colourful fish and graceful rays. Wade and float in the sparkling clear springs of Freshwater Oasis®, and gaze at the otters at play. Let colourful birds land on your shoulders and eat out of your hands in the Explorer’s Aviary®. For a dream come true, step into Dolphin Lagoon™ to be greeted by a beautiful bottlenose dolphin. The breath-taking experience lasts 30 minutes, but the memories last a lifetime. You can move at your own pace through this sun-soaked oasis, doing as much as you want, or as little as you’d like. And that’s not all. Your day at Discovery Cove also includes freshly prepared food, plus unlimited snacks and beverages throughout the day.

 

Terms & Conditions

• Includes the following; single day Admission to Discovery Cove only, a thirty (30) minute dolphin interaction session, use of lockers, wetsuit, towels and mask, free parking at Discovery Cove, shower amenities, souvenir snorkeling mask, breakfast, lunch, drinks and snacks, access to the Explorer’s Aviary, The Grand Reef®, Freshwater Oasis®, Serenity Bay, and Wind-away River. 

• The Discovery Cove Only Day Experience is valid for the Dolphin Swim and Non Dolphin Swim.

• This ticket does not include access to SeaWorld, Aquatica or Busch Gardens.

• Guests must be at least 6 years of age and at least 42 inches tall to swim with the dolphins at Discovery Cove.

• Guests aged 6-12 must be accompanied by a paying adult who is also participating in the dolphin swim experience.

• Discovery Cove guests aged 3-5 must purchase the non-dolphin swim package.

• Children 0-2 years of age are free of charge. You don’t need to let the park know in advance if infants (ages 0–2) are coming with your group – they can be checked in easily when you arrive.

• Discovery Cove is a one-day experience.

• All guests must wear provided complimentary life jackets while enjoying The Grand Reef at Discovery Cove.

© 2026 SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Discovery Cove Day Only Non Swim Ticket

All inclusive food & drink
Full day experience at Discovery Cove
Full day experience at Discovery Cove
Free self-parking

Prices from

Adult

£134
Child (3 – 9yrs)
£134

What’s Included:

✅ Single day admission to Discovery Cove

✅ Freshly-prepared meals, snacks and drinks all day

✅ Complimentary towel, snorkel equipment, wet suits and locker use

✅ Access to the Explorer’s Aviary, The Grand Reef®, Freshwater Oasis®, Serenity Bay, and Wind-away River.

Explore a lush landscape of rocky lagoons, waterfalls and pristine sandy beaches at Discovery Cove®. You’ll feel as if you’ve stumbled upon an undiscovered tropical island. Snorkel through The Grand Reef®, a vast underwater world teeming with thousands of colourful fish and graceful rays. Wade and float in the sparkling clear springs of Freshwater Oasis®, and gaze at the otters at play. Let colourful birds land on your shoulders and eat out of your hands in the Explorer’s Aviary®.

Terms & Conditions

• Discovery Cove is subject to availability. Includes everything in the Discovery Cove Day Resort Only Package – Dolphin Interaction with the exception of the dolphin interaction session.

• Discovery Cove guests aged 3-5 must purchase the Non Dolphin Swim.

• Children 0-2 years of age are free of charge. You don’t need to let the park know in advance if infants (ages 0–2) are coming with your group – they can be checked in easily when you arrive.

• The Discovery Cove Only Day Experience is valid for the Dolphin Swim and Non Dolphin Swim.

• This ticket does not include access to SeaWorld, Aquatica or Busch Gardens.

• Guests aged 6-12 must be accompanied by a paying adult who is also participating in the dolphin swim experience.

• Discovery Cove is a one-day experience.

• All guests must wear provided complimentary life jackets while enjoying The Grand Reef at Discovery Cove.

© 2026 SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

You snorkel, you snooze, you swim, you smile!

Explore a lush landscape of rocky lagoons, waterfalls and pristine sandy beaches at Discovery Cove.

Escape to Discovery Cove, a tropical paradise where every detail is designed for relaxation and once‑in‑a‑lifetime animal encounters.

Explore sparkling lagoons, white‑sand beaches, and lush landscapes that make you feel like you’ve found your own island escape.

Snorkel among thousands of colourful tropical fish and rays in The Grand Reef, float down winding rivers through Freshwater Oasis, and hand‑feed vibrant birds in the Explorer’s Aviary.

With limited daily capacity of just 1,300 guests, Discovery Cove ensures an intimate, tranquil, and uncrowded experience every time you visit.

All guests enjoy all‑inclusive dining, featuring freshly prepared breakfast, lunch, snacks, and drinks throughout the day, all included in admission.

From beach‑side bites to fresh-grilled favourites and chef‑crafted meals, you’ll dine as well as you relax.

When you check in, your dolphin swim time is assigned — giving you the chance to plan the rest of your day as you’d like.

Explorer’s Aviary Discovery Cove

Spend an all-inclusive day at Discovery Cove!

Unlimited Food and Beverages

At Discovery Cove, your day is completely all‑inclusive – including breakfast, lunch, snacks, and drinks. When they say all‑inclusive, they mean it.

Start the morning with a freshly prepared breakfast (7:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m.), featuring options like scrambled eggs, chicken and waffles, sausage links, plant‑based selections, fresh fruit, pastries, and coffee.
Enjoy a gourmet lunch buffet at Laguna Grill (11:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.) with entrées such as:

  • Coconut Crusted Salmon with Island Rice and Pineapple Rum Butter Sauce

  • Grilled Jerk Chicken with Mango Salsa

  • Mojo Pulled Pork with Sweet Plantains

  • Plant‑Based Impossible™ Burgers and Veggie Burgers

  • Fresh salads, wraps, and a tempting dessert selection

Between meals, unlimited snacks, soft drinks, coffee, and premium iced beverages are freely available throughout the park. Guests aged 21+ can enjoy complimentary beer and wine, while specialty cocktails and premium liquors are available at the Blue Bamboo Bar and Hibiscus Hideaway (open until 5:00 p.m.).

Every guest is catered for with a variety of vegetarian, vegan, and allergy‑friendly meals, and allergy recommendations are available online and in‑park.

All Discovery Cove tickets include:

All-inclusive food, drinks, and snacks the whole day

Use of lockers, wetsuit, towels, & shower amenities

Souvenir snorkel

Environmentally friendly sunscreen to help protect marine life.

A full day’s free parking with select tickets.

The Best Place to Swim with Dolphins in Florida!

Always dreamed of swimming with dolphins? Book the Discovery Cove with Dolphin Swim Tickets and get ready for an unforgettable 30-minute dolphin experience!

What if I’m not a confident swimmer?

Don’t sweat it. You can pick and choose whether you would like to stay in the shallow water for the entire experience or venture into the slightly deeper water for the dorsal fin ride.

I think I’d rather just watch…

Feel like the Dolphin Swim is not for but you still want to watch your loved ones take part? Book the Discovery Cove without Dolphin Swim ticket – find yourself a nice spot in the beach area next to the Dolphin Lagoon® and watch all the action while soaking up the sun.

Remember – if you want to swim with the dolphins, select the Discovery Cove with Dolphin Swim Tickets

The Best Place to Swim with Dolphins in Florida!

Take a walk underwater with SeaVenture*

Don a dive helmet and take a walk on the bottom of the sea at the incredible SeaVenture® – no diving experience necessary!

SeaVenture is not included with these Discovery Cove packages. You will need to book a separate SeaVenture ticket in order to participate.

Opening Times:

  • Open daily from 9am – 5.30pm
  • Check-in and breakfast begins at 7.15am, so try to arrive early to make the most of your day!

Duration:

  • Discovery Cove is a full day adventure!
  • Dolphin swims are 30 minutes long, with a 10-minute orientation session beforehand, sessions are within a small group of participants

Capacity:

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

Address:

6000 Discovery Cove Way, Orlando, FL 32821

Parking:

Parking starts from $30 unless you booked a ticket which includes FREE parking.

Directions:

From the West (Lake Buena Vista/Tampa):

  • Take I-4 East (toward Orlando) to exit 71. This is the SeaWorld exit
  • Bear right onto Central Florida Parkway when exiting ramp
  • The entrance to Discovery Cove is on the right hand side of Central Florida Parkway, past the sign for SeaWorld Orlando

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 first exit (International Drive)
    Make a left onto International Drive
  • Make a right onto Central Florida Parkway at the third traffic light
  • The entrance to 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 third traffic light
  • The entrance to Discovery Cove is on the left hand side of Central Florida Parkway

Arrival & Check‑In Times

Discovery Cove is a full‑day adventure with waterways open from 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Guests should arrive between 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. for check‑in.
For special needs or timing requests, contact (407) 513‑4600 at least 24 hours in advance.

Dolphin Swim Experience

Dolphin swim times are assigned at check‑in on a first‑come, first‑served basis. Other animal experiences such as SeaVentureFlamingo Mingle, and Animal Trek also receive assigned times at check‑in.


What to Bring

  • Photo ID for guests 18+ (e.g. passport or driver’s licence)

  • Credit card for optional purchases or in‑park charge accounts

  • Bathing suit and dry clothes (family‑appropriate swimwear required; swim diapers for little ones)

  • Completed waivers for minors not accompanied by a parent or guardian – submit online

What to Leave at Home

  • Jewellery and valuables (wedding bands acceptable)

  • Outside food or beverages (including alcohol and coolers)

  • Personal flotation devices or scuba gear

  • 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 booked 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 at Discovery Cove

  • Children must be at least 14 years of age to visit Discovery Cove without an adult
  • Children under 3 years of age enter for free. However, you must phone to let us know you’re bringing a little one once you’ve made your booking. Call us on 0330 100 3130 with your booking reference handy
  • Children over 3 require an adult ticket

Children & the Dolphin Swim

  • Children must be at least 6 years old to swim with dolphins
  • Children aged 6-12 must be accompanied by a paying adult (over the age of 18) who also is participating in the dolphin swim experience
  • 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

Disabled Access

  • Discovery Cove can accommodate guests with disabilities who are able to manoeuvre themselves with limited assistance (or with the aid of a personal assistant) during their dolphin experience and in the various wading areas.
  • Specially-designed outdoor wheelchairs are available to use on the beach. Please note that these wheelchairs are not self-manoeuvrable so guests will need assistance to use them. 
  • Discovery Cove has been designated as a Certified Autism Center by The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES)

Expectant Mothers

There are no restrictions for expectant mothers. However, if you are unsure about any aspect of the experience, we recommend that you consult a doctor prior to your visit.

  • In the unlikely event the park is closed on the date you have booked due to the weather, please try to arrange an alternative date with Discovery Cove
  • If this is not possible and your ticket has not been used, we’ll offer you a full refund when you’re back in the UK

You’ll be given a wetsuit and snorkel when you arrive. Bring your own swimsuit and a set of dry clothes for later.

All-inclusive food, drink and snacks are included in the price of your whole day’s visit.

Food and drinks you can enjoy include:

  • Continental breakfast
  • Freshly prepared lunch, with vegetarian and healthy options
  • Desserts
  • Fresh fruit
  • Water
  • Soft drinks
  • Beer & Wine (for over 21s)

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.

Guests Children must be 6 years of age and at least 42 inches tall to swim with the dolphins. Guests aged 6-12 must be accompanied by a paying adult who is also participating in the dolphin swim experience. Discovery Cove guests aged 3-5 must purchase the non-dolphin swim package. Children 0-2 years of age are free of charge. Discovery Cove is a one-day experience. If the Discovery Cove Package is selected you will also receive 14 days unlimited access to SeaWorld and Aquatica. If the Discovery Cove Ultimate Package is selected you will receive 14 days unlimited access to SeaWorld, Aquatica and Busch Gardens. Free return bus transportation to Busch Gardens is included on the Busch Gardens Shuttle Express service with the Discovery Cove Ultimate Package. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 800-221-1339 or visiting https://buschgardens.mears.com. Service schedule and stops are subject to change. Unlimited free parking at SeaWorld, Aquatica and Busch Gardens is only available when purchasing the Discovery Cove Ultimate Package. Unlimited free parking is only valid for the duration of your ticket. This offer can be withdrawn or changed at any time. © 2023 SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Discovery Cove - Your Questions Answered!

If you would like to include a 30-minute dolphin swim experience, make sure you select a Discovery Cove with Dolphin Swim Ticket.

If you choose the Discovery Cove without Dolphin Swim Ticket you will NOT be allocated a dolphin swim.

Yes – your ticket is valid for 14 consecutive days, so you can use it to visit SeaWorld and Aquatica (and Busch Gardens with the Ultimate Ticket) anytime over a 14-day period around your Discovery Cove visit date.

Discovery Cove is open daily from 9am – 5.30pm

We will send you an e-ticket which you simply present when you arrive, and will allow you to avoid the queues and enter the park straight away!

 

FloridaTix is an official authorised ticket broker for Discovery Cove tickets. This park no longer issues “real” tickets, only e-tickets.

Yes – just head to the entrance and scan yourself straight in!

Don’t worry! You’ll be given a lanyard after the first time you scan your paper ticket. Then you can put your ticket away in a locker at the park.

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.

Please do not put on sunscreen before you get to Discovery Cove!

Normal sun creams are dangerous to the wildlife that lives here, so you will be given a sample of “animal-friendly” sun lotion when you arrive, and can buy more of this at the park.

Limited capacity so booking is essential!

Discovery Cove has limited capacity to 1300 people each day, and it’s so popular that tickets can sell out months in advance! It’s absolutely essential to pre-book your tickets to ensure you can visit on your chosen date.

Pay less with UK exclusive prices!

By pre-booking your tickets you’ll make huge savings before you even travel to Florida!

Our Discovery Cove tickets are exclusive to UK customers and can’t be bought in the USA. This means we can give you unbeatable value compared with the price of ‘on the day’ gate tickets.

This service will be complimentary to all guests with a multi-park, Busch Gardens inclusive ticket in hand.

The Busch Gardens Shuttle Express service to Busch Gardens in Tampa resumes from January 2023 and provides a return service from the Orlando area to the park in Tampa.

Drop Off & Pick Up Locations

Drop off and pick up locations are the following:

  • 1. SeaWorld (near the bus & taxi drop-off)
  • 2. ICON Park, 8350 Universal Blvd (8445 International Drive, (in the heart of the Entertainment district of I-Drive)
  • 3. Publix, 8145 Vineland Avenue, Lake Buena Vista (near Premium Outlets – Lake Buena Vista area)
  • 4. Old Town Entertainment District, 5770 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy (serving 192 East in Kissimmee)
  • 5. Doubletree Orlando by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando, 5780 Major Blvd, Orlando, FL (serving North International Drive area and Universal Orlando guests)
  • 6. Margaritaville Resort – 8000 Fins Up Circle, Kissimmee

IMPORTANT

The service schedule will vary through the year and be subject to change. For guidance purposes only, the Orlando area pick up will be between 0830 and 0930 – depending on location. The return journey from Busch Gardens will depend on park closing time and vary throughout the year.

Guests are recommended to make a reservation for the Shuttle Express to secure their seats. This can be completed by calling 800-221-1339 or visiting https://buschgardens.mears.com. Schedules can be confirmed at this stage.

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£134

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Normal opening times:

Mon – Fri: 10am – 4pm
Sat, Sun: Closed