Opened in 1973, SeaWorld Orlando is home to thrilling rides as well as beautifully choreographed shows, including the highly popular Shamu Adventure show that stars Shamu, SeaWorld's mascot killer whale, and his many friends. Some attractions even allow you to touch or feed the marine life - what an experience! SeaWorld Animal Attractions
The meticulously designed habitats at SeaWorld offer a rare look at marine creatures such as dolphins, penguins, and sharks, as they would be in their natural settings.
Key West at SeaWorld
One of the park's most visited animal attractions, Key West at SeaWorld is a tropical paradise featuring animals of the Florida Keys. Spread over 5 acres the attraction's Dolphin Cove and Stingray Lagoon are home to several bottlenose dolphins and more than 200 stingrays - some spanning five feet in diameter. At Dolphin Cove, guests can feed the dolphins during designated times throughout the day. Dolphin Nursery is home to new dolphin mothers and their calves. The nursery is one of the most popular attractions at the park and gives guests the rare opportunity to catch a glimpse of new dolphin mothers and their calves.
At Turtle Point various species of endangered and threatened sea turtles can be seen, and an underwater viewing area offers a peek at a beautiful coral reef. These prehistoric-looking reptiles reside in a natural lagoon complete with a beach, sand dunes and indigenous plant life.
Pacific Point Preserve is designed as a replica of the Northern Pacific coast. This 2 acre area has many beaches and rocky outcroppings. Here you can enjoy the antics of sea lions, harbor seals, and fur seals as they play. Don't miss the highly entertaining feeding sessions. Check at the information desk for timings.
Manatee Rescue offers an up close and personal look at these doleful and appealing animals. This highly educational exhibit includes a film show. Injured manatees are often brought to the park by an animal rescue team, where these endangered animals receive care before being released back into Florida waters.
Penguin Encounter is a re-creation of the polar regions. This glacial terrain is covered with snow and the air is a chilly 30 degrees and the water an icy 45 degrees. Four species of penguins - king, gentoo, chinstrap and rockhopper - waddle along the rocky cliffs and swim gracefully in the icy waters. A 120-ft long moving walkway passes through the habitat and gives guests a close view of the birds.
Shark Encounter is a walk through underwater tunnel surrounded by hair-raising creatures such as poisonous fish, scary barracudas, creepy eels and predatory sharks. The tunnel is made of acrylic and is 60 feet long offering a close but safe look at these dangerous animals.
Rides & Shows
Spectacular stunts, hilarious animal antics and exhilarating thrills characterize SeaWorld's rides and shows.
Wild Arctic is a journey to the North Pole in a highly realistic simulated helicopter flight through blizzards and avalanches. You'll come face-to-face with real walruses, beluga whales and two famous polar bears named Klondike and Snow!
Journey to Atlantis is the ultimate adventure ride with unpredictable drops, twists and turns. This high-speed part water and part roller coaster adventure ride has a terrifying drop, almost straight down, from a height of 60 ft. Journey to Atlantis has a 42" height requirement.
Kraken, named after a giant mythical sea monster, is a floorless roller coaster and one of the fastest coasters in Orlando. Riders are taken to a height of 149 ft and then dropped while taking seven hair-raising loops that turn them upside down - all at an incredible speed of 65 mph. Adding to the thrill are the open-sided seats, offering only shoulder restraints as support and leaving nothing for riders to hold on to as they are hurled through the air. Kraken has a 54" height requirement.
See Shamu in Believe the most popular show at SeaWorld. The experience of seeing a killer whale erupt out of the water carrying one of the SeaWorld trainers on its nose is mesmerizing. The show features the killer whales performing remarkable acrobatic flips and jumps. Believe is the new Shamu show which blends new killer whale behaviors with elaborate set pieces, music, choreography and state-of-the-art multimedia.
Odyssea at SeaWorld's Nautilus Theater takes viewers deep into the ocean with the help of stunning visual effects. Following a non-traditional circus theme, the show combines high-flying acrobatic performances, delightful comedy, whimsical costumes, dramatic music and fantastic special effects within a spectacular set themed as an underwater fantasy world.
Clyde & Seamore Take Pirate Island is held at the Sea Lion and Otter Stadium. This hilarious show features two sea lions - Clyde and Seamore - otters, and a walrus, who, along with their trainer, embark on an adventure filled with lost treasure, pirate ships and comical mix-ups at sea.
Pets Ahoy! is an amusing show with an all-star cast of animals such as; cats, birds, dogs, pigs, skunks and many others performing amazing tricks and funny skits. Almost all of the animals featured have been rescued from animal shelters.
Smaller exhibits at SeaWorld include Shamu's Happy Harbor, a 3-acre play area for younger kids and Dolphin Nursey for new dolphin moms and their calves.
What's New at SeaWorld
Shamu Express- the park's first family-oriented roller coaster. Themed after SeaWorld's famous killer whale, the "Shamu Express" will gently thrill 28 children and parents in killer whale-themed cars down more than 800 feet of track at 28 mph.
Shamu Rocks - Shamy Rocks is a new nighttime show at SeaWorld. Opening Memorial Day Weekend, Shamu Rocks is a rock n' roll concert combining improvisational movements of killer whales with music remixed with some of the hottest rock stars in the industry including Jennifer Lopez, Savage Garden, Lifehouse and Shakira.
Sesame Street - April 2 through labor day Sesame Street friends "Elmo and the Bookaneers" will be hitting the stage with a musical show and there will be meet and greet opportunities. Also features a special breakfast with Elmo and friends for $16.95 plus tax for adults and $14.95 for children (ages 3 - 9).
Sharks Underwater Grill is one of Orlando's most amazing restaurants. More than 50 sharks swim just inches away as you feast on blackened sea scallops, filet mignon and pan-seared snapper. The children's menu features popcorn shrimp, pasta, and chicken. You'll enjoy courteous full table service in a casual, yet breath-taking, atmosphere.
