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In the heart of Central Florida is a sanctuary that is an animal lover's dream. Discovery Cove is an experience like no other, combining a tropical paradise with close interaction with its residents. Experience the wonders of Discover Cove with discounted admission through Orlando Informer!
Embarking on a journey to interact with the fascinating world of water and its feathered friends is an adventure, and Discovery Cove has some of the best animal encounters that exist in Central Florida. There's something for every type of explorer, and we're here to break down the perfect day out for animal lovers.
Get your entrance tickets ready before you start your trip. Tickets can be purchased at a discounted price through Orlando Informer here.
playing with dolphins
The best experience Discovery Cove has to offer is its famous one-on-one dolphin encounters. Visitors have the unique opportunity to take a dip in the water and interact directly with these majestic marine mammals under the guidance of expert animal care specialists. Through this interactive experience, experts will share insights into the habits and behavior of dolphins, enriching the encounter with educational value.
Each person will then have the opportunity to personally interact with these marine mammals. If you're lucky, you might even get a kiss from a dolphin!
This encounter is an add-on to tickets available at a discounted price here on our website.
Making a Feathered Friend
After your amazing dolphin encounter, head to Serenity Bay and dive into the Wind-Away River. You'll break free from the leisurely flow and go straight into a breathtaking aviary where you can interact with countless species of tropical birds. Watch them soar from afar or pick up a cup of fruit to feed these wonderful, colorful birds. No matter which direction you “fly”, you’ll be “tweeting” with joy your visit to the cage!
Get up close with otters and primates
After your encounter with beautiful tropical birds, head back to the Wind-Away River and into the Freshwater Oasis. Here you can swim right next to curious and fun otters at play. Feel immersed in the habitat as you look above and below the water through glass. Look up to catch a glimpse of marmosets frolicking in the trees above the otters.
Snorkel among stingrays and tropical fish
One of Discovery Cove's most immersive adventures is swimming in The Grand Reef. Grab your snorkeling gear, which is included in your admission fee, and dive into the coral oasis. Explore with thousands of tropical fish and a variety of stingrays such as Cownose and Southern Rays. As you go deeper into the reef, you can see reef sharks swimming safely behind glass, allowing you to observe these amazing predators.
Want to get closer to the animals of Grand Reef? Check out the SeaVenture and Ray Feeding upgrades that will allow you to further engage with this amazing habitat.
swimming with sharks
Speaking of swimming with sharp-toothed creatures, Discovery Cove gives you the opportunity to do just that! Take your bravest fellow adventurers with you to meet different types of sharks. You can see species such as Nurse, Blacktip Reef, Bonnethead and Zebra Sharks. This encounter is considered an upgrade on top of admission and prices start at approximately $169 per person.
Capacity for this experience is extremely limited, so check in advance to see if an upgrade is available on the day of your visit.
Meet unique birds and mammals
Want to take a closer look at this interesting animal? Animal Trek Upgrades Can Fix It All! This experience takes guests on a 30-minute tour where they can meet various types of birds, including macaws and owls. You'll also meet some very special Discovery Cove animal ambassadors, including sloths, armadillos, kinkajoos and anteaters. Seating is limited and prices start at $89 per person.
VIP Animal Experience
Are you ready for the ultimate animal lover experience? That's it: Daily Trainer Upgrades! You and your group will have a second enhanced interaction with dolphins, encounter tropical birds and unique mammals, feed fish at Grand Reef, mingle with otters at Freshwater Oasis, and many other behind-the-scenes experiences. It's possible. Experience during this amazing VIP tour. This package is perfect for the biggest animal lover in your life and prices start at $199 per person.
Discovery Cove is an absolute paradise for all animal lovers. At this day resort, everyone who enters will be fascinated by the variety of mammals, birds and sea creatures. Be sure to check it out on your next Orlando vacation!
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