What's New - SeaWorld Adventure Park

SeaWorld Discovery Cove's new Grand Reef

SeaWorld is quiet when it comes to new attractions this year, but Discovery Cove has big news for 2011 with the debut of the multi-level Grand Reef. With a June opening, the first major expansion project since the park opened will cover 2.5 acres of white sand beaches, underwater grottos, and the kind of lush, tropical ambiance that makes Discovery Cove a luxurious retreat of the first order.
Snorkel amid the reef’s 125 species of fish, check out the shark lagoon from a suspended rope bridge, or lounge in a hammock under swaying palm trees on the reef’s central island. It’s all included with your park admission.

The Grand Reef's SeaVenture

In keeping with the trend toward exclusive ‘extras’, the new Sea Venture tour takes guests for an underwater walk through the Grand Reef. The hour long adventure includes a guide and the use of a dive helmet (no dive certification necessary) and offers up-close viewing of the reef’s inhabitants. The tour accommodates up to six guests at a time for an additional $59. Park admission is also required.
What’s going to happen to the old reef when Grand Reef opens? Stand by! Plans are in the works for a new attraction there, due to open in 2012.

Behind the Scenes

Whether you meet a beluga whale, stroke a penguin or come face to face with a large set of preditorial teeth, the behind-the-scenes tours provide some fascinating insights into the great conservation work that SeaWorld does worldwide. Behind the scenes tours vary from their gentle Behind The Scenes Tour ($30 adults, $20 ages 5-9) to the incredible Sharks Deep Dive ($150, ages 10 and up) and even a full-day Marine Mammal Keeper Experience ($399 ages 13 and up).

Multi-day Passes

• If you're planning to visit SeaWorld and Busch Gardens consider a purchasing the SeaWorld / Busch Gardens 2 - Park Ticket. 
• Even better, visist SeaWorld, Busch Gardens and Aquatica water park with the 3 - Park Ticket.
• Multi - day tickets come with a variety of benefits, such as unlimited admission to the parks, huge savings on gate entry and much more. Click here for ticket details.

Discovery Cove Bookings

Remember your Discovery Cove booking grants you a complimentary 14 day pass, granting you entry to SeaWorld, Busch Gardens or Aquatica. For a 14 day pass offering access to all three SeaWorld parks opt for the Ultimate Adventure.

More Discovery Cove ticket info.

PRO SPOT - If you purchase a multi-day pass get the best value for your money at SeaWorld and book one of their behind the scenes tour as soon as you arrive at the park.