Guest interacting with a Dolphin at Discovery Cove
Guests interacting with a Dolphin at Discovery Cove
Discovery Cove in Orlando
Guest interacting with a Dolphin at Discovery Cove
The Grand Reef at Discovery Cove
Girl with Dolphin at Discovery Cove
Guest interacting with tropical birds within Explorer's Aviary at Discovery Cove

Discovery Cove Ultimate Package with Free Parking

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Ticket Details

  • Full-day at Discovery Cove
  • PLUS: Unlimited admission to SeaWorld, Busch Gardens & Aquatica for up to 14 consecutive days
  • EXTRA VALUE: FREE self-parking at all Parks + FREE Coach transportation between Orlando and Busch Gardens
  • 30-minute reserved dolphin swim experience included with Dolphin Swim Tickets
  • Breakfast, lunch, snacks and unlimited drinks throughout the day 
  • Unlimited access to the Wind-Away River, Explorer's Aviary, Serenity Bay, Freshwater Oasis and The Grand Reef 
  • Complimentary use of snorkel equipment, wet suits/ vests, showers, changing rooms, lockers and animal-safe sun cream
  • BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE - flexibility to amend your tickets or cancel with a full refund*
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Upgrade to the Discovery Cove Ultimate Package and enjoy admission to SeaWorld®, Aquatica® and Busch Gardens® as well as all the amazing attractions at Discovery Cove including a memorable Dolphin Swim.

Our guide to Discovery Cove® Ultimate Package with Free Parking

Welcome to an exquisite tropical island paradise. Discovery Cove® gives you the unique opportunity to swim and play with a beautiful Atlantic bottlenose dolphin, snorkel amongst tropical fish, glide with rays and relax on white-sand beaches.

Enjoy a whole day at your leisure to soak up the unique, indulgent atmosphere of Discovery Cove. Embark on an underwater adventure in Discovery Cove's Grand Reef where you'll snorkel among canyons and come face to face with venomous lionfish and sharp-toothed reef sharks (safely behind massive panoramic windows). Discover the Explorer's Aviary, just beyond the towering waterfalls, where you can hand-feed tropical birds, relax in the refreshing waters of Serenity Bay and float along the Wind-Away River. Freshwater Oasis features swimming and wading adventures and face-to-face encounters with playful otters and curious marmosets.

Select the Ultimate Dolphin Swim Ticket for a unique opportunity to spend 30 minutes, in groups of no more than 10, getting to know your dolphin through hugs, kisses and ultimately, a one-on-one swim together through the lagoon. Then, you have the rest of the day at your leisure to soak up the unique, indulgent atmosphere.

As a reservation-only experience, which is limited to a capacity of 1300 guests a day, it’s a rare opportunity to set your own pace. It’s all about a day of wonderful discovery and a lifetime of memories at Discovery Cove Orlando. 

Check-in opens at 7.15am, waterways open at 9.00am and the park shuts at 5.00pm. We recommend arriving early so you can take advantage of the free breakfast, plus you'll be first in line to choose your dolphin swim time, which is allocated on the day on a first come first serve basis. 

Terms and conditions

Terms and conditions for Discovery Cove Ultimate Package with Free Parking

  • Discovery Cove is a reservation-only experience. A visit date to Discovery Cove must be selected when booking. 
  • Digital ticket(s) will be uploaded to your Customer Account upon full payment. Download to a smartphone or print in advance and present upon arrival at Discovery Cove. 
  • Your Discovery Cove ticket also includes a gate-ready barcode for admission to SeaWorld, Aquatic and Busch Gardens. Visits to SeaWorld, Aquatica and Busch Gardens may be taken before or after your visit to Discovery Cove. 
  • Free transportation to Busch Gardens from Orlando on the Busch Gardens Shuttle Express is included for the duration of your ticket. Reservations are required to guarantee your seats and can be made in advance by calling 1-800-221-1339. The shuttle departs from SeaWorld and picks up from various locations in Orlando and Kissimmee. The service schedule and pick-up points will vary through the year and may be subject to change.

Dolphin Swim Tickets 

  • Those wishing to swim with Dolphins must purchase a Dolphin Swim ticket.
  • Guests must be at least 6 years old AND 42 inches tall to swim with dolphins.
  • Children between 6-12 years old participating in the dolphin swim experience must be accompanied by an adult who also is participating in the dolphin swim experience. There is no minimum adult-to-child ratio, so one adult can accompany more than one child. 
  • To ensure everyone's safety, participants must be able to comprehend safety instructions in English.

Child Tickets & Information

  • Children 6 years and older and above 42 inches tall can choose either a Dolphin Swim ticket or a Non-Dolphin Swim Ticket.
  • Children 3-5 years old must purchase a Discovery Cove Non-Swim Ticket for admission to Discovery Cove, SeaWorld, Aquatic and Busch Gardens.
  • Infants 0-2 years old enter the parks free of charge and do not need an admission ticket.
  • Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult to gain entry to Discovery Cove. 
  • Any minor under the age of 18 years participating in the dolphin swim experience must have a “Minor” waiver completed by a parent or legal guardian. If a parent is not present at check-in, they will need to complete a liability release form before the day at Discovery Cove and those accompanying the child will need to bring the completed form as well as a photocopy of the parent’s Driving License or Passport to verify their signature. Please contact us should you need a form sent with your Discovery Cove documents. 

*Cancellation & Amendments

  • Free cancellations for bookings cancelled with the supplier more than 30 days before your booked Discovery Cove visit. No refunds are given for cancellations within 30 days of your booked visit. There are also no refunds for amendments (for example to change from Dolphin Swim to Non-Dolphin Swim) or cancellations within this 30-day period.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions for Discovery Cove Ultimate Package with Free Parking

Frequently Asked Questions for Discovery Cove® Ultimate Package with Free Parking

Rides & Attractions

  • What is Discovery Cove ultimate swim?

    The Discovery Cove Ultimate Package allows guests one full day at Discovery Cove plus 14 consecutive days unlimited access to SeaWorld, Aquatica and Busch Gardens. This ticket can be purchased either with or without the dolphin swim interaction at Discovery Cove.

  • Is Discovery Cove worth it without the dolphin swim?

    Even if you decide not to include the dolphin swim with your Discovery Cove ticket, there is still plenty to do during your visit! All guests have access to the Explorer's Aviary, Wind-away River, Serenity Bay and the Grand Reef, where you can snorkel with gorgeous tropical fish and rays. So if you do not want to do the dolphin swim, you will still have plenty to do at the park. 

  • Can you swim with sharks at Discovery Cove?

    Guests have the opportunity to include a swim with sharks whilst at Discovery Cove. The Swim with Sharks experience can be purchased directly with Discovery Cove and allows you to snorkel and swim alongside blacktip reef, nurse, zebra and bonnethead sharks.

Ticket Information

  • What is SeaVenture at Discovery Cove?

    The SeaVenture experience at Discovery Cove allows guests to don a specialised dive helmet and walk around underwater at the Grand Reef surrounded by exotic fish, rays and sharks. This experience needs to be purchased in addition to your main park ticket and is suitable for children 10 years and above.

  • How much is it to swim with dolphins at Discovery Cove?

    The Discovery Cove Ultimate Package ticket can be purchased with or without a 30-minute dolphin-swim session. Prices vary depending on the season you are visiting so we recommend you check the availability calendar at the top of this page. 

  • Can an 11-year-old do a Discovery Cove Swim?

    Children must be at least 6 years old to take part in the dolphin swim. Children aged 6-12 must be accompanied by an adult who is also taking part in the dolphin swim.

Restrictions

  • Can I do Discovery Cove if I can't swim?

    If a guest is unable to swim, they can still visit Discovery Cove and take part in the dolphin swim experience. During the swim the trainers will only take you waist-deep in the water and the dolphins will come to you.

  • Can we still swim with dolphins if there's thunder and lightening at Discovery Cove?

    Discovery Cove closely monitors the weather reports and in the event of inclement weather, they can temporarily suspend operations. In the event of a rain storm the majority of water activities (including the dolphin swim) will continue.

  • Can you film your swim with dolphins at Discovery Cove?

    During the dolphin swim, another party member can film and take photographs from the beach area. Due to health & safety for the dolphins, cameras and Go-Pros are not allowed in the dolphin lagoon during the interaction. Professional photographers will take photos throughout the experience, which guests can purchase at the end of the day.

Clothing & Accessories

  • Do Discovery Cove sell swim costumes?

    Discovery Cove provide wetsuits to all visitors to use free-of-charge. Swimming costumes can be purchased at the gift shops within the park.

Frequently Asked Questions for Discovery Cove® Ultimate Package with Free Parking

Rides & Attractions

  • What is Discovery Cove ultimate swim?

    The Discovery Cove Ultimate Package allows guests one full day at Discovery Cove plus 14 consecutive days unlimited access to SeaWorld, Aquatica and Busch Gardens. This ticket can be purchased either with or without the dolphin swim interaction at Discovery Cove.

  • Is Discovery Cove worth it without the dolphin swim?

    Even if you decide not to include the dolphin swim with your Discovery Cove ticket, there is still plenty to do during your visit! All guests have access to the Explorer's Aviary, Wind-away River, Serenity Bay and the Grand Reef, where you can snorkel with gorgeous tropical fish and rays. So if you do not want to do the dolphin swim, you will still have plenty to do at the park. 

  • Can you swim with sharks at Discovery Cove?

    Guests have the opportunity to include a swim with sharks whilst at Discovery Cove. The Swim with Sharks experience can be purchased directly with Discovery Cove and allows you to snorkel and swim alongside blacktip reef, nurse, zebra and bonnethead sharks.

Ticket Information

  • What is SeaVenture at Discovery Cove?

    The SeaVenture experience at Discovery Cove allows guests to don a specialised dive helmet and walk around underwater at the Grand Reef surrounded by exotic fish, rays and sharks. This experience needs to be purchased in addition to your main park ticket and is suitable for children 10 years and above.

  • How much is it to swim with dolphins at Discovery Cove?

    The Discovery Cove Ultimate Package ticket can be purchased with or without a 30-minute dolphin-swim session. Prices vary depending on the season you are visiting so we recommend you check the availability calendar at the top of this page. 

  • Can an 11-year-old do a Discovery Cove Swim?

    Children must be at least 6 years old to take part in the dolphin swim. Children aged 6-12 must be accompanied by an adult who is also taking part in the dolphin swim.

Restrictions

  • Can I do Discovery Cove if I can't swim?

    If a guest is unable to swim, they can still visit Discovery Cove and take part in the dolphin swim experience. During the swim the trainers will only take you waist-deep in the water and the dolphins will come to you.

  • Can we still swim with dolphins if there's thunder and lightening at Discovery Cove?

    Discovery Cove closely monitors the weather reports and in the event of inclement weather, they can temporarily suspend operations. In the event of a rain storm the majority of water activities (including the dolphin swim) will continue.

  • Can you film your swim with dolphins at Discovery Cove?

    During the dolphin swim, another party member can film and take photographs from the beach area. Due to health & safety for the dolphins, cameras and Go-Pros are not allowed in the dolphin lagoon during the interaction. Professional photographers will take photos throughout the experience, which guests can purchase at the end of the day.

Clothing & Accessories

  • Do Discovery Cove sell swim costumes?

    Discovery Cove provide wetsuits to all visitors to use free-of-charge. Swimming costumes can be purchased at the gift shops within the park.

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