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Discovery Cove launches all-new ultimate animal experience

Half-day program marks add-on to Signature Dolphin Experience

At Discovery Cove, guests can upgrade to its Ultimate Animal Experience, an add-on to the Signature Dolphin Swim Package. (Discovery Cove)

ORLANDO, Fla. – At Discovery Cove, guests can relax on a white sand beach or in a private cabana, but the highlight of any day at the all-inclusive resort is the animal encounters.

And now, guests can upgrade their day so it includes more animals.

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Developed as an add-on to the popular Signature Dolphin Experience, the all-new Ultimate Animal Experience allows guests to spend a half-day alongside a Discovery Cove zoological expert and get up close and personal with a variety of animals.

“A day at Discovery Cove is already a dream come true for animal lovers,” said Buck Lyman, Discovery Cove’s Vice President of Zoological. “But this new Ultimate Animal Experience takes it to a whole new level with even more one-on-one interactions and time spent with our zoological team learning about the animals, their care and well-being, and more.”

The intimate and exclusive experience starts at $249 per person, and includes:

  • Private, guided snorkel session before park opening in The Grand Reef
  • Enhanced second dolphin interaction (in addition to the Signature Dolphin Experience) with two dolphins, including a private photo session
  • Meet-and-greets with tropical birds and small mammals
  • Behind-the-scenes tour to learn more about the world-class animal welfare practices and animal care facilities at Discovery Cove
  • Personal, guided tour of the Explorer’s Aviary with opportunities to hand-feed hundreds of exotic birds
  • Private otter enrichment session in the Freshwater Oasis, an exclusive experience not offered through any other program at Discovery Cove

For pricing and booking information, click here.

At Discovery Cove, guests can upgrade to its Ultimate Animal Experience, an add-on to the Signature Dolphin Swim Package. (Discovery Cove)

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