Discovery Cove

Trip ideas while visiting Orlando in Florida

Discovery Cove

At Discovery Cove, you’ll have an amazing animal experience unlike any other. Located near SeaWorld Orlando, this place has received fantastic reviews from previous visitors. Prepare to get up close and personal with a variety of animals such as dolphins, stingrays, marmosets, otters, and exotic birds. The park is designed for a limited number of guests per day (up to 1,300), ensuring a more personalized interaction between visitors and the animals as well as the trainers. Apart from swimming with dolphins, you can also enjoy snorkeling with tropical fish and rays in the park’s beautiful coral reef. Take a relaxing float along the Wind-Away River, surrounded by the park’s lush greenery. If you need a break from the water, there are beaches where you can dry off or explore the Explorer’s Aviary and feed some of the fascinating birds at Discovery Cove.

Discovery Cove in Orlando offers a wide variety of attractions that visitors find truly memorable. People who have been there often mention how relaxing the park is. While a visit to Discovery Cove comes with a cost (starting at $149 per person without the dolphin swim experience), past visitors have shared some money-saving tips. One suggestion is to avoid purchasing the expensive photo package offered by the park. Another tip is to consider the standard Day Resort Package instead of the pricier all-inclusive Dolphin Swim Package (starting at $199 per person) if you’re not specifically interested in swimming with dolphins. If you’re also planning to visit SeaWorld and Aquatica, it might be worth considering the park’s package deals. These packages include one-day admission to Discovery Cove, as well as unlimited admission to SeaWorld and Aquatica, starting at $170 per person.