There’s still plenty of time remaining to celebrate July as “Shark Month’’ at Discovery Cove in Orlando, The one-of-a-kind, all–inclusive Discovery Cove is sharing seven “fin-tastic” reasons to experience these magnificent marine animals – and bite into some jaw-dropping savings – during the month of July. Here’s a look:
- As the only all-inclusive theme park in Central Florida, Discovery Cove is home to some of the world’s most immersive animal encounters, including swimming with dolphins, snorkeling among thousands of tropical fish and rays, strutting with flamingos, encountering playful otters and snorkeling with several species of sharks. Each admission also includes a frenzy of exceptional amenities, a freshly prepared breakfast, lunch, drinks (including beer and wine for guests 21 years and older), endless snacks, wetsuits, towels, swim gear, lockers and more.
- Only 24 guests per day get to experience the park’s all-new Shark Snorkel, putting on a mask and snorkel to experience the exhilaration of a deep-water free swim with more than 20 resident Pacific Blacktip, Nurse, Zebra, Whitetip Reef and Bonnethead sharks. The Shark Snorkel starts at $79 per person and may be added onto either a Signature Dolphin Swim or Day Resort package. All participants must be at least 10 years of age. Space is limited so guests are encouraged to reserve their spots immediately.
- Feed sharks with the Shark Interaction program. Shark Interaction also has limited daily inventory and provides guests with an intimate and awe-inspiring shark encounter accompanied by Discovery Cove’s expert aquarists, who share intriguing facts about the sharks in the habitat. Guests who book this program receive snorkel time, as well.
- Enjoy an experience that gives back. Five percent of proceeds from the Shark Snorkel and Shark Interaction programs support the Guy Harvey Foundation, which conducts scientific research and hosts educational programs aimed at conserving the marine environment.
- See sharks from below. Guests not quite ready to swim side-by-side with sharks can reserve a spot for SeaVenture, an underwater walking tour, where guests wear dive helmets and enjoy breathtaking views of dozens of sharks (behind a viewing window), as well as one-on-one touches with unique animals, schools of fish and gentle rays. SeaVenture starts at $59 per person and has a minimum age requirement of 10 years of age.
- To celebrate “Shark Month,” in July only, the park is offering a limited-time Electric Shark Cocktail as part of the Premium Drink Package. The shark-themed cocktail is infused with the flavors of Tito’s Vodka and Malibu Rum, a splash of Blue Curacao mixed with Pineapple Juice, and a splash of Ginger Ale, garnished with a shark gummy.
- Dive into savings at Discovery Cove. Enjoy savings of up to 40% on visits through March 8, 2025. To receive this offer, reservations must be booked by July 21.
For more information on prices and booking, visit www.DiscoveryCove.com.
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