ORLANDO, Fla. – There’s “so much to sea” and learn at SeaWorld Orlando and this month, guests can get an up-close look at how teams care for the park’s beloved animals.
Included in park admission, the park’s “Inside Look” program takes guests behind the scenes of animal habitats, including beluga whales, dolphins, harbor seals and California sea lions, as well as allowing guests to meet members of the SeaWorld Rescue & Dive Teams during exclusive meet-and-greet opportunities at the Rescue Center, a news release states.
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“SeaWorld Orlando’s Inside Look event is a powerful opportunity for guests to connect with the incredible work happening behind the scenes,” Joseph Gaspard, vice president of Zoological Operations at SeaWorld Orlando, said in a release. “Through this immersive experience, we aim to inspire curiosity, foster a deeper understanding of animal care and conservation and empower the next generation to play an active role in protecting marine life and our planet’s ecosystems.”
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“Inside Look” is happening on Jan. 11-12 and Jan. 18-19. Due to the event’s popularity, guests are advised to arrive early to ensure access to this extraordinary offering.
Below is a list of experiences included in the event:
Inside Flamingo Encounter (NEW) : Step into the vibrant world of Caribbean flamingos. Led by SeaWorld’s expert aviculturists, visitors will learn fascinating insights about these iconic birds, from their unique behaviors to their daily care routines. Guests will observe feeding techniques, discover how flamingos maintain their brilliant pink coloring and gain a deeper understanding of the conservation efforts that support these remarkable animals.
Inside Marine Mammal Care + Dolphin Nursery: Guests can step behind the scenes to discover how SeaWorld’s animal care specialists prepare meals for a pod of dolphins and care for them throughout the day. The experience includes a visit to the fish house, where food is carefully prepared, followed by a poolside demonstration at Dolphin Nursery. Visitors will learn about the techniques used to ensure the health and wellness of dolphins, sea lions and whales, including the role of learned behaviors in routine wellness checks.
Inside the SeaWorld Rescue Center: Visit the home base of the SeaWorld Rescue Team to meet and hear from the dedicated filtration experts, animal care specialists, veterinarians, lab technicians and the Rescue team themselves who work around the clock to deliver life-saving care to animals in need. Guests can learn more about SeaWorld’s Rescue Center, which has the capacity to care for hundreds of animals. SeaWorld’s Rescue Teams have aided over 41,000 sick, injured and orphaned animals, giving them a second chance at life.
Inside Aquarium Experiences: Catch an exclusive glimpse at two of SeaWorld Orlando’s most popular aquariums, Shark Encounter and Manta Aquarium, from a birds-eye view, or from underneath the tank itself. Guests will be able to learn what goes into keeping SeaWorld’s animals healthy and how animal care experts maintain animal habitats to closely mirror wild environments.
Inside Pacific Point Preserve: Guests can take a behind-the-scenes look at the home of SeaWorld’s California sea lions and harbor seals. They can hear stories and gain insights from the animal care specialists who care for them every day and learn what it takes to maintain a thriving sea lion social group with the new Sea Lion Talk.
Inside Wild Arctic: Visitors will step behind the scenes into the maze of back hallways that provide service access to the beluga whales, walruses and harbor seals that call Wild Arctic home. Plus, guests will meet the animal care specialists who spend their days caring for these incredible animals.
Inside Coral Rescue: Discover a safe and stable home for rescued coral colonies. Observe and interact with coral biologists as they care for “at-risk” Florida corals, raising awareness about conservation and ocean heath. Expert biologists discuss optimal conditions for coral growth and care while raising awareness about conservation and ocean health.
Seal of Fortune: This fan-favorite trivia show returns to the Nautilus Theater! The interactive, hysterical show pits professional zoological specialists against SeaWorld’s famous Longshoremen. Which guest’s animal expertise will win out? Get ready to participate and support a side in this unforgettable game show throwdown.
Family Activity Zone: Back by popular demand, the Family Activity Zone will return to “Inside Look.” Guests won’t want to miss the special games, crafts and activities SeaWorld Orlando will have set up for kids and families. It’s another fun way for the park’s youngest guests to learn more about the amazing animals that call SeaWorld home and how they help the environment we share!
Presentations & Animal Care Specialist Talks: Guests will be able to participate in special presentations and zoological specialist talks taking place during select times throughout the day.
Rescue Center Dive Talk: Meet members of the SeaWorld Rescue & Dive Teams respectively during exclusive meet-and-greet opportunities at the Rescue Center. Guests will hear firsthand stories of how it feels to rescue and return animals in need from the Rescue Team, as well as learn the basics of diving and discover some little-known secrets of what it takes to be a part of the dive team.
Sea Lion & Dolphin Trainer Talk: Before each respective Dolphin Adventure and Sea Lion & Otter Spotlight presentations, guests can learn from SeaWorld’s world-class trainers and animal care specialists on what it takes to care for, train and build relationships with the animals at SeaWorld.
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