Welcome to Paradise
Here at
Discovery Cove
Orlando!

Welcome…to our fantastic family adventures here in Discovery Cove Orlando Florida!

Forget the theme parks for a day and chill out in nirvana.

Like thousands before us, experience swimming, snorkelling, diving and bird sanctuaries in your own personal paradise for a day.

Swim with your own dolphin and watch this incredible creature bring joy to you and your family in one to one activities.

Unforgettable memories will remain with you, your family and friends for the rest of your life. We promise if you have the chance to come back to Orlando and it fits into your budget, you will return to Discovery Cove.

No matter what time of year you go, high season or low season, the maximum amount of people allowed in to Discovery Cove is a 1000 at any one time, and we can reassure you, a 1000 people in this park allows every one their own personal space to explore and discover this piece of paradise.

Sunkissed tip; Discovery Cove is not cheap on the admission prices, so if you have this down on your places to visit, plan well in advance and watch the currency rates in your own country compared with the dollar. We booked online direct with the Discovery Cove website 9 months before, and had a great deal.

"Depending on Dolphin swim time 'if chosen' we always recommend an early start"

• Road map and Directions to find Discovery Cove…Car Parking is free.
• Age restrictions please check before you book.
• Opening times at the park.

• Choose your experience.. The choice is yours…We did and loved it.
• Entrance prices…Useful to know to pre-plan.
• Bookings in advance.
• Early booking deals…Save money on these early deals.
• Currency Converter… helpful tool to convert into your own currency if buying tickets online etc.
• Park map... print if required.
• Attractions...What to do in Discovery Cove.
• Dining...Choose from snacks to full restaurant services.
• Speciality Occasions...Private areas for birthdays, anniversaries etc.
• Frequently asked questions
• Request a brochure…
• Forums…Useful information with a personal touch. 1, 2.

The park is centrally located 10 minutes south of Orlando on the Central Florida Parkway, and is opposite the entrance to SeaWorld.


Use junction (27A) now 71 on the I-4 if travelling from the south or junction (28) now 72 if you are coming from the north and follow signs to Discovery Cove.


If you are located on or around International Drive and you are coming from the north, travel down International Drive until you pass the Orlando Convention Center on your right, from there follow the road until you see SeaWorld on your right, look for the sky tower with the American Flag on top, then follow the signs to Discovery Cove.

If you are travelling along International Drive from the south, follow the road until you see the intersection for Central Florida Parkway, take a left here and you will find the park a short distance on your left.

When you park your vehicle which again is free, make your way to the main entrance of Discovery Cove. When you reach the reception, they will ask for all your names.

Photo Id's will be issued to all your party members and you will be designated an area of the park to wind down for the day (Starfish Cabana, Sea Horse Cabana, Sand Dollar Cabana)

Also you will be approached by a photographer for your group pictures…don't forget your park map which will give directions over to the wet suit and locker areas (a large selection of suits are available from children to adults).

Sunkissed tip; Do not cover your self or children with suntan lotion before you reach the park. The staff will hand you fish friendly sun tan cream on your arrival, and it's very good. Don't forget your under water cameras and beach shoes for the kids, as the sand and the lagoon's can be harsh on those tender feet.

Inside
The
Park!

Now this is the beauty of Discovery Cove, "do what you want and when you want to do it" during your visit…but remember if you have chosen the Dolphin swim keep to your time allocated to you on your tickets.

Sunkissed tip; If you decide to take the Dolphin swim, lots of photos are taken along with a video of your party. You will be asked to view your photos to pick which ones you decide on…so remember budget to your needs as they can take a large chunk of your holiday money.

There is no need to rush here and there in Discovery Cove to visit certain areas…with only a 1000 visitors allowed at any one time stroll, walk, snorkel, swim and laze about to your leisure.

Because we booked up well in advance, we had the luxury of an early swim time which cleared the rest of the day for all the family to do as we pleased and explore this wonderful park.

During our visit, I surprised my darling wife with some thing special; it was our 21st wedding anniversary, so I pre-booked on the quiet, one of the speciality occasion packages.

This entitled us our own personal area over looking the Dolphin lagoon with a cabana, champagne, and presents, 'talk about paradise'.


Also an extra special treat was a surprise on the Dolphin swim for Denise, a anniversary cake which was presented to us during our excellent lunch…this made our day with our family a very special one at Discovery Cove which will always be remembered with cherished memories.


The kids loved Discovery Cove and apart from lunch together, they did their own thing 'like staying in the water all day swimming and snorkelling'.


Here they are getting ready for another adventure over seen by Grandad with video camera at the ready.



So if you want to visit this piece of heaven in Orlando, we highly recommend you go, even if you miss a theme park out you will not be disappointed…but hey look on the bright side, for a small amount of extra Dollars, you also receive tickets to SeaWorld and Busch Gardens.

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