Get exclusive behind the scenes access to Sea World. As part of this back-of-house tour, you will receive a rare insight into how the Animal Care team at Sea World care for resident and rescue marine life. During this informative tour, you’ll also get an insight and understanding about the integral enrichment activities the Sea World team participate in daily, at Seal Harbour, Dolphin Beach and Polar Bear Shores.
Get behind the scenes access to Sea Turtles rehabilitation, Shark Bay Quarantine facility, Polar Bear Shores, Seal Harbour and Dolphin Beach.
Learn about marine rescue and conservation from expert guides
See how rescued animals are cared for behind the scenes
Exclusive access guided by a Marine Education Officer
must be a minimum of 8 years of age.
aged 8 to 13 years must be accompanied by a full paying adult ticket holder aged 14 years or over as guardian.
must be able to speak and/or understand English, or have a translator participate in the program with them. There are no complimentary programs for translators. Persons acting as a translator must advise staff at the start of the program. Translators must satisfy all criteria.
Must wear enclosed footwear
Must follow directions quickly to the satisfaction of staff.
Must be able to quickly exit the back of house area unassisted.
Photography is not permitted whilst in the back-of-house areas.
All personal belongings and effects, including bags, are not permitted on the tour.
*Please be advised that peanut butter is used in the Polar Bear shores area. Please advise staff of any allergy concerns.
Animal Adventure participants must check in personally Pre-booked guests with afternoon Animal Adventures please check-in after 11am SEA WORLD ANIMAL ADVENTURES PROGRAMS TERMS & CONDITIONS Participation in Sea World Animal Adventures is only available to Sea World guests and only on the day of their visit. PLEASE NOTE: General admission to Sea World is an additional cost and is not included in the price of any Animal Adventures programs. Participants: • acknowledge they will be required to check in one hour prior to their program start time. For programs commencing prior to 10am please consult your ticket. • acknowledge that they will be entering an environment housing animals. Whilst Sea World takes all reasonable precautions to ensure the health and safety of guests and staff, participants should be aware that close encounters with animals will always involve a degree of unpredictability. Quick reactions and strict attention to directions from staff are essential. • release Sea World to the full extent permitted by law from any claim for personal injury, loss or damage arising from their participation in Animal Adventure programs. • agree to comply with all lawful directions that Sea World makes regarding their participation in any program. A criteria checklist must be completed to participate in each of the Animal Adventures programs. The criteria are strictly enforced to ensure the safety of our guests, staff and animals. All participation is subject to final assessment by the Sea World staff member at the time of attendance. If at any time prior or during the program a participant is assessed by staff as not being able to fulfil the criteria, they will be directed to leave the program. No refund will be given [subject to any requirements at law to the contrary]. Availability, start times, duration times, number of participants and all other conditions and/or relevant information are subject to change without notice. All participants, or a legal guardian (18 years or over), will be required to sign a liability release form and the criteria checklist before beginning the program. CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS Sea World may at its sole discretion cancel any Animal Adventures program if we are of the opinion that extreme weather or other conditions make it impossible for the program to be held. In the event of such cancellation participants will either be rebooked into another Animal Adventures program (subject to program availability) or they will be eligible for a full refund. Refunds will only be paid to the person who made the booking. Animal Adventure bookings are: • non-transferable, not to be re-sold and not redeemable for cash. • valid only for the date, time and program specified. • non-refundable [other than as set out here and subject to any requirements at law to the contrary].
Water-Based Animal Adventure
$199
per person
Once in a lifetime opportunity for children to meet a dolphin
Shallow water interaction, specifically tailored for younger children
Learn about the dolphins' gentle and inquisitive nature
Each encounter is unique, guided by the dolphin's participation
Available for children aged 5-13 years old, with a minimum height of 110cm
Sea World admission not included with Animal Adventures ticket
Water-Based Animal Adventure
$849
per family
Shallow water interaction with dolphins and a Marine Mammal Specialist
Fun and educational experience with an opportunity to create memorable moments
Each experience will be unique and tailored to the dolphins' behaviour and engagement
Minimum: 1 adult and 1 child (4-13 years old, minimum 102cm height)
Maximum: 4 participants, including at least one eligible child
Sea World admission not included with Animal Adventures ticket
Water-Based Animal Adventure
$279
per person
Observe some of the beautiful dolphins at Sea World in a deep water environment
Guided by a Marine Mammal Specialist
Program duration is approximately 45 minutes in total
Each encounter is unique, guided by the dolphin's participation
Available for ages 9 and above, with a minimum height requirement of 132cm
Sea World admission not included with Animal Adventures ticket
Water-Based Animal Adventure
$189
per person
Get up close and personal with a dolphin in knee deep water
Experience dolphin patting and a dolphin handshake
Guided by a Marine Mammal Specialist
Available for ages 4 and above, with a minimum height requirement of 102cm
Sea World admission not included with Animal Adventures ticket
Land and Water-Based Animal Adventure
$499
per family
Learn about marine animal rescues, research, and conservation
Meet and interact with Seals, Dolphins, Turtles, Polar Bears, and Fish
Discover threats to marine wildlife and conservation efforts
Visit Shark Bay's quarantine, Polar Bear Shores back-of-house
Enjoy a Glass Bottom Boat Tour
Reef walk/snorkel at Shark Bay's intertidal rock pools.
Available for ages 5+ (5-8 years must have a guardian 14+)
Sea World admission not included with Animal Adventures ticket
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Water-Based Animal Adventure
Save $20 on mid-week bookings
$49
RRP $69
Delve below the surface at Sea World’s Reef Lagoon.
Get up close with beautiful tropical fish, sting rays and other fascinating marine life.
Water is heated in winter to a very comfortable 22-24 degrees.
Features various ‘safe havens’ where participants can stand and rest while snorkelling.
Guided by an experienced Dive leader.
Available for ages 8+ (children under 10 must be accompanied by a participating guardian 14+).
Sea World admission not included with Animal Adventures ticket.
Land-Based Animal Adventure
$139
per person
Step onto the ice in the Penguin Encounter exhibit and experience an Antarctic-themed adventure
Behind-the-scenes tour with Penguin Keepers
Interact with King Penguins and Gentoo Penguins
Engage in penguin activities, which may include feeding or enrichment programs
Ages 8-13 years: Must be accompanied by an 18+ guardian (maximum 2 children per guardian)
Sea World admission not included with Animal Adventures ticket
Water-Based Animal Adventure
$199
per person
Once in a lifetime opportunity for children to meet a dolphin
Shallow water interaction, specifically tailored for younger children
Learn about the dolphins' gentle and inquisitive nature
Each encounter is unique, guided by the dolphin's participation
Available for children aged 5-13 years old, with a minimum height of 110cm
Sea World admission not included with Animal Adventures ticket