Program joins "Sharks Deep Dive" and "Marine Mammal Keeper Experience"

Guests to SeaWorld Orlando can enter the chilly waters of the beluga whale during the park's newest "Animal Connections" program, the "Beluga Interaction Program." The immersive adventure joins "Sharks Deep Dive" and "Marine Mammal Keeper Experience" in offering unforgettable animal encounters.

Beluga Interaction Program – SeaWorld Orlando's "Beluga Interaction Program" is one of the few programs in the world where guests can enter the beluga whales' environment for an unforgettable experience that includes up-close, hands-on interactions with these beautiful white whales.

Participants suit up and enter the chilly 55 degree water for both shallow-water and deep-water encounters in the majestic creatures' habitat, located at the Wild Arctic attraction.

While providing a safe, fun and memorable experience, the Beluga Interaction Program will also help guests gain a better understanding of beluga whales and their habitats.

Cost is $179 per person, is limited to four guests per session, and includes a souvenir photo and an educational booklet on whales. The program is available Thursday – Monday. Guests must be at least 13 years of age or older.

Sharks Deep Dive – The mere thought of sharks elicits fear and wonder from anyone considering a swim in the world's oceans. SeaWorld plunges guests into the realm of these perfect predators as part of the park's most daring "Animal Connections" program, "Sharks Deep Dive."

Located at the Shark Encounter attraction, participants don wetsuits and an all-new underwater helmet – which allows participants to breathe and communicate underwater without scuba equipment – during their awe-inspiring underwater encounter with more than 50 sharks and an array of fish.

Cost is $150 per person, is limited to two guests for the two-hour program, and includes a "Sharks Deep Dive" T-shirt, a shark information booklet and a souvenir photograph. Guests must be at least 10 years of age or older.

Marine Mammal Keeper Experience – What does it take to work with SeaWorld animals … to rescue and rehabilitate injured manatees ... to spend all day caring for walrus and seals ... to prepare animal diets and feed beluga whales? Now SeaWorld guests can find out -- firsthand.

SeaWorld Orlando's "Marine Mammal Keeper Experience," is an all-day adventure where guests experience the thrill of working alongside marine mammal experts. From bottle-feeding orphaned manatees to interacting with seals and a walrus, participants learn firsthand how SeaWorld animal care specialists work with SeaWorld animals.

Cost is $399 per person, is limited to two guests per day for the eight-hour program, and includes lunch, a T-shirt, a career book, a souvenir photograph and a seven-day pass to SeaWorld. Guests must at least 13 years of age and older. The program begins at 6:30am.

To make reservation or for more information on the "Animal Connections" programs, guests can call (800) 327-2424, visit seaworld.com or visit the Guided Tour Counter inside the park. Park admission is not included, and is required for all "Animal Connections" programs.
SeaWorld Orlando is the world's premier marine adventure park with 200 acres of world-class shows, thrilling rides and unforgettable animal encounters. Millions of visitors have explored the mysteries of the sea with up-close animal interactions and exhilarating experiences. State-of-the-art rides give guests unprecedented thrills, while amazing animal encounters include killer whales, dolphins, sea lions, sharks and more.

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