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Discovery Cove


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 5.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 176 attractions in Orlando
Traveler Description: Discovery Cove is a beautiful, tropical oasis. The park is well run, and the entire staff is very friendly. Buy the picture CD that the park sells if... more »
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Attraction type: Amusement/theme park, Wildlife park, Water park, Aquarium
Activities: Swimming with dolphins, Viewing wildlife, Swimming, Snorkeling
Address: Sea World Drive Orlando, FL 32821
Tel: 877-4DISCOVERY

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4 of 5 stars
sr78   2 contributions
Utrecht, The Netherlands
Nov 8, 2009

I visited DC earlier this year based on some of the rave reviews I'd heard, so I was expecting a lot. Most of it was fullfilled. The good: The ambiance is very nice, the atmosphere is very relaxing as the number of people allowed into the park is limited. This gives you plenty of space to do whatever you want... more

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5 of 5 stars
AdventureGal12   2 contributions
Florida
Nov 1, 2009

Went to Discovery Cove. I did not do the dolphin experience (although some in my group did and loved it). Besides being treated like VIPs the whole day (everyone is treated this way, not just me!) I thought the snorkeling in the coral reef was incredible. I've done some snorkeling in the Florida Keys and this was just as good... more

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5 of 5 stars
dancingducksontour   3 contributions
Midlands
Oct 27, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

... what a great day. helpful staff, the free food and drink was superb and the options on the day were excellent. The sort of place swimmers should adore and non swimmers enjoy. One minor gripe was the number of smokers freely lighting up. The package we had,i ncluding free Sea World admission, made it a day we will never... more

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1 of 5 stars
BoltonGraham   2 contributions
Bolton, Lancs
Oct 27, 2009
0/2 found this review helpful

I Have spent two fantastic weeks in Orlando and the only disapointment was Discovery Cove. The idea was to have an exhilarating swim with a dolphin, however I wish that I had spent $7 to feed the dolphins at Seaworld and saved a load of money. The whole time we were in the pool with the dolphin we were getting... more

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5 of 5 stars
IllinoisHj21   16 contributions
Illinois
Oct 26, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

I can't add anything more positive than what others have contributed. Great day and incredible experience. Would do it again just to enjoy the relaxing day where you could enjoy yourself without waiting in line with crowds of people. It is actually a good value when you consider all that is included. more

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5 of 5 stars
Bullfrog14   1 contribution
Orland Park, Il
Oct 23, 2009
2/2 found this review helpful

Don't miss it! Snorkeling and the dolphin experience the best. Lazy river was. So great they had to get us out to close the park!! All the food and drinks you can consume! Worth the price. more

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5 of 5 stars
Sterling123   48 contributions
Shoemakersville, Pennsylvania
Oct 19, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

This is probably my favorite place that I've ever visited, and I've visited a lot. It's truly the ultimate water experience. The snorkeling is just amazing, to be among all these tropical fish and stingrays. It's like you are one with them. With the live vest, you can even close your eyes and just float. You can also do that... more

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5 of 5 stars
dcnut   4 contributions
dcnut
Oct 19, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

Discovery Cove is a great experience even if you don't swim with a dolphin. The dolphin interaction is exciting and entertaining and leaves you wanting to do it again. The fact that everything is included in the price makes things even more relaxing, because you don't have to worry about money and keeping track of other things. They only allow... more

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5 of 5 stars
LoverofLifeNh   21 contributions
NH
Oct 18, 2009
3/3 found this review helpful

It's been a lifelong dream of mine to swim with the Dolphins. Discovery Cove offers that and so much more. This is truly an all inclusive park that will spoil you all day. Fortunately, for me, I did not know that a continental breakfast was included in the price of a ticket. I arrived early and while everyone else stopped... more

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5 of 5 stars
FunMumYorkshire   1 contribution
Yorkshire
Oct 17, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

the day was amazing from start to finish, it went far too quickly. breakfast was being served on arrival and until 11am the lunch from 11 until 3, there were drinks and snacks freely available all day. the whole day was brilliant. towels.sun tan lotion, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, snorkel and goggles were provided too. the lazy river was so... more

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Discovery Cove Address

Sea World Drive, Orlando, FL 32821
Tel: 877-4DISCOVERY