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Discovery Cove

6000 Discovery Cove Way, Orlando, FL 32821
877-557-7404
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Ranked #1 of 170 attractions in Orlando
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Type: Amusement/ Theme Parks, Nature/ Wildlife Areas, Water Parks, Aquariums
Activities: Swimming with dolphins, Viewing wildlife, Swimming, Snorkelling
Fee: Yes
Traveller 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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West Sussex, England, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

We visited DC last week, having booked approx 3 weeks in advance. We included the Dolphin experience, which was our main reason for visiting. We arrived at 7.40am and were checked in quickly despite it being quite busy already at this time. You are checked in at a gorgeous "lodge" and given your dolphin swim time; ours was 8.50am. You... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Just amazing! Nothing beats seeing the look on your little ones face as they learn to snorkel and swim about the rays, or touch a dolphin. Some say it's pricey, but factor in the admission, the food and drink is included and then a couple of free visits to SeaWorld, Aquatica and Busch Gardens and it actually looks like good... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Great, swimming with dolphins, diving in one of the old fashioned diving suits [big heavy helmet] all food & drink included,Tip- go for lunch early, of very late as the queue ay 12-2 is huge, Kids disappeared all day, I even got an hour's sleep in the afternoon. Get there early to book your dolphin/ diving times. We got a... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Not much to add this place is amazing and was the best part of our stay in orlando. We did not do the dolphin swim as we have done it before. Make sure you get there early to get the most out of the day. Worth every penny!!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

the staff here look after you from the minute you step foot through the door. they don't over sell the tickets and maintain a beautiful day in a beautiful place.

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Brooklyn, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

I decided to splurge a little and go here for Mother's Day with the family. I've heard so many things about this place and with the added bonus of getting into Seaworld & Aquatica with admission it seemed like a good idea. What is really nice is everything is included. B-fast and Lunch, snacks all day - smoothies, chips, pretzels,... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Nothing more to say - just amazing. Take a waterproof camera and your swimsuit. Nothing else needed as everything else included

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

The price may seem steep, but when you factor in everything you get it's really worth it! Dolphin swim, food/snacks, drinks (including alcohol), lockers, towels, wet suit/vest, sample of waterproof sunscreen (more than enough to cover even me, who burns VERY easily), snorkel/mask, admission at Sea World and Aquatica (which we unfortunately didn't have time to do), parking, etc. We... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

I surprised my mom with a day at Discovery Cove with the dolphin swim and it was fantastic! We both had a great time, food was delish, drinks - the cups were too small but no limit on the number of times u can get in line. Changing and bathroom facilities very clean, no trash anywhere and lots of lifeguards.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

This was a really fun experience, Swimming with the dolphins. There was alot of fun things to do here. We'll be coming back here soon! And, great place to hangout for a day. I recommend staying for a whole day. Not a half day; So you can get everything in. For the full experience... Just a awesome attraction!

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