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Shark Encounter®

Enter into a fascinating journey through one of the world’s largest underwater viewing tunnels.

At Shark Encounter, experience a rare, up-close look at prehistoric predators whose ancestors dominated the sea over 450 million years ago—long before even dinosaurs walked the earth. 

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Animals Family Friendly
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Get Even Closer

Learn even more about the Sharks that make their home at Shark Encounter. Participate in an Up-Close Tour to venture above the shark aquarium in Shark Encounter and touch a small shark and learn more about their care from a member of our Animal Care team.
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Shark Swim

Have a experience of a lifetime by getting up-close and swimming with sharks at Discovery Cove. Add this experience to your All-Inclusive Dolphin Swim and Day Resort packages. Limited availability for guests ages 10+.

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Discovery Cove Shark Swim

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