Orlando Killer Whale Tour - Orca Encounter

Orca Up Close Tour

Come face-to-face with our killer whales during this one-of-a-kind animal experience!

Are you left speechless after our Orca Encounter presentation? Then go beyond what you see and get up-close to our most amazing ocean ambassador!

If you have ever dreamed of meeting a Killer Whale, this once-in-a-lifetime tour of Orca Encounter is for you. After an exclusive interaction with one of our SeaWorld Animal Care Specialists, you’ll pose for a rare photo with these fascinating animals

Orca Up Close Tour

Get ready to dive into the daily lives of SeaWorld's orca whales.

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Orca Up Close Tour

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Orca Up Close Tour

Guest (ages 3+)

$ 99.00 /ea.

During this tour, you will have the opportunity to meet one of our Animal Care Specialists who will share personal stories and unique facts about these amazing animal ambassadors. Discover why these majestic marine mammals have touched our hearts and inspired millions of people to conserve our ocean habitats.

Experience a personal training session with our Animal Care Specialists
Enjoy a unique opportunity to take a memorable photo with a Orca Whale
Animal experts will share their knowledge and experience of caring for these animals.
Groups will be combined for tour of about 20 guests
Professional photographers may photograph participants and select animal interactions; photos are sold separately
Admission to SeaWorld is required and not included
Guests under 3 years of age are free and do not require a reservation
All guests under 15 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult
Program times, prices, components, and animal participation are subject to change or cancellation due to availability or weather
Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice are nonrefundable
Individuals with disabilities who require accommodations should visit the Contact Us page to discuss requests prior to making reservations
This tour is not ADA accessible. Guests are required to descend and climb a long flight of stairs to enter the interaction area

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Killer Whale Photo Add-On Package

Let us take care of getting your photos with our Killer Whale Photo Add-On Package that includes four printed photos.

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$ 30.00 /ea.

Let us take care of getting your photos with our Killer Whale Photo Add-On Package that includes four printed photos.

After you have a whale of a time, we’re sure you’ll want to take home a souvenir, so we’re making it easy and you’ll get to save! This add-on package includes four printed photos, so you can take more than just memories home with you.

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Killer Whale FAQs

Why are orcas called killer whales?

Orcas aren't whales at all—they are the largest type of dolphin—but they can hunt and eat small whales because of their size. Sailors saw this and called them “whale killers,” Over time, they were called “killer whales.” Check out our Orca Encounter killer whale presentation to learn more.

How big is a killer whale?

Female killer whales average 16-19 feet long and can weigh 3,000-8,000 pounds; males average 19-22 feet long and can weigh 8,000 to 12,000 pounds.

What do killer whales in Florida eat?

A killer whale’s habitat dictates what they eat in the wild, which could include wild fish, crabs, sea turtles, squid, small whales, seals, and even seabirds. You can eat your meal of choice and learn about the world-class food our orcas receive during the Dine with Orcas experience.

Do killer whales hunt great white sharks?

Killer whales do hunt and eat great white sharks, and they have been found working in pairs or teams to take down these big predators. Love sharks? We don’t have great whites, but you can interact with and touch smaller sharks during our Up-Close Shark presentation.

Why are SeaWorld killer whales called orcas?

“Killer whale” is a scary term, especially when we’re just talking about oversized dolphins. At SeaWorld, we use the correct term, “orca,” as much as possible to destigmatize these beautiful animals. If you’re nervous about meeting an orca, you might be able to practice at our Orca Underwater Viewing Area before your tour.