Spend time with these playful, intelligent animals and learn about their natural history and amazing aquatic adaptations.  An animal care specialist will guide you through a 10-minute poolside session as guests learn different hand signals used to communicate with dolphins as well as playtime with these inquisitive animals.

Reservation includes the Dolphin Encounter program on day and time of your reservation only. Park admission is not included with your program reservation but is required. Due to the special nature of this program, space is limited and early reservations are recommended.

For the safety of our guests, Ambassadors, and our animals, SeaWorld San Diego has taken extra steps to provide the safest possible Dolphin Encounter experience:

• Please check in for your Dolphin Encounter at Dolphin Point at least 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time.
• Participants under 18 will need a paid parent or guardian present. Participants under 50 inches tall must be accompanied by a paid parent or guardian..  
• Taking photos of the animals and your experience is encouraged, however SeaWorld ambassadors will not be allowed to handle your camera or other personal equipment during your encounter.
• No loose jewelry, sunglasses or smoking is permitted during the interaction.
• All participants will be given the opportunity to wash and/or sanitize their hands before and after their encounter.
• Party sizes and inventory is limited to ensure physical distancing. There are limited spots available and we cannot guarantee there will be room to add extra participants.
• Program times, prices, components and animal participation are subject to change without notice.
• Any “animal experience reservations” can be changed or cancelled once for free as long as the change is 48 hours in advance of the reservation date, but there are charges for changes made within 48 hours or for more than one change. “Animal experience reservations” are nonrefundable with less than 48 hours' advance notice of cancellation.
• Please keep in mind if you arrive late you may not be able to join the program.

 Our animal care specialists will guide you through a unique, hands-on experience that includes the opportunity to hand-feed a beluga.

• A behind the scenes visit at Wild Arctic.
• Up-close encounters with our beluga whales.
• Animal experts will share their knowledge and experience of caring for these animals.
• Participant must be at least 4 years of age to participate. Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paid adult participant.
• Space is limited in our Encounter area, therefore we are unable to accommodate observers in addition to the participants.

Discover why these majestic mammals have touched our hearts and inspired millions of people to conserve our ocean habitats. Killer Whale Up-Close Tour includes: A guided 15 minute walking tour, a session with our animal behaviorists, ending with a photo opportunity you’ll never forget and animal experts sharing their knowledge and experiences of caring for these unique animals.

Guests must be over the age of 6 years old to participate. Guests under the age of 6 will not be permitted. Guests under the age of 18 will need to be accompanied by an adult.

• Participant must be at least 4 years of age to participate. Children under the age 16 must be accompanied by a paid adult participant
• Encounter begins at Sea Lion Amphitheatre near the Garden of Discovery
• Meet a sea lion up-close
• Animal experts will share their knowledge and experience of caring for these animals

During this one-of-a-kind experience, an animal care specialist will teach you about each walrus, their unique personalities, and how they are cared for each day.  

• Opportunity to have your picture taken while interacting with a walrus
• Learn more about our walruses and their unique personalities
• Learn how our animal team takes care of these amazing mammals

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 18 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult. Groups will be combined for encounter with a maximum of 8 guests (group size based on limited space in back exhibit area). Program times, prices, components and animal participation are subject to change. Cancellations with less than 48 hours’ notice are nonrefundable.

For the safety of our guests, Ambassadors, and our animals, SeaWorld San Diego has taken extra steps to provide the safest possible experience:

• Please check in for your Sloth Encounter at the Sloth Interaction Check-In near Dolphin Amphitheater at least 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time.
• Participants under 18 will need a parent or guardian present. Participants must be 6 years old and accompanied by paid adult participant.
• Taking photos of the animals and your experience is encouraged, however SeaWorld ambassadors will not be allowed to handle your camera or other personal equipment during your encounter.
• No loose jewelry, sunglasses or smoking is permitted during the interaction.
• All participants will be given the opportunity to wash and/or sanitize their hands before and after their encounter.
• Party sizes and inventory is limited to ensure physical distancing. There are limited spots available and we cannot guarantee there will be room to add extra participants.
• Program times, prices, components and animal participation are subject to change without notice.
• The program fee is non-refundable, however the program will be rescheduled when possible. Please keep in mind if you arrive late you may not be able to join the program.

• A behind the scenes visit inside our Sea Otter exhibit.
• Watch as our sea otters enjoy their lunch and help feed them their favorite snacks.
• Animal experts will share their knowledge and experience of caring for these animals.
• Meet 15 minutes prior to the Otter Encounter at Wild Arctic, outside of the Arctic Trading Post 
• This encounter is currently not wheelchair accessible 

Get the benefits of Quick Queue Unlimited & Single Use express entry to Arctic Rescue.

Unlimited priority ride boarding at:

• Electric Eel
• Manta
• Shipwreck Rapids
• Journey to Atlantis 

Includes One Single-Use Express Entry to Arctic Rescue

Reserved Seating entitles the guest to single-day unlimited reserved seating at participating venues. Participating venues include Orca Encounter, Dolphin Amphitheater, and Sea Lion & Otter Amphitheater. Not available in wet/soak zone sections. Valid for select show & presentation times; reference the park map or venue clocks on the day of visit for valid times. Seating is reserved up to show start time only. Unused seats may be open for general seating at show time. Not valid for Bayside Amphitheater, Nautilus Amphitheater or Mission Bay Theater shows. Restrictions may apply.

Quick Queue Unlimited is valid for single-day unlimited front-of-the-line access at participating rides (Quick Queue). Single-Use Express Entry to Arctic Rescue. Restrictions may apply. Park admission is not included with your purchase but is required. Must show issued ticket to each Ride and Show/Presentation attendant for entry. Available on a limited basis while supplies last. Product offerings subject to change without notice. Pricing varies by season – check specific date for pricing. Quick Queue: Entitles the guest to single-day unlimited front-of-the-line access at participating rides and a Single-Use Express Entry to Artic Rescue. Unlimited access rides include Journey to Atlantis®, Manta®, Wild Arctic®, and Shipwreck Rapids®. All ride height and safety restrictions apply: Electric Eel - 54" (138 cm) or taller, Journey to Atlantis® – 42" (107 cm) or taller, Wild Arctic® – 42" (107 cm) or taller, Shipwreck Rapids® – 42" (107 cm) or taller, and Manta® – 48" (122 cm) or taller. Guests between 42" and 48" tall must be accompanied by a Supervising Companion (a Supervising Companion is a person 14 years of age or older) for Journey to Atlantis, Wild Arctic and Shipwreck Rapids rides.

Unlimited priority ride boarding at:

• Electric Eel
• Manta
• Shipwreck Rapids
• Journey to Atlantis

Quick Queue entitles the guest to single-day unlimited priority boarding at participating rides, including Manta®, Electric Eel, Journey to Atlantis and Shipwreck Rapids®. All ride height and safety restrictions apply: Manta® – 48" (122 cm) or taller, Electric Eel – 54" (137 cm) or taller, Journey to Atlantis and Shipwreck Rapids® – 42" (107 cm) or taller. Guests between 42" and 48" tall must be accompanied by a Supervising Companion (a Supervising Companion is a person 14 years of age or older) for Journey to Atlantis, and Shipwreck Rapids rides. Park admission is not included with your purchase but is required. Must show issued ticket to each ride attendant for admittance to front-of-line admission. Available on a limited basis while supplies last. Product offerings subject to change without notice. Rides may close down temporarily for inclement weather and/or technical difficulties. Restrictions may apply. Pricing varies by season – check specific date for pricing. Cannot be combined with any other offers, promotions or discounts. Non-replaceable, non-transferable, not for resale and cannot be redeemed for cash. Rebooking requires at least 24 hours advance notice. Void if altered and photocopies will not be accepted.

Valid for unlimited single-day reserved seating at the venues of our most popular shows & presentations. Participating venues include Orca Encounter, Dolphin Amphitheater, and Sea Lion & Otter Amphitheater.

Reserved Seating entitles the guest to single-day unlimited reserved seating at participating venues. Participating venues include Orca Encounter, Dolphin Amphitheater, and Sea Lion & Otter Amphitheater. Not available in wet/soak zone sections. Valid for select show & presentation times; reference the park map or venue clocks on the day of visit for valid times. Seating is reserved up to show start time only. Unused seats may be open for general seating at show time. Not valid for Bayside Amphitheater, Nautilus Amphitheater or Mission Bay Theater shows. Restrictions may apply. Park admission is not included with your purchase but is required. Must show issued ticket to each attendant for admittance to reserved seating section. Available on a limited basis while supplies last. Product offerings subject to change without notice. Pricing varies by season – check specific date for pricing. Cannot be combined with any other offers, promotions or discounts. Reserved Seating can be changed or cancelled once for free as long as the change is 24 hours in advance of the reservation date, but there are charges for changes made within 24 hours or for more than one change. Rebooking or cancellation requires at least 24 hours' advance notice. Void if altered and photocopies will not be accepted.

Get the benefits of Quick Queue and reserved seating, every day you visit for a full year.

Unlimited priority ride boarding at:

• Electric Eel
• Manta
• Shipwreck Rapids
• Journey to Atlantis

Unlimited reserved seating at:

• Orca Encounter
• Dolphin Amphitheater
• Sea Lion & Otter Amphitheater