Get an “Inside Look” at SeaWorld Orlando featuring all-new Behind-the-Scenes Animal Care Experiences

Get an all-access glimpse at the habitats of your favorite animals. See them up close, speak with their SeaWorld caretakers, and learn how you can do your part to protect them in the wild.

SeaWorld Orland’s highly-anticipated Inside Look program is back this weekend, an annual experience that brings guests behind-the-scenes to learn more about animal care at one of the world’s leading zoological organizations.

Guests will be able to visit places and meet people who care for SeaWorld’s animals every day

and see the conservation work led by the park’s animal care experts around the clock.

The event runs during the weekends of January 10 & 11 and January 17 & 18. Inside Look

experiences are included in regular park admission, but this event is extremely popular and

highly attended, so guests are encouraged to arrive early to access this exclusive offering.

“Inside Look gives our guests a rare opportunity to step behind the scenes and see the

extraordinary care and dedication that happens every day at SeaWorld Orlando,” said Jon

Peterson, Park President at SeaWorld Orlando. “From animal rescue to daily care, these

experiences highlight the world-class operations within our park and the passion of our teams

who work tirelessly to protect animals, inspire conservation, and help safeguard vulnerable

species for future generations.What makes Inside Look especially unique is the level of access guests receive during the event.

While select behind-the-scenes experiences are offered at SeaWorld Orlando throughout the

year for purchase, Inside Look is the only time guests can hear directly from the animal care

professionals, aquarists, and rescue team members who work hands-on with the animals every

day. From daily care routines to rescue and rehabilitation efforts, these expert-led interactions

offer a deeper, firsthand perspective on the dedication and expertise behind SeaWorld

Orlando’s animal care and conservation work, all included with regular park admission.

“At SeaWorld Orlando, we are always looking for ways to inspire guests to be advocates for

animal conservation,” said Keith Yip, Vice President of Zoological Operations at SeaWorld

Orlando. “Inside Look is a way to showcase the hard work our animal care specialists do behind

the scenes and educate future generations about how they can help protect endangered

species and marine habitats for years to come.”

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There will be many incredible exclusive experiences returning to SeaWorld Orlando’s “Inside

Look” program this year and a few exciting new ones, including:

NEW: Inside Antarctica (Penguin Habitat)

Guests can go behind the scenes and step inside SeaWorld Orlando’s Antarctica habitat, home

to six species of penguins, including emperor penguins. Led by animal care specialists, this

experience offers a closer look at how the team cares for these cold-climate birds and

maintains their specialized habitat year-round. SeaWorld Orlando is the only place in the

Western Hemisphere where guests can get up-close to Space is limited, tickets must be reserved

in person.

NEW: Inside Birds of Prey

Guests can go behind the scenes at SeaWorld Orlando’s Mammal, Avian & Exotic Wildlife care

area for a closer look at birds of prey in a dedicated space not typically open to the public. Led

by knowledgeable animal care specialists, this experience features a variety of species including

owls and a bald eagle. This experience offers guests the opportunity to observe a bird up close

while learning about specialized care, training, and conservation efforts that support these

remarkable animals.

Inside Marine Mammal Care (Dolphin Nursery)

Guests can enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at how SeaWorld Orlando’s animal care team

prepares specialized diets for dolphins, followed by an opportunity to meet a dolphin at the

Dolphin Nursery. Led by expert animal care specialists, this experience highlights how learned

animal behaviors support wellness checks and allow teams to conduct vital health

examinations. Space is limited, tickets must be reserved in person.

Inside the SeaWorld Rescue Center

Guests can visit the home base of the SeaWorld Rescue Team to meet and hear from the

dedicated filtration experts, animal care personnel, lab technicians, and veterinarians who work

24/7 to deliver life-saving care to animals in need. Guests can learn more about SeaWorld’s

Rescue Center that has the capacity to care for hundreds of animals. SeaWorld’s Rescue Teams

have aided over 42,650 sick, injured, and orphaned animals, giving them a second chance at

life.

Inside Coral Rescue

Guests can go behind the scenes with SeaWorld Orlando’s coral biologists to learn about the

vital work underway to protect and restore Florida’s Coral Reef. Often called the “rainforests of

the ocean,” coral reefs are living colonies that play a critical role in supporting marine life and

maintaining healthy ecosystems. During these expert-led talks, biologists share insights into the

current state of Florida’s reefs and ongoing conservation efforts.

Inside Manta Aquarium

Guests can take a rare topside look inside Manta Aquarium and learn how SeaWorld Orlando’s

aquarists care for more than 3,000 marine animals across 10 unique aquariums. From vibrant

corals and tropical fish to sleek sharks, this behind-the-scenes experience offers insight into the

daily care and expertise required to maintain this awe-inspiring habitat.

Inside Shark Encounter

Guests can enjoy a rare topside view inside Shark Encounter and discover what it takes to care

for sharks and sawfish in SeaWorld Orlando’s 700,000-gallon habitat. This behind-the-scenes

experience offers insight into daily animal care, including visits to the medical pool where

annual physicals are conducted. Guests will also learn how the habitat is maintained, from the

moving walkway used during cleaning to the specialized feeding practices that keep these

animals thriving.

Presentations & Animal Care Specialist Talks

Get closer to the animals and the experts who care for them through engaging, behind-the-

scenes presentations across the park. From trainer insights to diver stories, these talks offer a

deeper look at daily care, training, and the strong relationships built between animals and their

dedicated teams. Learn how expertise, trust, and passion come together in every presentation.

Family Fun & Games

Jump into the fun with interactive games, hands-on family activities, and a park-wide scavenger

hunt that brings SeaWorld’s animal care stories to life. Cheer on teams during a high-energy

trivia showdown, create and play in family activity zones, and test your knowledge as you

explore Inside Look locations throughout the park. Learning, laughter, and friendly competition

included.

Best Way to Experience the “Inside Look” Program

An Annual Pass offers one of the easiest ways for guests to experience SeaWorld Orlando’s

Inside Look program while enjoying the flexibility to return throughout the year. Pass Members

receive 12 months of visits and access to special benefits such as free parking, guest tickets,

select VIP experiences, and savings on merchandise. Annual Passes are currently available at a

discounted rate, offering savings of up to 35%, with some restrictions and blackout dates

applying.

Additional details and purchasing options are available at SeaWorldOrlando.com.

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