With more than 100 million visitors since its opening on March 21, 1964, SeaWorld is San Diego�s premiere tourist attraction and one of the most popular marine parks in the world. The founding principles of education, entertainment, research and conservation make SeaWorld an ideal place to learn about, enjoy and gain an appreciation for some of the ocean�s most fascinating animals. Occupying 189 acres on beautiful Mission Bay Park, SeaWorld is known for spectacular animal shows, interactive attractions, aquariums, rides and dining facilities. This year, SeaWorld will offer all the amazing animal interactions, shows and education guests have come to expect, along with a new and exciting thrill ride, Journey To Atlantis.
NEW THIS SEASON
Journey To Atlantis This Memorial Day weekend, SeaWorld San Diego will open the most exciting attraction in its 40-year history: a multimillion dollar project featuring a wet and wild thrill ride, and a new, 130,000-gallon Commerson�s dolphin habitat. Journey To Atlantis riders board eight-passenger Greek fishing boats for their six-minute adventure that tells the tale of Atlantis through simulated earthquake tremors and floods, and other dazzling special effects, such as projected lights, fog and water cannons. Riders experience thrills and chills again and again, including a splashy, 60-foot plunge into a lake. After their journey to the ancient city, guests enjoy an underwater view of a marine mammal most have never seen: Commerson�s dolphins.
ADVENTURES The Shamu Adventure features the world-famous killer whale, Shamu, and SeaWorld�s entire killer whale family, performing in a million-gallon pool in a stadium that seats 5,500 guests. The current set design features graphics derived from the northwest Indian tribe Tlingit�s artwork of killer whales and other Alaskan animals. The Shamu Adventure highlights the spectacular natural behaviors of killer whales and the unique relationships that SeaWorld trainers have created with them. Shamu is occasionally joined by Baby Shamu, and they delight guests as they interact with each other, their trainers and several audience volunteers. A Web site linked to the show, www.shamu.com, highlights behaviors of the whales and trainers. R. L. Stine�s Haunted Lighthouse R.L. Stine�s Haunted Lighthouse, starring Christopher Lloyd and Lea Thompson, is a spine-tingling adventure about a sister and brother on summer vacation, who dare to discover the truth about the legend of a haunted lighthouse. This thrilling 4-D film combines state-of-the-art visual effects with multi-sensory surprises. Pets Rule! Where else but SeaWorld can you get nose-to-nose with a polar bear, eye-to-eye with a dolphin and head-to-head with your favorite pet. Pets Rule! is a zany show where more than 150 pets � including clever canines, curious cats, beautiful birds and unpredictable pigs � take charge and show humans who�s the boss. Cirque de la Mer is a summer show in which a variety of colorful �Amphibians�, a combination of humans and sea creatures, visit SeaWorld and demonstrate their super-human abilities. A Zorb, the Amphibian form of transportation, allows the half-human, half-sea creatures to travel and perform, both on land, water, and in the air.
Fools With Tools features California sea lions Clyde and Seamore vying for the right to be the master handyman and one true star of their cable-TV, home repair show. Sea Lion and Otter Stadium has been transformed into a television studio, and the audience watches as these two compete for star billing. The laughs are nonstop when mischief-making Asian small-clawed otters enter the scene and ruin Clyde and Seamore�s best-laid plans by stealing the all-important contract and causing havoc on the set.
Shipwreck Rapids takes castaways on an adventure in nine-passenger inner tubes in the hope of returning to civilization. Passengers encounter raging rapids, roaring waterfalls, sunbathing sea turtles, a near collision with a ship�s propeller and a dark, forbidding tunnel that takes lost travelers through the interior of a ship�s engine room. At journey�s end, castaways can relax and satisfy their appetites at Shipwreck Reef Caf�, where trainers and animals mingle with guests. Wild Arctic, one of SeaWorld�s most popular attractions, takes guests on a journey to the frozen North. Getting there is half the fun. Visitors board a simulated jet helicopter for an exhilarating ride with real bumps, jumps and thrills. Disembarking guests find a realistic arctic research station that brings them face to face with beluga whales, polar bears, walruses, seals and, occasionally, an arctic fox. Guests feel arctic temperatures as they pass through Wild Arctic�s ice tunnel, complete with foggers, misters, simulated snow and a 25-foot-long ice wall.
Dolphin Discovery showcases SeaWorld�s family of bottlenose dolphins and pilot whales in a splashy, high-energy show with some surprise comic moments. A volunteer family right out of the audience gets involved in the fun and gets an up close and personal introduction to these amazing animals.
Shark Encounter takes SeaWorld guests underwater with sharks, rays and tropical fish. The 280,000-gallon attraction features a 57-foot acrylic tube running the length of the sharks� habitat. Sand tiger, bonnethead, blacktip and whitetip sharks are among the species living in this popular attraction.
Penguin Encounter features more than 350 penguins representing six antarctic and sub-antarctic species. Guests get a close-up look at these delightful animals as they swim and waddle in the 25-degree, snow-filled habitat. The Penguin Encounter also is home to a lively group of arctic birds: tufted puffins and common murres. Warm-weather Magellanic penguins, a species native to Chile and Argentina, live outside the Penguin Encounter.
Shamu�s Happy Harbor, a 2-acre, colorful adventure playland, features more than 20 interactive attractions to thrill young SeaWorld guests. Net crawls, an air bounce, jumping fountains, slippery slides, a 2-story funship and a wet water maze are a few of the entertaining activities SeaWorld�s young guests can explore.
Freshwater Aquarium and Aquarium de la Mer each have about two dozen displays, with aquariums as large as 8,000 gallons featuring tropical, cold-water and fish species native to the waters off Southern California. SeaWorld�s aquariums feature an up-close look at hundreds of species of fish and other ocean creatures and plants. World of the Sea Aquarium features tropical, schooling and Southern California fishes in four 36,000- to 52,000-gallon habitats. A special white sea bass display contains about 60 adult fish that are part of the brood stock from the Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute�s ground-breaking aquaculture project.
Anheuser-Busch Hospitality Center emphasizes the rich history of SeaWorld�s parent company with an attraction that features a restaurant, gift shop, beer sampling, information center, Budweiser Beer School and Clydesdale Hamlet. The Hamlet is home to several world-famous Budweiser Clydesdale horses along with Dalmatians, the traditional dogs of the hitch. Guests 21 and older may sample quality Anheuser-Busch products including Budweiser, Bud Light, Michelob, Michelob Ultra and Bacardi Silver. Summer nights featuring Mystique de la Mer, scheduled weekends only beginning May 29 through June 12 and daily June 19 through Labor Day, features extended park hours, live music and special nighttime animal shows. The sea creatures from the magical underwater world of Atlantis come out at night for Mystique de la Mer, featuring gymnastics, aerial performances and more. Stay late at the Main Gate for fireworks and SeaWorld�s grand finale, Ocean FantaSea, an ensemble show featuring Mystique cast members performing to live music. As the sun sets over Mission Bay this summer, SeaWorld is transformed like never before.
Club SeaWorld Presented by Pepsi is back for the fifth year, making SeaWorld the hip place for the teen crowd once again this summer. Club SeaWorld presents up-and-coming and national musical acts. Teens can dance to their favorite songs, get autographs, play games and see a spectacular fireworks show every Thursday night, July 8 through Aug. 26 at the park�s Main Gate Plaza. And, back again this year is Club SeaWorld Superstar, a weekly talent contest for incredible prizes. For more information visit www.clubseaworld.com. ANIMAL INTERACTIONS SeaWorld�s Trainer for a Day program allows guests to learn firsthand how SeaWorld trainers care for, train and build relationships with killer whales, dolphins and other animals. Each Trainer for a Day participant dons a wet suit and shadows a SeaWorld animal trainer for a seven-hour work shift. The program includes an educational introduction to SeaWorld�s training methods, show preparation, training sessions with dolphins and killer whales, and a highlight for many � the opportunity to enter the water with a trainer and interact with a dolphin.
Since the program is an up-close intimate experience, only three guests at a time can be SeaWorld Trainers for a Day. Participants must be at least 13. The cost is $395 and includes lunch and a souvenir T-shirt; $295 for Silver and Platinum Passport members. Each guest can bring an observer with them at the cost of $125. For more information and reservations call the Trainer for a Day hotline toll free at (877) 436-5746.
Shamu Close Up offers unparalleled views of Shamu and companions as they swim, play and socialize. With specially designed observation decks and a panoramic underwater viewing gallery, the opportunities for close-up observation of these magnificent marine mammals are unsurpassed.
Rocky Point Preserve is a two-part attraction that allows guests to see and learn more about bottlenose dolphins and California sea otters. Guests can feed the dolphins at specified times each day and look through underwater viewing panels to see the animals surfing and frolicking. Nearby, sea otters forage for shrimp and clams and play with enrichment toys in their pool. Surrounding the animal habitat, colorful and interactive graphics invite guests to touch and explore a life-size dolphin model, larger-than-life dolphin and porpoise teeth, killer whale and sea otter jaw models and sea otter fur. Interactive elements allow guests to guess how much a sea otter eats, how many hairs make up their pelt and what other ocean animals eat.
Dolphin Interaction Program (DIP) was created for guests who want to enter the water with these beautiful animals. Participants learn about bottlenose dolphin anatomy, training and husbandry in a 30-minute class and then enter the dolphins� habitat for 20-25 minutes to feed, touch and even give the animals cues for trained behaviors. Program fees are $140 ($105 for SeaWorld Silver or Platinum Passport members). Program fees do not include park admission. Advance registration is recommended. For more information and reservations call (877) 436-5746. Dine With Shamu is more than just a dining experience � it�s an up-close adventure with the star of SeaWorld. While enjoying food from a delicious poolside buffet, guests meet killer whale trainers and see Shamu in a whole new light. Dine With Shamu is offered most weekends and select weekdays throughout the year. Dine With Shamu is $32 plus tax for adults and $18 plus tax for children ages 3-9. For available dates and reservations visit www.seaworld.com. Guided Tours offer guests the inside scoop with several behind-the-scenes opportunities. Expert guides take guests on adventures that may include areas such as the shark laboratory, the animal care area and SeaWorld�s killer whale facility. At the tour�s conclusion, guests receive special reserved seating at a Shamu show. A variety of special topic, private and VIP tours also are available with advance notice. Special topic tours include the Wild Arctic Experience, which may include interaction with animals such as beluga whales and walruses; and the Spotlight Tour, which may include interactions with animals, such as dolphins, penguins and moray eels. Prices range from $8 to $45 for public tours; $250 to $500 for private tours. Call (800) 23-SHAMU.
Shipwreck Reef Caf� is an interactive dining experience in which exotic tropical birds, birds of prey and otters visit with guests as they dine throughout five themed areas around Shipwreck Island. This specially themed restaurant offers fresh-grilled seafood, vegetables, meats, desserts and more. Forbidden Reef treats guests to underwater caverns where they find themselves face to face with hundreds of mysterious moray eels. At the surface, graceful bat rays glide by in a shallow lagoon, lingering just long enough for guests to stroke their velvety skin or offer them a piece of squid.
California Tide Pool guests can reach below the surface to touch prickly sea urchins and pick up live sea stars. Guests discover fascinating animals like sea anemones, sea hares and hermit crabs. Park educators are on hand to answer questions and share information about the fascinating animals of the intertidal zone. Seal and Sea Lion Exhibit features California sea lions and harbor seals, where guests can feed the marine mammals fish.
ENVIRONMENTAL SeaWorld�s Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation Program is an important part of the park�s commitment to conservation, research and education. The program�s objective is to return rehabilitated animals to the wild. Through this program, SeaWorld�s mammal, bird and fish specialists have rescued, treated, sheltered, rehabilitated and released thousands of ill, injured and stranded animals. With an average 200 rescues per year, nearly 65 percent of the animals rescued are successfully rehabilitated and returned to the wild. Marine species treated by the SeaWorld team include sea turtles, pelicans, seabirds, whales, dolphins, seals, sea lions and sea otters.
Manatee Rescue is one of only three U.S. locations outside Florida displaying the endangered Florida manatee. Several rescued and rehabilitated manatees live in this fascinating attraction. More than 800 square feet of underwater viewing offers an unparalleled view of manatees as they swim, rest, eat and interact. SeaWorld�s Garden of Discovery features fun and interactive activities for the entire family.
Home gardeners, horticulturists and wildlife enthusiasts can discover how they might recreate some of SeaWorld�s gardening magic in their own backyards. Adults visiting this beautiful garden also will enjoy a butterfly, bird and bee garden, horticulture demonstrations and a self-guided tour. Children will delight in an underground peek at a worm�s life, exploring garden tools, a bee�s-eye-view of plant pollination and even digging for fossils. SeaWorld�s award-winning gardens are in bloom year-round. With approximately 40 acres of landscaping in the 189-acre adventure park, guests are sure to enjoy SeaWorld�s spectacular plant collection.
SeaWorld�s Oiled Wildlife Care Center is an example of a successful private and public partnership dedicated to environmental stewardship. This facility employs lessons learned from past oil spills, improvements in wildlife rescue, care and rehabilitation. When not being used for oil spill response, the 8,000-square-foot complex houses ill or injured animals in SeaWorld�s Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation Program.
Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute, which is located on Mission Bay just west of SeaWorld, is a public, non-profit organization dedicated to providing solutions to conflicts that arise between human activity and the natural world. Hubbs-SeaWorld's scientists apply sophisticated technologies to seek the solutions that protect and conserve marine animals while benefiting humans and their reliance on marine resources.
Research at the Institute focuses on rare, endangered and threatened species and habitats, on depleted fishery resources and on the ecology of marine animals and biological diversity.
Founded in 1963 to conduct research in the tradition of Milton C. Shedd, one of the visionary founders of SeaWorld San Diego, and world-renowned scientists, Carl L. and Laura C. Hubbs, its charter has always been: �to return to the sea some measure of the benefits derived from it.� Access to SeaWorld's extensive marine zoological collection and superb facilities are unique assets as they provide the Institute with unparalleled opportunities for scientific studies. For more information visit www.hswri.org.
The SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund was established in May of 2003 by Busch Entertainment Corporation, the family entertainment subsidiary of Anheuser-Busch Cos., Inc. It is a private non-profit charitable foundation designed to substantially increase the company�s current financial support for environmental, research, education and animal rescue programs. It also allows, for the first time, SeaWorld and Busch Gardens guests to contribute to the parks� efforts to preserve endangered wildlife, support worthy conservation and research organizations worldwide, and to aid ill, orphaned, injured or stranded animals.
Visitors to all nine Anheuser-Busch Adventure Parks may donate to the fund at more than 35 park gift shops and other outlets. For more information visit www.swbg-conservationfund.org.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES SeaWorld Sleepovers are available throughout the year for children pre-kindergarten through high school. Guests awake to see gentle manatees, sharks, graceful beluga whales, fishes or penguins. A new Sleepover venue in 2004 will be available in front of the park�s Commerson�s dolphin pool at Journey To Atlantis. Fun-filled activities educate children about the animals� habitats, behaviors and characteristics. All Sleepovers include a T-shirt, pizza party, hot breakfast, structured program and admission to SeaWorld the day after the Sleepover. Advanced reservations are required. For more information call (800) 23-SHAMU.
SeaWorld Adventure Camp: The new facility, which opened summer 2003, allows the park to accommodate 128 campers per week, compared to 24 campers per week in previous camp seasons. Children explore the world of animals and get involved in some serious summer fun. Children grades four through 12 can participate in SeaWorld Resident Camp. They spend six nights at SeaWorld and discover firsthand how to care for the park�s animals. Out-of-park excursions also are part of the adventure in this ultimate resident camp. During SeaWorld Day Camp, children from preschool through high school learn about SeaWorld animals, make crafts and play games. All camps are accredited by the American Camping Association. For more information call (800) 23-SHAMU.
SeaWorld Birthday Tours are one-hour or two-hour specialized tours that celebrate the guest of honor�s birthday with his or her favorite SeaWorld animals. The birthday tour includes SeaWorld party invitations, a plush animal toy for the birthday guest, a knowledgeable tour guide and reserved seats at a Shamu show. This memorable experience must be scheduled in advance. Call (800) 23-SHAMU for additional information and reservations.
Internet: A leader in conservation and education, Anheuser-Busch Adventure Parks maintain one of the largest animal information sites on the World Wide Web designed especially for students, parents and teachers at www.seaworld.org. Via the Internet, SeaWorld provides an educational resource for the entire community including colorful photographs and information on exotic animals, marine wildlife research and animal behavior studies. For other information about SeaWorld and other Anheuser-Busch adventure parks, visit www.seaworld.com. Toll-free Shamu Information Line: How fast can a polar bear swim? How much food does Shamu eat each day? Students with questions about marine mammals, their habitats and adaptations may call SeaWorld�s Shamu Information Line at (800) 23-SHAMU. Hearing-impaired callers can reach the information line through a TDD machine at (800) TD-SHAMU. SeaWorld education experts answer this toll-free phone line Monday through Friday, 1 to 4 p.m. (Pacific Time).
School Groups: Field trips, special tours, outreach programs, resident camps, sleepovers and other programs for preschool through adult. The SeaWorld Education programs support the National Science Standards. Call (800) 23-SHAMU for additional information.
Youth Patch Program: For scouts and other youth groups. Marine-life-themed patches complement this self-guided program. Offered daily, year-round. Call (800) 23-SHAMU for details.
GENERAL INFORMATION SeaWorld San Diego SeaWorld is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2004. The park opened March 21, 1964, and has played host to more than 100 million guests. Located on beautiful Mission Bay, SeaWorld encompasses 189.5 acres, including parking and support facilities. Shows
The Shamu Adventure � Shamu Stadium seats 5,500 Dolphin Discovery � Dolphin Stadium seats 3,000 R.L. Stine�s Haunted Lighthouse � Mission Bay Theater seats 720 Pets Rule! � Pets� Playhouse seats 2,100 Cirque de la Mer (seasonal) � Amphibitheater seats 2,800 Rides Journey To Atlantis (opens Memorial Day weekend; included in park admission) Shipwreck Rapids (included in park admission) Wild Arctic (included in park admission) Southwest Airlines Skytower (one ride $3; two rides $5) Bayside Skyride (one ride $3; two rides $5) Hours of operation Opening and closing times vary by season. Hours are extended during holiday periods and summer nights (Memorial Day through Labor Day). Please call (800) 380-3203 for current hours. Admission $49.75 for adults; $39.75 for children ages 3-9; free for children 2 and younger. A 2-Day Adventure Ticket that allows guests to visit SeaWorld for two consecutive days is $53.75 for adults and $43.75 for children ages 3-9. Multi-day tickets and popular 12-month pass memberships are available for adults, children and seniors.
2004 SeaWorld Fun Card Back by popular demand, the 2004 SeaWorld Fun Card allows visitors to come back to the park again and again for the rest of 2004.* Cost: $51.95 for adults; $42.95 for children ages 3-9. Those who purchase their Fun Card by May 2 also will receive a Fun Pack filled with exclusive offers including a sneak preview to SeaWorld�s attraction Journey to Atlantis, scheduled to open Memorial Day weekend. *Excluded dates are May 30, July 4 and Sept. 5.
Passport Program Silver Passport membership that allows unlimited visits for one year, free parking and many in-park benefits, is $79.95 for adults, $69.95 for seniors 50 and older and $64.95 for children ages 3-9. The Silver Add-a-Year Passport, which provides the same in-park benefits as the Silver Passport plus the value of a two-year membership, is $144.90 for adults, $124.90 for seniors and $114.90 for children. The Platinum Passport is a one-year membership that offers free preferred parking, reserved seating and many other elite benefits. The Platinum Passport is $134.95 for adults, $119.95 for seniors and $114.95 for children.
Southern California Value Pass $89 for adults, $71 for children ages 3-9 (as of April 1). This pass offers entry to both SeaWorld San Diego and Universal Studios Hollywood for up to 14 consecutive days. The 3-for-1 Pass $92 for adults, $67 for children ages 3-9. This pass provides unlimited entry for five days to SeaWorld San Diego, the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Wild Animal Park. Southern California CityPass Includes admission to SeaWorld San Diego, Disneyland, Disney�s California Adventure, Knott�s Berry Farm Theme Park and the San Diego Zoo or San Diego Zoo Wild Animal Park for a 14-day period, at 30 percent off ticket window prices. Prices are $172 for adults, and $129 for children ages 3-9. Transportation connection options also available, including Amtrak Pacific Surfliner free companion fare coupon with one full fare paid between Anaheim and San Diego. CityPasses are available at the ticket window of any of the participating parks. Information: www.citypass.com.
Terrific Tuesdays Each Tuesday, guests 50 and older who purchase a regular-priced, single-day admission ($46.95) will receive a free breakfast during the first hour of operation on that Tuesday. Terrific Tuesdays guests also can take advantage of park maps that guide them on a one-mile walking tour of the park and symposia on topics such as health, horticulture and animal training.
Guests who show AARP membership cards on Terrific Tuesdays will receive an $8 discount on admission and a specially priced breakfast. AARP members receive a $5 discount on regular-priced, single-day admission any other day of the week.
AARP Guests who show their AARP membership card will receive an $8 discount on regular-priced, adult, single-day admission on Tuesdays. They will receive a $5 discount on regular-priced, adult single-day admission any other day of the week.
AAA discount Guests who show their membership card receive $5 off regular-priced, single-day admission. Group discounts and special events SeaWorld offers special group rates. Groups of 15 or more qualify for 10 percent savings with advance reservations. Special events, including picnics, night parties, other private parties and company outings, also may be arranged.
SeaWorld can plan a party for anywhere from 75 to 20,000 people at unique locations such as Wild Arctic, Manatee Rescue and Shamu Close Up. SeaWorld will build a customized menu prepared just for your group by our award-winning chefs. For information call (619) 226-3845 or (800) 732-9753 or visit www.seaworldgroupevents.com.
Parking $7 for cars and $9 for recreational vehicles and campers.
Credit cards SeaWorld accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover Card and JCB for admission, purchases of merchandise and meals at Shipwreck Reef Caf�, the Deli in the Hospitality Center, Mango Joe�s, Mama Stella�s Italian Kitchen, and, opening Memorial Day weekend, Calypso Bay Smokehouse and Pineapple Pete�s Island Eats. Strollers and wheelchair rentals Wheelchair access is provided at all shows and attractions. Rental rates: $8 plus deposit for manual wheelchairs; $30 plus deposit for electric wheelchairs. Stroller rates: $8-12 plus deposit.
Package valet Guests who purchase merchandise may opt to have their packages sent up to the Rental Center at the front of the park, where they can pick them up at the end of their visit.
Guests with disabilities SeaWorld provides special parking, restrooms, telephones and access to shows, exhibits and meal facilities for guests with disabilities. Select shows and attractions have assistive-listening devices. For TDD call (619) 226-3907. Access brochure is available at SeaWorld Guest Relations.
Pet Facility Kennels are available at SeaWorld�s parking lot entrance for a nominal charge.
Two-way radios While visiting SeaWorld, friends and family are just a click away. MotorolaTalkAbout two-way radios are available for rent at selected gift shops located at the front of the park.
Other special offers SeaWorld offers periodic resident discounts and other incentives throughout the year. Discounts also are available through company recreation offices, AAA, AARP, military outlets, retail chains and park promotional partners.
Accreditation The highest standards of animal husbandry, education and marine-life display have earned SeaWorld San Diego accreditation from the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums as well as the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA). SeaWorld has been honored by the AZA many times for significant achievement in education, breeding and display of marine wildlife.
Directions Off Interstate 5 on SeaWorld Drive on Mission Bay, 10 minutes north of downtown San Diego and the San Diego International Airport and Amtrak�s downtown station. From Interstate 5 North or South: exit SeaWorld Drive, follow to park entrance. From Interstate 8 West: take West Mission Bay Drive exit onto Ingraham Street. Follow Ingraham Street to Perez Cove Way � turn right on Perez Cove Way. Follow signs to park entrance. Park Information Recorded park information: (800) 380-3203 SeaWorld Public Relations: (619) 226-3929 Education (800) 23-SHAMU or (800) 237-4268 World Wide Web: www.seaworld.com
All prices, hours and entertainment subject to change. Prices listed as of March 2004. SeaWorld Adventure Parks are in San Diego, Orlando, Fla. and San Antonio. In addition to the SeaWorld Adventure Parks, St. Louis-based Busch Entertainment Corporation operates Busch Gardens in Tampa Bay, Fla. and Williamsburg, Va.; Adventure Island in Tampa Bay; Water Country USA in Williamsburg; Sesame Place near Philadelphia and Discovery Cove in Orlando. The nine parks entertain more than 20 million guests a year and employ more than 15,000 people.
Leaders in conservation and education, SeaWorld, Busch Gardens and Discovery Cove care for the largest animal collection in the world and offer an education Web site especially for students and teachers at www.seaworld.org. Information on how to contribute to the SeaWorld-Busch Gardens Conservation Fund is at www.swbg-conservationfund.org. General park information is found at www.seaworld.com.