Sea World
Attractions

Planning is essential!   It is the key to making your day at Sea World most enjoyable and make sure you are not trying to explain to the kids why you missed seeing the Seal Show or the Polar Bears. The show schedule does change, so I cannot give you a failsafe itinerary! We always grab the schedule on the way in and then work out what we plan to do. Otherwise you may miss one of the Sea World attractions or shows.

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Sea World attractions are mostly open all day (except for maintenance or other reasons), but the shows only run at certain times.   Without an advance plan you may find yourself hiking up and down the park - which is not good if you have young children! If you have booked an animal adventure or tour, you need to work around those times as they are not flexible! The main animal attractions at Sea World on the Gold Coast are:

 

Dugongs Seals The famous Sea World dolphins! Polar Bears - amazing viewing above and below the waterline. Shark Bay - incredible viewing of sharks, fish and rays from above and below the waterline Pelicans Penguins

Dugongs at Sea World

Please note, especially if you are visiting from overseas:  There are no whales at Sea World on the Gold Coast. However there are whale watching tours from June to November each year to see the migrating humpback whales off the coast.

Sea World Attractions

• Sea World Shows
• Sea World Rides
• Sea World Animal Adventures
• Sea World Tours and Excursions

Sea World Shows

Fish Detectives Seal Show - This is a great show for kids and adults! Hunt for Golden Seal was replaced by Fish Detectives in 2008. Sesame Street Show - great for the little, little ones Waterski Wipeout Show - bit of skiing and nostalgia!

Fish Detectives Seal Show

Imagine - Sea World dolphin show is a must see.  The dolpins at Sea World are incredible, make sure you have your camera ready. If you don't mind getting a bit wet sit in the front row!  Planet SOS in 4D - this is a mix of entertainment and education. Personally, I found it a bit scary for little kids but the older kids will definitely enjoy.  When you go to the shows don't forget to photo the children's faces as well as the show.  Some of these photos I have are priceless memories of happy holidays and fun together as a family.

One of the best Sea World Attractions - kids enjoying the show!

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Sea World Rides

• Sesame Street Beach (formerly Cartoon Network Beach)
• Grand Central Train Tour
• Sky High Skyway
• Sea World Mono Rail
• Sea World Eye (removed in early 2008 - sadly, it was an awesome view)
• Bermuda Triangle
• Vikings Revenge Flume Ride
• Corkscrew Rollercoaster
• Pirate Ship

Sesame Street Beach

Children's Area includes several rides specifically for the younger children including a carousel.   We often do a couple of rides as a family and then split up with our older child doing the roller coaster and pirate ship, whilst the younger one does the Sesame Street Rides.

Carousel at Sea World

It works well for everyone - and then we all have an ice-cream!

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Sea World Animal Adventures

The Animal adventures just keep growing... at last count you can do the following!  But it does change a bit so make sure you check it out. I really recommend you book before you visit, otherwise you may be disappointed.
 

Shallow Reef and Ray Adventure Tropical Reef Snorkel Reef Helmet Dive Shark SCUBA Shark Encounter Behind the Scenes at Polar Bear Shores Dolphin Aqua Adventure - There are three versions of this Sea World attractions.  All slightly different: Adults Only Kids Family Dolphin Backstage Pass Trainer for a Day Seal Safari Seal Aqua Adventure

Manta Ray in Shark Bay Reef Helmet Dive is suitable for non divers.

If you stay at Sea World Resort there is also an exclusive tour that they put on at 8.00am every morning for resort guests only.  Behind the scenes at the park before it opens to the public including a dolphin encounter. Apart from the convenience, this is another great reason to stay at the resort!

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Sea World Excursions

• Sea World Helicopter Tours - from 5 minutes to 30 minutes!

• Sea World Whale Watching Tour - 7.30am and 11.00am tours take about 2½ hours to 3 hours during whale watching season (June To November).

These Sea World attractions and the Animal Adventures are not included in the price of your Sea World tickets.  You will need to book your tickets for these separately.

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This should give you a taste of what you can expect on a day at Sea World. Attractions are obviously sometimes not open due to scheduled maintenance and other factors.  Best to check when you arrive at the park so you can plan around it. This is usually quite well signed in the park.

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