Florida - travel guide - attractions - Discovery Cove

Your unique oppurtunity to get right up close to a beautiful bottlenose dolphin. Firstly, you'll be briefed by Discovery Cove's animal trainers, then you'll go into the water for your 30 minute interaction in groups of no more than 8 people, and to get to know your new friend through hugs, kisses, fish and finally a one-on-one dorsal pull.

Snorkel amongst thousands of tropical fish and rays in the spectacular Coral Reef. Brightly coloured angelfish and delicate butterfly fish will take your breath away along with 75 other species. What about snorkelling within inches of barracuda and sharks?  Don’t worry through as these fierce predators are safely housed behind clear partitions!

Reach out and touch gentle and mysterious rays as they glide swim beneath your fingers in the Ray Lagoon.

Discovery Cove’s® Free-Flight aviary encourages up-close interactions with more than 250 tropical birds, including colorful toucans, red-legged seriemas and blue-bellied rollers. There’s also a small-bird sanctuary where you can get up close with tiny honeycreepers and mousebirds. Where else can you touch, feed and get acquainted with hundreds of colorful tropical birds and other fascinating wildlife.

Discover what lies ahead along the deep blues and lush greens of this Tropical River. Cascading waterfalls, hidden grottos, a secluded lagoon and pristine white beaches are just a few of the experiences that await you.