Discovery Cove is an all-inclusive adventure in which guests enjoy a one-of-a-kind opportunity to swim with dolphins, rays, and tropical fish and hand-feed exotic birds. At Discovery Cove, guests experience the most exciting animal encounters the world has to offer in a 30-acre tropical oasis. Discovery Cove is a paradise of rocky lagoons surrounded by lush landscaping, coral reefs, tropical rivers, a resort-style pool complete with waterfalls, and pristine white-sand beaches. Below are just a few examples of areas that the whole family can enjoy:

Explorer's Aviary - where an inspiring natural habitat sings with the rhythm of wings and the melodies of birdsong. Watch as hundreds of colorful birds soar above and around you. Feel your heart soar as a feathered friend glides in to meet you and nibble fruit from your hand.

The Grand Reef - Families can seek discoveries along the water’s edge or cross a bridge to see sharks swimming below. Play hide-and-seek with thousands of beautiful fish, from small colorful wrasses to large spotted eagle rays. Further out in the reef, stunning habitats create the feeling of swimming right alongside venomous lionfish and sharp-toothed reef sharks, each safely behind glass. You can even take paths and bridges to the reef’s islands and hidden grottos as they delve into the reef from above, around and below.

Serenity Bay - Slip into the refreshing 80-degree temperature of Discovery Cove's immense and immaculate Serenity Bay. Go for a swim in this pristine pool or simply soak up the sun as you enjoy the sparkling serenity of this fabulous freshwater playground.

The highlight of a visit to Discovery Cove is the opportunity to swim with a bottlenose dolphin during a 30-minute interactive adventure (for an additional fee). Accompanied by a trainer, groups of six to eight guests wade into shallow water and become acquainted with their dolphin through hugs, kisses and rubdowns. Then, taking the adventure one step further, guests interact with their dolphin in deeper water for an exciting dorsal fin tow ride back to shore.

Please Note:

• Cost to swim with dolphins is extra
• Admission includes:
• Unlimited access to swim and snorkeling areas and aviary
• Breakfast and Lunch (Available until 3:00PM)
• Snacks and Beverages
• Use of a snorkel gear, swim vest, towel, locker and beach chairs
• Children must be at least 6 years old to swim with dolphins and children ages 6-12 must be accompanied by a paying adult who is participating in the dolphin swim. Children ages 2 or younger do not require paid admission.

SeaWorld Select is a three-hour guided tour that provides guests with an opportunity to see the best of SeaWorld – stress-free! Everyone is guaranteed to hit the highlights in this exclusive group.

Enjoy a “sneak peek” at SeaWorld, hosted by an expert guide who provides insider tips and animal information. Tour includes the following:

• Reserved seating at one show: One Ocean, Clyde and Seamore, Blue Horizons
• Front-line access to two rides: Kraken, Journey to Atlantis and Manta
• Feeding stingrays or seals/sea lions

Please Note:

• Price includes: Tour as outlined above, leisure time at the park, and $20 in Shamu Dollars.
• This activity involves walking. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather.

Choose a half day of shopping at one of two shopping locations, or choose both!.

Morning (shopping on your own from 10 AM to 1 PM): Orlando Premium Outlets-International Drive – Welcome to Orlando’s newest kingdom, devoted to shopping. With over 110 of the hottest brands including new additions like Hugo Boss Factory Store, Tourneau, Tumi, White House Black Market, Esprit, Le Crueset, Crabtree & Evelyn, ClarksBostonian Outlet and Central Florida’s only Neiman Marcus Last Call, as well as favorites like Coach Factory, Gap Outlet, Ann Taylor Factory Store, Tommy Hilfiger, Nike Factory Store and The Children’s Place, you’re sure to find a great bargain.

Afternoon: The Mall at Millenia (shopping on your own from 3 PM to 7:00 PM) – The Mall at Millenia, with more than 150 shops, services and eateries, offers a world-class shopping experience. This 1.2 million square foot premier shopping center is anchored by Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale’s and Macy’s. Among the mall’s specialty tenants are Chanel, Gucci, Burberry, Louis Vuitton and Tiffany & Co. Popular, established retailers such as Gap, Banana Republic and Victoria’s Secret are there as well.

Take a journey to find out what happens behind-the-scenes at Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom! During this in-depth program, your guests get an insider’s look at conservation, animal nutrition and medicine, animal care, and behavioral studies. Highlights include visits to a backstage animal housing area, the Animal Nutrition Center, the Veterinary Hospital, and a special ride on Kilimanjaro Safari. The majority of this program takes place behind-the-scenes. Kilimanjaro Safari: Climb aboard the open-air safari vehicle for an incredible journey through more than 100 acres of African savannah, forest, rivers and rocky hills where hundreds of animals roam free. Unlike any experience this side of the equator, the Kilimanjaro Safari introduces you to the splendor and magnificence of creatures both large and small. An unexpected twist takes guests on an adventurous trip in pursuit of a band of poachers, while messages of conservation are echoed throughout the expedition.

Please Note:

• Due to its behind-the-scenes nature, participants must be 16 years of age or older.
• No photos will be allowed in behind-the-scenes areas.
• Special needs can be accommodated with prior notice. This tour is wheelchair accessible.
• This tour takes place partly outdoors and includes moderate walking and stair climbing; we recommend participants wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather.
• Special needs can be accommodated with prior notice. This tour is wheelchair accessible.
• After 2PM Theme Park admission is included in the price.

A world apart from Orlando’s theme parks, but only 45 minutes away, Kennedy Space Center is NASA’s launch headquarters. Each year, millions of visitors make the trek to this hub of technology and discovery where many of mankind’s greatest accomplishments take place. Tour NASA’s launch and landing facilities, experience live shows and jaw-dropping encounters with massive rockets, as well as have the opportunity to meet a real member of NASA’s Astronaut Corps. It’s all what you can expect during an inspiring day at Kennedy Space Center.

There is much to see and do at the Visitor Complex, from live action theatrical shows to an educational Astronaut Encounter briefing. View 10-story high rockets from all eras of space exploration in the Rocket Garden, walk through a full-size Space Shuttle mock-up, enjoy IMAX Theater space films on gigantic five-story screens and see an actual Gemini program capsule on display. Shopping and food concessions are also available here for your enjoyment.

Please Note:

• Due to heightened security, the following items are not permitted into Kennedy Space Center: coolers, luggage or large bags, wrapped items, firearms of any type (with or without a permit – including law enforcement officers), live ammunition, pepper/mace spray, laser pointers, knives and other sharp objects, large beach umbrellas (hand held umbrellas are permitted). Backpacks are not permitted on launch days. Detailed searches will be conducted on all bags and purses. All electronic devices must be in working condition. No outside food items are permitted on property. All guests have to go through the metal detectors so please reduce the number of items you normally carry.
• This tour involves walking in some locations. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather.
• Price includes: admission to Kennedy Space Center, morning snack, lunch with an astronaut, self-guided bus tour, all films at IMAX theater and Visitor Complex exhibits and shows.
• The bus tour runs approximately 2-2 ½ hours. Tours start at 10 AM and end at 2:15 PM, running continuously every 15 minutes.

This tour begins en route, as a “certified” Eco-Guide narrates the significance of the Banana River, a backwater estuary and a wilderness waterway that was used by the indigenous Ais Indians. You will learn of its significance as you explore and cruise the smooth, inland waters around the lagoon’s uninhabited islands, aboard a shallow-draft, 50-passenger pontoon boat, in safety and comfort.

Then it’s off to look for alligators in The Central Florida Everglades! Here you will board 15-passenger airboats to explore an American Heritage River, the St. Johns, and its abundant wildlife. Your 30-minute airboat expedition has its own guide and Coast Guard licensed boat captain who will take you deep into the fresh water swamp habitat of the Florida Alligator and a wonderful assortment of creatures that call the “Glades” home. This is an easy adventure without the dirt or danger.

Please Note:

• Children under 8 years old may not participate in this tour.
• Price includes tour as outlined above, morning snack, and lunch.
• This tour is outdoors. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather.
• The pontoon boat is wheelchair accessible; however, participants must be ambulatory to step onto the boat from the dock.

Package includes One Day/One Park After 2:00 PM Ticket to Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios OR Disney’s Animal Kingdom, as well as transportation to Disney’s Ticket and Transportation Center (from there guests can access any of the four parks either by monorail, ferry or Disney bus) and return transportation to the JW Marriott.

Please note the following estimated park closing times. You may choose to stay at the park later than the shuttle returns to the JW Marriott, but will need to arrange for your own return transportation at an additional expense.

Estimated park hours for Sunday, April 15th:

• Magic Kingdom – Closes at 10:00PM
• Epcot – Closes at 9:00PM
• Hollywood Studios – Closes at 9:00PM
• Animal Kingdom – Closes at 6:00PM