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At Sea Life Park, Hawaii's marine life comes alive in a dazzling display that will entertain and delight. Located just 15 miles from Waikiki on Oahu's beautiful and scenic Makapuu Point, Sea Life Park is a world-class marine attraction perched between the majestic Koolau Mountain Range and breathtaking Makapuu Beach. See dolphins dance, sea lions sing, and penguins perform in this magical place by the sea.
Come and explore our entertaining and educational attractions!.
Get up close and personal with a fantastic array of marine life and make amazing discoveries about the inhabitants of our aquatic world. You can swim with dolphins, come face to face with Sea Lions, play like a pirate or just kick back and watch our thrilling animal shows.
Stay dry or get wet, it's up to you but one thing's for sure - learning's never been so much fun!.
Shows,
Programs and Exhibits:
Dolphin Cove - Dolphins perform in this beautiful ocean-side
lagoon complete with its own private island. Guests sit in the large open-air
theater, which offers a panoramic view of the picturesque windward coastline,
while being dazzled by our performing dolphins. The exciting theme show
includes dolphin and audience participation.
Hawaiian Ocean Theater - Talented dolphins and penguins
perform in an open-air aquatic theater. Guests learn about the newest training
techniques and Sea Life Park Hawaii's conservation efforts in this fun and
educational show.
Kolohe Kai Surf Club - Sea lions delight guests with their
humorous antics. It's an enjoyable time for the whole family!
Hawaiian Reef - In the 300,00 gallon Hawaiian Reef tank,
you can watch divers swim with stingrays. In Sea Trek, the underwater photo
safari, participants get to feed unique tropical fish including the Humuhumunukunukuapua'a,
Hawaii's state fish. Over 1,000 reef animals and organisms, including sharks,
sting rays, turtles, and various schools of tropical fish reside in this
300,000 gallon aquarium.
The Lagoon - Fun for children of all ages featuring
a giant "pirate ship" maze and interactive play areas. Ideal for
birthday parties!
Sea Lion Cafe - The Sea Lion Cafe offers a variety of scenic
dining and snacking areas with views of the park and Makapuu Beach. Snack
bars around the park feature such delights as gourmet milkshakes, funnel
cakes and Hawaiian shave ice. Cafe hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.
Gift Shops - Guests can purchase unique ocean-themed souvenirs
they will treasure forever. Gift Shop hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Dolphin Royal Swim:
Sea Life Park introduces the Dolphin Royal Swim, which undoubtedly will be considered the highlight of all the dolphin interactive programs. This interactive program features two dolphins and can be summarized in three words: ''exhilarating and thrilling''.
An affectionate handshake and a kiss on your cheek prepare you for an exciting dorsal fin ride. The most breathtaking moment is during the foot push, when you feel all the strength and energy of these wonderful animals as they push you across the water from the bottom of your feet.
This is truly an experience of a lifetime!
Recommendations / Terms
- Minimum age: 8 years old
- Minimum height: 40"
- Children from 8 to 12 years old must come with a paying adult (per child) as a companion
- We do not permit pregnant women to participate in this program.
Dolphin
Swim Adventure:
A once in a lifetime chance to participate in a very special program with dolphins. You will enjoy a thrilling Belly-ride, unforgettable Kiss and free time!
The Dolphin Adventure is a once in a lifetime chance to participate in a very special program with dolphins. After a short orientation, guests will enjoy 30 minutes of dolphin fun! Participants will touch the dolphin and pose for a big KISS, perform various close contact behaviors and you will have a chance to view the dolphin underwater all while a trainer educates you about these amazing animals.
Recommendations / Terms
- Minimum Age: 8 years old
- Children from 8-12 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult (per child).
- We do not permit pregnant women to participate in this program.
- The use of safety vests is required in all programs.
Dolphin Encounter:
The Dolphin Encounter is an interactive program designed for the highest level of participant comfort.
From a waist deep platform guests can caress, kiss and observe the dolphins while they perform high energy tricks.
For those that feel comfortable the program also offers the opportunity to move off the platform into slightly deeper water to participate in some fun activities while swimming with the dolphins.
Recommendations / Terms
- Minimum age: 1 year
- We recommend that guests bring towels and extra money for taxis, shopping, lunch, etc.
- Children from 3 to 12 years pay children fee.
- Children under the age of 2 are free
- Children over 12 pay adult price.
- We do not permit pregnant women to participate in this program.
- The use of safety vests is required in all programs.
Sea Lion Discovery includes Park Admission:
Sea Life Park offers an incredible interactive program during which you may come in close contact with a family of adorable and loving sea lions.
While you swim and play with these fabulous creatures, you may pet, kiss and hug them. You will have the time of your life watching how these nimble marine dwellers carry out their daring water acrobatics and spectacular jumps. You will also have the opportunity to help their trainer give out instructions while using a special signal system.
The experiences shared with your new and slippery friends will make you smile for hours!
Recommendations / Terms
- Minimum age: 8 years old
- Children 8 to 12 years old must come with a paying adult (per child) as a companion
- We do not permit pregnant women to participate in this program.
- The use of safety vests is required in all programs.
Hawaiian
Ray Encounter:
Within Sea Life Park's amazing marine species family there is a group of creatures that are truly interesting and surprising: stingrays.
During the program, you will have the fascinating opportunity to come face-to-face with the docile distant cousins of the fierce sharks. While you snorkel by their side, you will discover their enigmatic personality and their peculiar, and prehistoric, anatomy. You may watch and pet them, feel their texture, and even enjoy feeding them.
It is, without a doubt, an experience unlike any other!
Recommendations / Terms
- Minimum age: 4 years old.
- Minimum height: 40 inches
- Children 4 to 6 years old must come with a paying adult (per child) as a companion
- We do not permit pregnant women to participate in this program.
- The use of safety vests is required in all programs.
Transportation: Round-trip transportation from the Waikiki area is available for an additional cost..
Location: Makapu'u, Oahu
Time: Park opens at 10:30am and closes at 5:00pm
Days of Operation: 7 days a week
