Discovery Cove is committed to protecting the environment and preserving its future by inspiring others to act.
Our animal habitats and animal practices are independently accredited, reviewed, audited, and certified by premier zoological and animal welfare organizations. This ensures that we not only meet, but exceed, the highest standards of animal care. We proudly hold accreditations or certifications from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums, International Marine Animal Trainers Association, United States Department of Agriculture, and American Humane.
Working in partnership with our colleagues at SeaWorld and Busch Gardens, we actively support global conservation initiatives by providing financial and scientific contributions focused on marine animal health, habitat protection, and education programs that help to develop the next generation of conservation ambassadors. We take great pride in our work to rescue marine animals: our Rescue teams are available 24 hours a day, every day of the year and has helped rescue over 40,000 animals and counting. Together we’re committed to protecting these incredible animals and their habitats, ensuring our promise to you: a visit to Discovery Cove is a visit you can feel good about.
Every guest at the park helps make a difference, too. Discovery Cove donates a portion of the proceeds from every SeaVenture experience to Rising Tide Conservation, a non-profit dedicated to the protection of coral reefs through sustainable aquaculture. And, for guests who book a Shark Swim, a portion of the proceeds supports the Guy Harvey Foundation, which conducts scientific research and hosts educational programs aimed at conserving the greater marine environment.
Your visit to Discovery Cove helps support our organization’s animal rescue efforts, with over 40,000 rescues and counting.
We are committed to supporting and finding ways to protect our environment for a better future, from providing complimentary animal safe sunscreen for all guests, eliminating single-use plastic straws, lids, or shopping bags to more sustainable souvenirs like plush animals made from recycled plastic bottles. With every action we take we are always mindful of our impact on the world around us.
Discovery Cove is dedicated to providing healthy, restaurant-grade food sources for all the animals in our care. We are committed to sustainable sourcing of fish fed to the fish-eating (piscivorous) animals. This includes purchasing food from responsibly managed fisheries that we closely review for nutritional quality and safety. Discovery Cove avoids purchasing fish that have been caught or farmed in ways that harm other marine life or the environment.
As part of our efforts to inspire our guests to protect the world we live in, Discovery Cove is dedicated to responsible food sourcing. As part of that policy, we commit to only provide humanely raised and sustainably harvested food. Here are a few of the commitments our company has made towards sustainable and humane food sourcing:
Discovery Cove is committed to providing a tropical escape for all visitors and employees regardless of age, race, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or veteran status.
Discovery Cove has partnered with the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), a global leader in online training and certification programs, to become designated as a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC). It is our goal to provide every family with an enjoyable and memorable visit to Discovery Cove, and we are proud to offer specialized services to guests with autism and other special needs.
Discovery Cove has a variety of accessibility options throughout the park, including wheelchairs, service animal accommodations, and more. We can accommodate guests with disabilities who are able to maneuver themselves with limited assistance or with the aid of a personal assistance during their dolphin experience and in the various wading locations.
