SeaWorld Abu Dhabi
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Malquot the rescued dugong is now on display in Abu Dhabi Ocean's 'The Arabian Gulf' habitat, which means that SeaWorld Abu Dhabi for the most part is complete!





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SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, the region’s first Marine Life Theme Park, welcomes guests to the coldest of its eight realms: Antarctica! Here, penguins are the main attraction with six different species – King, Gentoo, Rockhopper, Chinstrap, Macaroni and Adelie penguins – ready to charm guests of all ages. From the regal stature of King penguins to the distinctive charm of the Macaroni penguins, guests will have the chance to observe and learn more about these amazing animals up close while also feeling the realm’s frosty climate simulating the planet’s coldest region – the land where the penguins reign.

SeaWorld Abu Dhabi General Curator, Rob Yordi, said: “Guests venturing into the Antarctica realm at SeaWorld Abu Dhabi will be transported to the icy realms of our South Pole, where they will be met by our six different species of penguins and witness their playful antics and engaging behaviors up close with educators ready to answer any questions guests may have about our penguins. Simultaneously, guests can also enjoy a fun time at Penguin Play – an elevated play area with slides, net climbing and soft play elements. As for the penguins themselves, our state-of-the-art, dynamic penguin habitat ensures optimal conditions for our penguins all year round. We've made it our mission to provide an authentic and enriching environment for these fascinating animals, whilst offering our visitors an immersive Antarctic experience.”

The well-being of SeaWorld Abu Dhabi’s Antarctic ambassadors is top priority, with a dedicated expert zoological team ensuring that the habitat’s air temperature is maintained at a cool 1°C and the water at a crisp 7°C, providing an ideal climate for the penguins. Furthermore, the Advanced Animal Lighting System (AALS) has been installed to replicate the seasonal changes of Antarctica. This sophisticated approach guarantees optimal welfare conditions for the penguins throughout the year, whether it's during the molting season, nesting season, or any other day.

Always good to spread activities for kids all over the park instead of "only" in the kids' area!

New video of SeaWorld Abu Dhabi's dugong swimming in a back of house tank along with two zebra sharks:

Thank you Michael for all these shares. At least for once we know all the corners of a park. You have the possibility to share the printed tarpaulins, because I find the concept brilliant.

A look at just some of the many gift shops at SeaWorld Abu Dhabi:

Dukkan Al-Tawash in Abu Dhabi Ocean:



The Armillary Collection in Polar Ocean:




Hamad’s Hideaway in Tropical Ocean:



Launch Bay Supplies & Co. in Endless Ocean:




Arctic Trading Post in Arctic:




Polar Pier in Antarctica:



Souk Al-Seef in Abu Dhabi Ocean is the park's main gift shop, and guests must exit the park through this store:

The S·E·A Guardian Games is a free competition that brings together experts and amateurs from all backgrounds and cultures to explore, research, and protect the waters of our world. With a focus on three main areas – Science, Exploration, and Adventure – we invite you to join a series of enduring challenges spread across the eight realms of the One Ocean.

Step 1: Visit the S·E·A Enrollment Center in Abu Dhabi Ocean to enroll in the game for free.

Step 2: Take part in a quiz to help you decide which society to join.

Step 3: Receive your free S·E·A ID card and begin the challenge.

Step 4: Visit your S·E·A journal profile at any time, to check your game progress.

Step 5: Hold on to your S·E·A ID card to pick up where you left off any day, any time.

This is the S·E·A Enrollment Center in Abu Dhabi Ocean, but guests can also enroll at any kiosk that looks like this throughout the park:



The touch points can be found in all areas of the park - some are obvious kiosks and some blend into the theming:







This is what the S·E·A ID card looks like, which is designed to be kept with you and brought back to the park each time you visit:




They seem to be developing a companion app for S·E·A Guardian Games, which can already be downloaded on Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.holovis.seaguardiangames

The Dolphin Habitat has a designated guest interaction area for the Dolphin Encounter SeaWorld Expedition (uncharge experience):









The experience is about 15 minutes long and gives guests the opportunity to touch, feed, and interact with the dolphins. No swim with the dolphin interaction program will be offered at the park.