Important Hurricane Idalia Updates

Precautions are in place following the park’s comprehensive weather preparedness plan to ensure the safety of our animals and ambassadors during this time. We will continue to monitor the storm and guests are encouraged to check back here and follow our social media channels for updates.

Following the latest updates on Hurricane Idalia, here is the latest information on each of our Florida parks:

Busch Gardens Tampa will close at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, August 29. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay will also be closed on Wednesday, August 30. Normal operations will resume on Thursday, August 31.

Adventure Island will be closed Tuesday, August 29 through Thursday, August 31. Normal operations will resume on Friday, September 1.

SeaWorld Orlando will be open 12 - 7 p.m. on Wednesday, August 30.

Aquatica Orlando will be closed on Wednesday, August 30. Normal operations will resume on Thursday, August 31.

All date-intended tickets for closure days have been extended through August 31, 2024 and requires no action to be taken.

Discovery Cove
will operate normal hours Tuesday, August 29, and will be closed Wednesday, August 30. Normal operations will resume on Thursday, August 31. Rest assured, our Guest Services team is prepared to assist you with shifting your date to a surrounding date. Please contact our Guest Services team, you may email [email protected]. Please include your reservation number and “Hurricane rebooking” in the subject line of the email. We apologize for any inconvenience to your party and look forward to welcoming you.

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