Sea Lion Encounter

Name: Sea Lion Encounter | Coral World Ocean Park
Brand: Coral World Ocean Park
SKU: 8234
Availability: InStock

Pet, feed, and play with a friendly sea lion on dry land.

Pricing & Admission

Visitors

$71.40

Children Under 10

$71.40

Residents & Members

$107.10

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Pricing & Admission

Visitors

$71.40

Children Under 10

$71.40

Residents & Members

$107.10

Book Now

View Availability

Pet, feed, and play with a friendly sea lion on dry land.

What To Expect

Meet one of Coral World Ocean Park’s charismatic South American sea lions in a fun, dry, and hands-on experience in St. Thomas. During this interactive encounter, guests can offer a snack, share a gentle touch, and enjoy playful moments while discovering what goes into caring for these incredible marine mammals. With plenty of personality, learning, and memorable photo-worthy moments, our Sea Lion Encounter is a guest favorite for all ages!

Book your Sea Lion Encounter today and create memories that last a lifetime.

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Know Before You Go

All Experiences include general admission.

Ages: All ages. Children under 10 must be accompanied by a participating adult; one child per adult.**

Group Size: 1-10

Time with Animal: 15 minutes

Total Duration: 35 minutes*

Daily: 10:30 AM, 2:05 PM (Subject to availability)

Video and Photography: For the safety of our animals, personal cameras and GoPros are not permitted. This prevents accidental harm and keeps the focus on your experience with our staff. To capture memories, optional professional photography services are available.

*Includes check-in, orientation, interaction, and photo processing: animal time 15 minutes.
**Children under 10 must be accompanied by a participating adult - one child per adult if the child is unable to stand securely/still the accompanying adult will be required to carry for the duration of the program Guests 10-17 years do not need an adult accompanying them to participate but must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian.

★★★★★

"Amazing experience. We did a sea lion encounter and had so much fun. One of the coolest things we’ve ever done. Adults and kids alike were thrilled. Remo the sea lion was so charming and our guides Coral, Carly and Lindsey were really fun. Highly recommend. This is our 2nd time to Coral World (we did the dolphins last time) and the teens enjoyed this more. We got more time with the animal."

Kristen T.

TripAdvisor Review

★★★★★

"Omar was the star of the show, but Amy and Dwyn were amazing! Amy was very informative and patience and gave us great facts about Omar the South African sea lion. She answered all of our questions and did a great job!
Dwyn was a great photographer, extremely nice, informative, and very fun to be around! I heard she was a grad assistant, if it was up to me, I would hire her! She is an asset to the park!"

Dale S.

TripAdvisor Review

★★★★★

“We did the Sea Lion Encounter and the Swim with Dolphins. Both were amazing experiences. Being up close and personal with the animals was such a cool experience. You haven’t lived until you have been kissed by a dolphin and a sea lion. The staff were great - Emily and Thomas with the dolphins and Charlotte and intern Carly with Rose the Sea Lion. All were so friendly and informative about the animals and the facility. Hope to return.”