Pirates Voyage

Animal Encounter

Meet the stars! Learn about our unforgettable animal experiences.

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Pirates Voyage Animal Encounter

Bring the whole family to meet the animal ambassadors featured in the Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show during this exclusive 30-minute program. Our Animal Encounter is an exciting educational opportunity that allows visitors to interact with our incredible animals who call Pirates Voyage home.

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A dog in the animal encounter
a parrot during the animal encounter
family interacting with sea lion
salty the sea lion dancing
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Limited Availability!

Meet the animal performers up close! This exclusive Animal Encounter features our amazing sea lions, macaws, and dogs. You'll interact with the animals and discover how we ensure their exceptional welfare and training.

Requirements

  • Guests of all ages welcome! Guests 12 years of age or younger must be accompanied by a participating adult.
  • All guests must sign a liability release and all participation forms before the start of the program.
  • Participants will be in close and direct contact with fish, dogs, birds, and sea lions. For guests with allergy concerns, please make a note when booking your reservation.

Policies

  • Wearing comfortable and slip-resistant footwear is recommended for safety.
  • Personal photography is permitted in designated areas only.
  • Participants are expected to follow all instructions given by the educators and animal care staff members. Pirates Voyage reserves the right to remove any disruptive individuals at any time during the program.
  • Guests should arrive 15 minutes before their scheduled start time and follow the signage to the designated animal encounter area.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, we are pleased to offer a special military rate to thank you for your service! To book tickets at this rate, please call us directly, as this discount is not available online: 865-505-2469

Yes, we are pleased to offer a special military rate to thank you for your service! To book tickets at this rate, please call us directly, as this discount is not available online: 843-497-9700

We do not offer a separate children's menu. All guests receive the same meal, except in cases where a food allergy requires an alternative.

There is no bag policy; however, all guests will pass through a scanner upon entry, and all bags are subject to search if deemed necessary by our security personnel.

Value seats are situated at an angle near the ends of the performance area. This option provides a more economical view.

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