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The next-generation
Marine Life Theme Park will tell a captivating 'One Ocean' story that uncovers
the interconnectivity between life on earth and our ocean. SeaWorld Abu Dhabi
will deliver engaging, and immersive family-friendly experiences through eight
of its uniquely themed realms, featuring up-close animal encounters, exciting
rides, inspiring entertainment, as well as unmatched dining and shopping
experiences.
A collaboration
between Miral and SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, SeaWorld Abu Dhabi's
eight realms can be explored across five indoor levels spanning an area of
approximately 183,000m2 with the Endless Ocean realm set to be home
to the world's largest and most expansive multi-species aquarium. This
innovatively designed aquarium will contain over 25 million liters of water and
will be a dynamic habitat for more than 68,000 marine animals, including
sharks, schools of fish, manta rays and sea turtles. Located on Abu
Dhabi's Yas Island, in total there will be over 100,000 marine animals
including 150 species of birds, fish, mammals and reptiles at the Marine Life
Theme Park. Animal habitats in each realm of SeaWorld Abu Dhabi have been
custom designed using state-of-the-art technology and the highest standards for
animal welfare.
Chairman of Miral,
His Excellency Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, said: "We are delighted to
announce the opening of SeaWorld Abu Dhabi this May, and proud of our
partnership with SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment to bring the region's
next-generation Marine Life Theme Park to Abu Dhabi and to Yas
Island. As part of our commitment to the Year of Sustainability, the marine
life park will embed Sheikh Zayed's legacy and profound respect for nature and
all its beauty, as well as play a key role in promoting environmental awareness
and protecting marine life in Abu Dhabi, the UAE and the wider region.
Through its innovative programs and its state-of-the-art facilities, SeaWorld
Abu Dhabi aims to inspire the next generation of conservationists and marine
life scientists while fostering a deeper appreciation for the natural world.
SeaWorld Abu Dhabi's opening will mark an exciting new chapter in Yas
Island and Abu Dhabi's ongoing efforts to promote tourism,
showcase the emirate's truly unique offerings and position it as a top global
destination."
Designed according to
standards set by the Association of Zoos and Aquarium (AZA) and American
Humane, SeaWorld Abu Dhabi's next-generation marine life habitats feature
state-of-the art design and technology that will enable animals to live in
dynamic habitats alongside other fish, birds, and animals as they would in
nature. Other spaces have been designed to provide flexibility for animal
welfare allowing the SeaWorld Abu Dhabi animal care team to recreate social
seasonal patterns for animals such as the walrus. Unique systems such as the
Advanced Animal Lighting System (AALS) recreate night/day and seasonal light
cycles while also providing the health benefits of full spectrum light and the
Animal Life Support System (ALSS) that manages water quality to support the
diverse array of fish and mammals living together in dynamic environments are
some of the cutting-edge features at SeaWorld Abu Dhabi.
Chairman of SeaWorld
Parks & Entertainment, Scott Ross shared his thoughts on the
occasion, saying: "We're very excited to share that the highly
anticipated SeaWorld Abu Dhabi will open its doors very soon. We cannot
be prouder and more honored to open our first SeaWorld outside of the
United States with such dynamic and innovative partners as Miral and the
UAE. It is only through the strength of our partnership, unwavering
support, and commitment that we are bringing this incredible experience
to Yas Island. Years in the making, SeaWorld's world-renowned team of
animal care specialists, scientists, and engineers have worked alongside the
visionary team at Miral, leading architects and designers to develop a
next-generation SeaWorld park. By leveraging a fundamental SeaWorld design
principle of putting animal well-being and care at the core of the design,
SeaWorld Abu Dhabi is set to redefine the standards of excellence for marine
life theme parks across the world. The result is an enriching and immersive
experience not only for our animals, but also for our guests. Across all eight
realms, the enthralling One Ocean story comes alive through realm designs that
simulate the natural and dynamic environments found within the ocean alongside
fun and educational experiences that inspire guests of all ages to take an interest
in our ocean's future."
Based on the
interconnectivity between all life on earth and our ocean, SeaWorld Abu Dhabi
will take guests through its unifying ONE OCEAN story, with stops in
the tropics, the rocky coasts of the Pacific Northwest, the Arabian Gulf, the
vast ocean and its smaller ecosystems along the way. Situated in the center of
the park, the One Ocean realm acts as a portal to the park's other
realms and features One Epic Ocean, an immersive multi-media story shown on a
360◦screen. The realm also offers a glimpse into the Animal Care Center –
the heart of SeaWorld Abu Dhabi. There, guests are welcome to observe
veterinarians and animal care experts providing animals from the park with
around-the-clock care, routine check-ups and treatment when needed.
The guest journey
begins in the ABU DHABI OCEAN realm, where guests will be
carried to the shallow shores of the Arabian Gulf to learn more about the UAE's
historic seafaring tradition of pearl diving and trading. Abu Dhabi Ocean will
allow guests to experience up-close encounters with animals native to the
emirate and wider region. This realm features several dining options including
Matbakh Ummi, a signature dining experience with Arabic cuisine, and is also
home to retail outlets in a Souk paying homage to Abu Dhabi's heritage
and its profound connection with the Arabian Gulf. Abu Dhabi Ocean will
also be the first touchpoint for guests to enroll in SeaWorld Abu Dhabi's
parkwide interactive game – S·E·A Guardian.
POLAR OCEAN houses
two unique realms taking visitors from the icy expanse of ANTARCTICA to
the rich, bio-diverse tundra of the ARCTIC, illustrating how these
distinct and extreme environments of Polar Ocean form an essential
chapter of the One Ocean story. In these realms, guests can enjoy the
colorful Juhani village and its harbor, depicting life in the North Pole, where
walruses can be seen exploring their dynamic state-of-the-art habitats. The
coldest of all realms will also simulate the temperatures that can be found in
our planet's polar regions – creating an environment well-suited for animals
like penguins and walruses. At the Polar Ocean realm, guests can
enjoy an immersive ride, indulge in dining options, explore retail outlets and
visit a massive research vessel filled with fun interactive ways to learn more
about these diverse regions and their inhabitants.
When visiting
the MICROOCEAN realm, small is BIG and small is IMPORTANT as guests
will be swept by the ocean tides and feel shrunk to the size of plankton. In
this realm, guests will have the chance to explore the ocean's smaller wonders
in a burst of colors and an immersive design highlighting the vital role of the
ocean's smallest marine-life. MicroOcean features family-friendly
rides, play areas for the little ones, whimsical characters and performers, a
playful retail outlet, and dynamic experiments taking young explorers on an
unforgettable educational journey.
Beyond the little
wonders of the ocean, lies the expanse of the ENDLESS OCEAN realm.
Home to the largest multi-species aquarium in the world, stunning observation
decks and a beautiful glimpse from a 20m viewing window, aptly named
the Endless Vista, in a sea cave, this realm's possibilities are truly endless.
There will be over 68,000 animals within its awe-inspiring habitat including
sharks, rays, eels and many more inspiring guests to explore the endless beauty
and diversity of the vast ocean. Endless Ocean offers delectable
dining options, including one fine dining option with mesmerizing views of the
aquarium and one retail outlet.
Bask in the warm sun
along the sandy shores of the TROPICAL OCEAN, the largest realm in
SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, in a magnificent medley of colors, dancing waterfalls and a
crystal-clear lagoon. In Tropical Ocean guests will be able to
see dolphins, flamingos and tropical birds including toucans in their lush
rainforest aviary. Tropical Ocean also offers a thrilling
roller-coaster ride, as well as retail outlets and delicious dining options
with multiple viewing areas, both above and below water.
Moving from the
sun-kissed tropics to the USA's rugged Pacific Northwest, the ROCKY
POINT realm features a beautiful hidden cove with nesting sea lions and
once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to interact with these animals. Not as cold as
the Arctic and Antarctic, Rocky Point will also include dynamic
habitats for the sea lions with a climate that emulates the Pacific Northwest.
The realm also includes a boardwalk-inspired snack stand.
Adjacent to SeaWorld
Abu Dhabi, the park is home to Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Yas
Island, Abu Dhabi, the first-of-its-kind dedicated marine research,
rescue, rehabilitation and return center in the region, serving as an advanced
marine science knowledge hub and a key contributor to marine life conservation
in the UAE and wider region. Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue opened in February
2023.
For more information
or to pre-book your tickets, please visit: seaworldabudhabi.com
Image Credit: ©
Miral
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