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    Sea Lion Encounter at Coral World Ocean Park in St. Thomas

    Meet a South American sea lion without getting in the water

    4.4 stars• 3.2K reviews

    Duration

    50 minutes

    Includes

    Park admission, sea lion encounter

    Highlights

    Meet a South American sea lion without getting in the water. Learn about these animals as you watch their antics during a personal encounter.

    • Observe sea lion behavior during an interactive encounter
    • Take part in activities that may include soccer, fish feeding or a sea lion kiss
    • Pose for individual and group photos taken by staff
    • Join a group limited to six guests per sea lion

    What's Included

    • All-day Coral World Ocean Park admission for non-Member rates

    Important details

    • Arrive and check in at least 15 minutes before your scheduled activity
    • Children age 9 and under require a participating adult age 18 or older, with one child per adult
    • Basic English instruction comprehension is required for safe participation
    • Non-participating observers are not permitted in the sea lion area
    • Leave personal cameras, sunglasses, cell phones and other loose objects in the designated storage area
    • Bring swimwear and a towel
    • Use only coral-safe sunscreen in the USVI
    • Present a valid photo ID matching the credit card on file at check-in; an authorization form is required before arrival if the cardholder is absent
    • Member rates require a valid membership code

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel up to 72 hours before your activity with no penalty. Cancellations 72 to 48 hours before are charged a 30% service charge. Cancellations within 48 hours and no-shows are charged the full amount. Changes within 48 hours incur a $50 re-booking fee; name changes are excluded.

    Product ID: DEBNT3

    FAQs

    The 50-minute program includes check-in, orientation, interaction and photo processing. Sea lion interaction lasts about 15–20 minutes.

    No. Sea lions rotate among interaction programs, shows and training sessions.

    Let the trainer know if you would like a kiss for your individual photo. Some photo setups may not be possible for very small or uncooperative children.

    Meeting details

    Coral World Ocean Park, 6450 Coki Point, St. Thomas, VI 00802

    Experience provided by Coral World Ocean Park

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    Visitor

    $127.92

    Ages 10+ | Select one participating adult for each child under age 10 (1 child per adult)

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    Resident

    $115.13

    A valid local ID must be presented at check in

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    Accompanied Child

    $76.76

    Each child nine (9) years old and under must have a participating adult

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 3
    5/5

    The underwater activity is closed, bird cage was closed. We got to do snuba diving so that was the highlight of the trip. Pretty much had the park to ourself so that was nice. Tons of animals to see.

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    lAME FAme

    August 29, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    The underwater activity is closed, bird cage was closed. We got to do snuba diving so that was the highlight of the trip. Pretty much had the park to ourself so that was nice. Tons of animals to see.

    Photo of lAME FAme

    lAME FAme

    August 29, 2026

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