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VIDEO: Submarine Quest ride, Orca Encounter show debut at SeaWorld San Diego with new interactive Ocean Explorer realm

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SeaWorld San Diego performers in signature blue uniforms pose alongside the park’s beloved dolphin and penguin mascots, creating a lively scene for guests at the outdoor amphitheater.

It’s the “Biggest Summer Ever” at SeaWorld San Diego, where several new attractions have been unveiled to guests in grand fashion. This week the park’s all-new Ocean Explorer area made its debut, combining aquariums, rides, and digital technologies.

WATCH – OCEAN EXPLORER OPENING MOMENT:

WATCH – OCEAN EXPLORER AREA OVERVIEW:

The Ocean Explorer realm’s main attraction is Submarine Quest, which “enables riders to guide their mission of oceanic exploration.” Guests coast through an imaginary deep sea on this interactive dark ride that weaves through buildings and exterior areas, all the while encountering remarkable and mysterious sea creatures.

WATCH – SUBMARINE QUEST FULL RIDE POV:

As if that weren’t enough, SeaWorld San Diego also premiered its wholly-overhauled Orca Encounter show this week, highlighting the park’s majestic killer whales in an intriguing documentary-style format. The whales’ new enclosure has been redesigned to resemble the natural habitats of these awe-inspiring marine animals.

WATCH – ORCA ENCOUNTER SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:

The summer season is now underway at SeaWorld San Diego. Be sure to visit the park’s official website for more information and advance ticketing resources.

PHOTOS:

Submarine Quest entrance at SeaWorld San Diego, featuring a vibrant blue gateway with a playful yellow submarine and an eye-catching giant squid sign, inviting guests into the aquatic adventure attraction. The Ocean Explorer entrance at SeaWorld San Diego, featuring its signature yellow submarine perched above the sign and framed by a dramatic cloudy sky—capturing the excitement of embarking on Submarine Quest or witnessing an Orca Encounter. SeaWorld San Diego performers in wetsuits and blue boots amaze guests by creating giant bubbles during a lively outdoor event, with families and fellow park visitors enjoying the fun atmosphere that makes highlights like Orca Encounter and Submarine Quest unforgettable. A vibrant green fish puppet with yellow spots invites guests for photos outside the eye-catching aquarium building at SeaWorld San Diego, just steps from the excitement of Submarine Quest. The iconic “Submarine Quest” sign at SeaWorld San Diego features a whimsical yellow submarine and playful orange fish on top, inviting thrill-seekers to dive into an interactive undersea adventure before heading over to experience the excitement of Orca Encounter. Vibrant yellow vault-style door with a wheel handle, adorned in bright, playful patches that capture the whimsical energy of SeaWorld San Diego’s Submarine Quest, set against an eye-catching blue backdrop reminiscent of the attraction’s immersive environments. The vibrant “Tentacle Twirl” sign, adorned with playful coral and jellyfish accents, beckons guests in the open-air section of SeaWorld San Diego, perfectly embodying the park’s signature whimsical under-the-sea vibe. Blue signs welcome guests with “Explorer’s Cafe,” “Shop,” and “Craft Beer,” while the Starbucks logo stands out in the background, all set within SeaWorld’s energetic Ocean Explorer area just steps from guest favorites like Orca Encounter and Submarine Quest. Manta coaster train at SeaWorld San Diego, featuring blue and orange manta ray-shaped cars with open sides gliding along the track. Guests soar through the air on a vibrant swing carousel at SeaWorld San Diego, with lush trees and crowds of park-goers all around, just steps away from blockbuster attractions like Submarine Quest and Orca Encounter.

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Mike Celestino

After growing up on Long Island, Mike has spent his adult life in Southern California. He’s been fascinated by theme parks since a very early age, and has contributed to Inside the Magic since April of 2015. His other interests include Star Wars, LEGO, and The Muppets.

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