Please note: Daily conference registrants, those who register beyond the first 250 full-week attendees, and guests of attendees (spouse, children, etc.) will have access to reduced day resort admission along with opportunities to upgrade to additional experiences at reduced rates on a space-available basis.
Yes. Once the first 250 registrants are identified, those individuals will automatically receive an email from Discovery Cove with information on how to make your reservation.
The complimentary visit to Discovery Cove is non-transferable. A valid government-issue photo identification must be presented upon arrival at Discovery Cove and must match the name on your conference registration.
These information pages will be updated once complimentary Discovery Cove admissions have reached capacity. Additionally, the number of remaining reservations will show during the online conference registration process.
Those who register beyond the first 250 attendees will have access to reduced day-resort admission to Discovery Cove along with opportunities to upgrade to add-on experiences at reduced rates on a space available basis as follows:
Late registrants wishing to add-on the Discovery Cove experience should email Discovery Cove directly at DCO-GuestRelations@discoverycove.com.
The complimentary Discovery Cove day-resort visit is only offered to the first 250 conference attendees who have registered for the full-week. Daily conference attendees will have access to reduced day resort admission along with opportunities to upgrade to additional experiences (also at reduced rates) on a space available basis as follows:
Daily registrants wishing to add-on the Discovery Cove experience should email iscovery Cove directly at DCO-GuestRelations@discoverycove.com.
Family of registered conference attendees will have access to reduced day resort admission at Discovery Cove along with opportunities to upgrade to additional experiences at reduced rates on a space available basis as follows:
Companions of registered attendees wishing to add-on the Discovery Cove experience should email Discovery Cove directly at DCO-GuestRelations@discoverycove.com.
Direct email correspondence from Discovery Cove will occur prior to 31 October 2026 and will be sent to the email address associated with your conference registration. If you haven’t received an email from Discovery Cove by this date, please check your spam folder. If you are still unable to find your Discovery Cove confirmation email, please write to info@imata.org.
No. Discovery Cove has set aside availability on 8 November only – this is the only date the opportunity is valid.
Discovery Cove is optional. Those wishing to forgo the Discovery Cove experience should simply click the “not attending” button during online registration.
Complimentary Discovery Cove admission is only available to the first 250 attendees who register online and in advance. Those attendees who intend to register for the conference as a “walk-up” may have access to reduced day-resort admission to Discovery Cove (along with opportunities to upgrade to add-on experiences at reduced rates) on a space available basis. Please email us at info@imata.org for additional details.
No. IMATA Conference name badges/lanyard distribution will begin on the evening of Sunday, 8 November 2026 at the conference hotel.
The day-resort visit at Discovery Cove is all-inclusive. Therefore, admission includes the use of lockers, wetsuit, towels and mask during your stay, free parking at Discovery Cove, shower amenities, souvenir snorkel, food, snacks, non-alcoholic beverages and select beers and wines, access to the Explorer's Aviary, The Grand Reef®, Freshwater Oasis®, Serenity Bay, Wind-Away River, and Flamingo Point. Attendees select which activities they would like to participate in.
Dolphin swims are not included with day resort admission. IMATA attendees may have the option to add-on dolphin interactions at a discounted rate (based on availability).
Details about adding-on additional activities will be available in your email correspondence from Discovery Cove.
SeaVenture is not included with day resort admission. IMATA attendees may have the option to add-on SeaVenture programs at a discounted rate (based on availability).
Details about adding-on additional activities will be available in your email correspondence from Discovery Cove.
Yes. IMATA attendees are eligible for exclusive discounts on Discovery Cove photo packages. For more information, please speak with a Discovery Cove photography team member.
Food (including breakfast and lunch), snacks, non-alcoholic beverages and select beers and wines are included. No outside food, beverages or coolers are permitted.
Upon arriving to Discovery Cove’s “Laguna Grill” please proceed to the restaurant exit and ask to speak with a culinary supervisor or chef to discuss the severity of your allergens and help determine a meal that will be safe for you. Please note that not all of Discovery Cove’s meal facilities are free from cross contact. To ensure your meal is safe, please discuss the preparation process for your meal with the supervisor as you place your order to ensure no cross-contact takes place. Alternatively, Discovery Cove offers several allergen friendly prepackaged items for your special dietary needs (based on availability).
Discovery Cove is a full-day adventure with operating hours of 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM daily. Check-in for day resort guests begins at 7:15 AM.
Transportation to/from Discovery Cove is “on your own.”Guests should bring their own swimsuits, and, if they choose, water socks or rubber pool shoes, hat, sunglasses and cover-up or dry clothes. Discovery Cove provides all guests with swim vests and/or wetsuits. Except for watches and wedding bands, Discovery Cove guests may not wear jewelry, for the safety of the animals.
While it is technically possible to walk from the hotel to Discovery Cove, we recommend using rideshare or taxi.
Guests should bring their own swimsuits, and, if they choose, water socks or rubber pool shoes, hat, sunglasses and cover-up or dry clothes. Discovery Cove provides all guests with swim vests and/or wetsuits. Except for watches and wedding bands, Discovery Cove guests may not wear jewelry, for the safety of the animals. Transportation to/from Discovery Cove is “on your own.” Guests should bring their own swimsuits, and, if they choose, water socks or rubber pool shoes, hat, sunglasses and cover-up or dry clothes. Discovery Cove provides all guests with swim vests and/or wetsuits. Except for watches and wedding bands, Discovery Cove guests may not wear jewelry, for the safety of the animals.Guests should bring their own swimsuits, and, if they choose, water socks or rubber pool shoes, hat, sunglasses and cover-up or dry clothes. Discovery Cove provides all guests with swim vests and/or wetsuits. Except for watches and wedding bands, Discovery Cove guests may not wear jewelry, for the safety of the animals.Transportation to/from Discovery Cove is “on your own.”Guests should bring their own swimsuits, and, if they choose, water socks or rubber pool shoes, hat, sunglasses and cover-up or dry clothes. Discovery Cove provides all guests with swim vests and/or wetsuits. Except for watches and wedding bands, Discovery Cove guests may not wear jewelry, for the safety of the animals.
Discovery Cove provides a mask and snorkel, towels and beach chairs. Guests may use their own masks and snorkels, if they prefer, but may not bring any other diving or swimming equipment into the park. Discovery Cove will also provide guests with a sample of specially formulated sunscreen that is safe for use in the animal habitats. Since meals, snacks and beverages are provided with admission to Discovery Cove, no other food, beverages or coolers are permitted. Guests may wish to bring books and magazines, a music player with headset or similar items to help them relax on the beach.
Please visit this LINK for helpful tips on planning your day at Discovery Cove.