Shamu Upclose Debuts Tuesday

[919Florida]

Below is the info from the Orlando Sentinel

The attraction is one of several developed by SeaWorld to showcase the relationship its trainers have with animals. Guests will be able to walk through the area, with a behind-the-scenes feel, constantly throughout the day. Trainers will have a variety of demonstrations hourly.

Shamu Up Close also will fill a void left when "One Ocean" goes on hiatus. The main killer whale show will wrap up Sunday while the main pool at Shamu Stadium undergoes maintenance, including repainting and the replacement of the acrylic partitions that separate the whales and water from the audience members."One Ocean" is expected to return in April.

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[OFTeric]

Shamu Up Close is going to be really cool. I am excited to experience this limited time attraction.

 

[luv]

That looks very cool. Will the Shamu show still be running on Monday? I'm guessing No, since it clearly says it wraps up Sunday.

 

[919Florida]

I was hoping to go on the debut day which I was getting off early on Monday because i thought it would open that day. But now the rest of the week I work late so I wont get to see it until next Saturday now Hope someone here can report bavk on what its like in the meantime

 

[bradandsarabr]

I am surprised that Seaworld is bringing more attention to orcas in light of the black eye they received from CNN.

 

[ScoutN]

I am surprised that Seaworld is bringing more attention to orcas in light of the black eye they received from CNN.

No reason not to. SWO has not really been harmed by it. Outside of hypocrisy by some singers.

 

[englanddg]

I am surprised that Seaworld is bringing more attention to orcas in light of the black eye they received from CNN.

You have to have viewers to issue a "black eye"...

 

[919Florida]

Here is Sea World's official description for Shamu Up close for those of you who are curious:

Celebrate the beauty and wonder of killer whales at the never-before-seen Shamu Up Close experience.
It’s an intimate and moving look at the whales, our trainers and the awe-inspiring bond between them. In this unparalleled experience, we invite you behind the scenes into a fascinating world, with walkthrough killer whale viewing all day, complimented by even more enhanced encounters. Shamu Up Close is the living story of SeaWorld and our passionate commitment to the care of these extraordinary animals and their ocean world. This is your opportunity to be a part of SeaWorld like you never have before.

 

[919Florida]

Has anyone made it to see this new experience? Just curious how it is? I am going after work tomorrow (4pm) to hopefully catch some of it. I will post pictures when I return

 

[MattC]

Has anyone made it to see this new experience? Just curious how it is? I am going after work tomorrow (4pm) to hopefully catch some of it. I will post pictures when I return

Thanks! Will be there Monday and looking forward to it. Wanna know what to expect too.