SeaWorld Yas Island Abu Dhabi
World's LARGEST indoor marine-life theme park! 6 thrilling rides + 75 animal experiences across 8 realms. Manta Coaster (17 airtime moments), meet 100,000+ marine animals, 150 species. Guinness World Record holder. FREE under 2.
Data last verified on 20 January 2025. Always confirm critical restrictions with the park on the day of your visit.
Quick Stats
- Total Rides:
- 16
- No Restrictions:
- 7
- Adult Price:
- AED375
- Child Price:
- AED290
- Parking:
- Free
- Updated:
- 20 January 2025
Rides by Height Requirement
All Rides & Attractions
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Ride Name | Type | Height Requirement | Intensity | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Animal Presentations Over 100 animal experiences and presentations throughout the day! | show | No restriction | Gentle | 20:00 |
Dolphin Encounter Come face-to-face with playful Atlantic bottlenose dolphins! Premium experience (additional fee). | interactive | No restriction | Gentle | 30:00 |
Eel Racer High-speed racing ride through eel-filled waters! 90cm with adult, 120cm alone, max 195cm. | Thrill | 90cm with adult 120cm alone Max 195cm | Medium | 1:30 |
Explorer's Sea Base Navigate cutting-edge technology on interactive ocean exploration missions! | interactive | No restriction | Gentle | 10:00 |
Hypersphere 360 Fully immersive 360-degree multimedia sphere plunging you to ocean depths! 120-195cm. | Dark Ride | 120cm alone Max 195cm | Medium | 5:00 |
Jelly Plunge Pulse, propel and rise vertically through water column before plunging back! 90cm with adult, 120cm alone, max 195cm. | Thrill | 90cm with adult 120cm alone Max 195cm | Medium | 1:00 |
Kelp Climb - Holdfast Area Weave through twisting kelp fronds in Holdfast zone! 90cm minimum. | Play Area | 90cm alone | Gentle | 10:00 |
Kelp Climb - Main Areas Reach new heights scaling Earth's largest seaweed! 110cm minimum for all main areas. | Play Area | 110cm alone | Low | 10:00 |
Kelp Climb - Toddler Area Scale the seaweed in toddler-safe zone! 75cm minimum for toddler area. | Play Area | 75cm alone | Gentle | 10:00 |
Launch Bay Join ocean explorers preparing interactive missions into the deep! Engaging play structure. | Play Area | No restriction | Gentle | 10:00 |
Manta Coaster 17 airtime moments! World's first zero-gravity flip coaster soaring through bioluminescent tunnel. 130-195cm. | Coaster | 130cm alone Max 195cm | High | 2:00 |
OctoZoom Spinning octopus adventure through MicroOcean! 105cm with adult, 120cm alone, max 195cm. | Thrill | 105cm with adult 120cm alone Max 195cm | Medium | 1:30 |
Penguin Encounter Interactive experience meeting adorable penguins! Premium experience (additional fee). | interactive | No restriction | Gentle | 20:00 |
SeaSub World's FIRST classed submersible designed for aquarium setting! Premium experience (additional fee). | observation | No restriction | Gentle | 20:00 |
SeaVenture Underwater walking tour among marine life! Premium experience (additional fee). | interactive | No restriction | Gentle | 30:00 |
Turtle Twist Control your own spinning through whimsical MicroOcean environment! 105cm with adult, 120cm alone, max 188cm. | Family | 105cm with adult 120cm alone Max 188cm | Low | 2:00 |
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SeaWorld Yas Island Abu Dhabi holds the Guinness World Record as the world's largest indoor marine-life theme park! Experience 6 exhilarating rides including the world's first Manta Coaster with 17 airtime moments, over 75 interactive animal experiences, and encounters with 100,000+ marine animals across 150 species. Spanning 183,000 square meters over 5 floors through 8 breathtaking realms - from the Antarctic ice to the tropics! FREE for children under 2!
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Park Highlights
Guinness World Record holder! 183,000 sq m over 5 floors - climate-controlled comfort year-round!
World's Largest Indoor Marine Park
Guinness World Record holder! 183,000 sq m over 5 floors - climate-controlled comfort year-round!
Manta Coaster - World's First Zero-Gravity Flip
17 airtime moments! Launch through bioluminescent tunnel on world's first zero-gravity flip coaster!
100,000+ Marine Animals
Meet 150 species across 8 realms - dolphins, penguins, rays, sharks, sea lions, walruses, and more!
75 Animal Experiences
Interactive encounters, feedings, presentations throughout the day - education meets excitement!
Height Strategy
Height Breakdown
Everyone can enjoy:
No Height Restriction (7 Attractions)
Everyone can enjoy:
- Launch Bay (engaging play structure for ocean explorers)
- Explorer's Sea Base (interactive missions with cutting-edge tech)
- Dolphin Encounter (face-to-face with Atlantic bottlenose dolphins - premium fee)
- Penguin Encounter (interactive penguin experience - premium fee)
- SeaVenture (underwater walking tour - premium fee)
- SeaSub (world's FIRST aquarium submersible - premium fee)
- Animal Presentations (100+ shows daily throughout park)
75cm+ (1 Attraction)
Toddler zone unlocks:
- Kelp Climb - Toddler Area (75cm) - scale seaweed in safe zone!
90-100cm+ (3 Rides)
Young adventurers access:
- Kelp Climb - Holdfast Area (90cm) - weave through kelp fronds!
- Eel Racer (90cm with adult, 120cm alone, max 195cm) - high-speed racing!
- Jelly Plunge (90cm with adult, 120cm alone, max 195cm) - vertical propulsion ride!
100-110cm+ (3 Attractions)
More thrills unlock:
- OctoZoom (105cm with adult, 120cm alone, max 195cm) - spinning octopus adventure!
- Turtle Twist (105cm with adult, 120cm alone, max 188cm) - control your own spin!
- Kelp Climb - Main Areas (110cm) - reach new heights!
120cm+ (1 Ride)
Immersive experience:
- Hypersphere 360 (120-195cm) - 360-degree multimedia sphere plunging to ocean depths!
130cm+ (1 Ride)
Ultimate thrill:
- Manta Coaster (130-195cm) - World's first zero-gravity flip coaster with 17 airtime moments!
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Best For
- Toddlers (under 90cm): EXCELLENT - 7 no-restriction experiences plus Kelp Climb toddler zone!
- Young Children (90-100cm): Great! Eel Racer and Jelly Plunge unlocked with adult
- Older Children (100-110cm): Amazing! OctoZoom and Turtle Twist accessible
- Tweens (120cm+): Fantastic! Hypersphere 360 immersive experience
- Teens (130cm+): ULTIMATE - Full access including Manta Coaster!
- Families: Perfect - 75 animal experiences for all ages!
- Marine Life Enthusiasts: World-class - 100,000+ animals, 150 species!
Ride Highlights
Featured Attractions
World's FIRST zero-gravity flip coaster with 17 airtime moments! Launch through bioluminescent tunnel soaring like a manta ray. Revolutionary coaster technology in indoor dark environment. 130-195cm height requirement. The signature thrill ride!
Manta Coaster 🎢
World's FIRST zero-gravity flip coaster with 17 airtime moments! Launch through bioluminescent tunnel soaring like a manta ray. Revolutionary coaster technology in indoor dark environment. 130-195cm height requirement. The signature thrill ride!
Eel Racer ⚡
High-speed racing ride through eel-filled waters! Race friends on twisting track at thrilling velocity. 90cm with adult, 120cm alone, maximum 195cm.
Jelly Plunge 🪼
Pulse, propel and rise vertically through water column before plunging back down! Unique vertical motion experience. 90cm with adult, 120cm alone, maximum 195cm.
OctoZoom 🐙
Spinning octopus adventure through MicroOcean realm! Eight arms carry you on twisting journey. 105cm with adult, 120cm alone, maximum 195cm.
Hypersphere 360 🌊
Fully immersive 360-degree multimedia sphere experience! Plunge to ocean depths with stunning visuals surrounding you completely. 5-minute journey. 120-195cm height requirement.
Turtle Twist 🐢
Control your own spinning through whimsical MicroOcean environment! Interactive spinning ride where YOU control the spin speed. 105cm with adult, 120cm alone, maximum 188cm.
Kelp Climb - Multi-Level Play 🌿
Three zones scaled by height:
- Toddler Area (75cm+): Safe zone for youngest explorers
- Holdfast Area (90cm+): Weave through twisting kelp fronds
- Main Areas (110cm+): Scale Earth's largest seaweed to new heights!
Dolphin Encounter 🐬
Come face-to-face with playful Atlantic bottlenose dolphins! 30-minute interactive experience (premium add-on, additional fee). All ages welcome.
Penguin Encounter 🐧
Interactive experience meeting adorable penguins up close! Learn about these fascinating birds in climate-controlled Antarctic realm. 20-minute encounter (premium add-on).
SeaVenture 🤿
Underwater walking tour among marine life wearing special helmet! Walk on ocean floor surrounded by rays, sharks, and tropical fish. 30-minute adventure (premium add-on). All ages.
SeaSub 🛟
World's FIRST classed submersible designed specifically for aquarium setting! Descent into depths viewing marine life from pressurized submarine. 20-minute journey (premium add-on). All ages.
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8 Ocean Realms
Grand entrance showcasing ocean's diversity with massive central aquarium and interactive exhibits.
One Ocean
Grand entrance showcasing ocean's diversity with massive central aquarium and interactive exhibits.
Tropical Ocean
Vibrant coral reefs, colorful fish, and tropical marine life in warm waters. Features Turtle Twist ride.
Rocky Point
California sea lions, seals, and otters in naturalistic habitats. Feeding presentations daily.
Arctic
Polar bears, walruses in icy tundra environment. Climate-controlled to 4°C! Experience genuine cold.
Antarctica
Gentoo and King penguins waddle in icy realm. Penguin Encounter experiences available (premium).
MicroOcean
Shrink down to miniature scale! OctoZoom, Jelly Plunge, Eel Racer rides immerse you in microscopic world.
Endless Ocean
Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, rays, and diverse species. Dolphin Encounter experiences (premium). Features Explorer's Sea Base.
Abu Dhabi Ocean
Celebrate local UAE marine life and Arabian Gulf ecosystems. SeaVenture and SeaSub experiences here.
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Unique Features
Official world's largest indoor marine-life theme park - unmatched scale and scope!
Guinness World Record
Official world's largest indoor marine-life theme park - unmatched scale and scope!
Climate-Controlled Year-Round
Entire park indoors with air conditioning - perfect comfort even during 45°C+ Abu Dhabi summers!
100,000+ Marine Animals
150 species from around the globe - largest collection in Middle East!
Manta Coaster Innovation
World's first zero-gravity flip coaster technology - revolutionary ride system!
Multi-Story Design
5 floors of exploration with vertical journeys between ocean depths and surface!
Premium Submersible
SeaSub is world's FIRST classed submersible designed for aquarium setting - engineering marvel!
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Pricing System
Standard Admission (2025):
- Adults (13+ years): AED 375 per person
- Children (3-12 years): AED 290 per person
- Under 2 years: FREE
- Parking: FREE (valet available AED 42-52)
Money-Savers:
- Online booking discounts available
- Annual passes: Multiple visit savings
- Multi-park tickets with Ferrari World & Warner Bros World
- Yas Island residents receive discounts
What's Included:
- Unlimited access to all 6 rides
- Over 75 animal experiences and presentations
- All 8 realms exploration
- Interactive exhibits and touch pools
- All-day admission
Premium Add-Ons (Extra Fee):
- Dolphin Encounter (various packages AED 200-500)
- Penguin Encounter (AED 150-250)
- SeaVenture underwater walking (AED 200-300)
- SeaSub submersible experience (AED 150-250)
- Behind-the-scenes tours
- Animal trainer experiences
Planning Tips
Top Tips for Visitors
- Arrive at opening (10am) - Beat crowds to Manta Coaster first!
- Online tickets cheaper - Book ahead for savings
- Under 2 FREE - Massive savings for toddler families!
- Premium experiences advance booking - Dolphin/penguin encounters sell out
- Comfortable shoes essential - 183,000 sq m = lots of walking!
- Bring light jacket - Some realms (Arctic, Antarctica) are genuinely cold!
- Animal presentation schedule - Check daily schedule at entrance
- Combination tickets - Save with Ferrari World & Warner Bros World
- All indoor - Perfect for hot summer days, any weather!
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Best Times to Visit
Quietest: Weekdays during school term (Sunday-Wednesday) Busiest: Weekends (Friday-Saturday), UAE school holidays, public holidays Best weather: N/A - entirely indoors! Year-round perfect conditions Peak season: June-August (families escape outdoor heat) Opening hours: Daily 10:00am - 6:00pm year-round
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Facilities
- Multiple dining options - Themed restaurants and cafes throughout realms
- Retail shops - Marine-themed merchandise and souvenirs
- Baby care - Family facilities on each floor
- FREE parking - Ample Yas Island parking (valet available)
- Prayer rooms - Available on multiple floors
- Wheelchair accessible - Elevators connect all 5 floors
- First aid - Medical stations throughout park
- Stroller rental - Available at entrance
- Lockers - Available for rent
- 183,000 square meters - Over 5 floors of exploration
On the Ground
Getting There
Adjacent to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros World, Yas Waterworld - perfect for multi-day Yas Island adventure!
By Car:
- From Abu Dhabi City Center: 30 minutes via Yas Island
- From Dubai: 50 minutes via E11 Sheikh Zayed Road
- Located on Yas Bay Waterfront, Yas Island
- FREE parking available (valet AED 42-52)
By Public Transport:
- Bus routes 190, 195 to Yas Island
- Taxi/Uber readily available from Abu Dhabi & Dubai
From Airports:
- Abu Dhabi International Airport: 15 minutes
- Dubai International (DXB): 50 minutes
- Al Maktoum (DWC): 1 hour 15 minutes
Yas Island Location: Adjacent to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros World, Yas Waterworld - perfect for multi-day Yas Island adventure!
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Age Recommendations
- Under 3 years: EXCELLENT - 7 no-restriction experiences, toddler Kelp Climb zone, FREE entry!
- Ages 3-6 (90-100cm): Great! Animal encounters plus Eel Racer and Jelly Plunge with adult
- Ages 6-9 (100-120cm): Amazing! OctoZoom, Turtle Twist, Hypersphere 360 accessible
- Ages 9-13 (120cm+): Fantastic! All experiences including premium add-ons
- Teens (130cm+): ULTIMATE - Full access including Manta Coaster thrill!
- Adults: Perfect - Educational marine experiences, conservation focus, thrilling rides
- Families: Ideal - Something for every age, all-day exploration
Planning Tips
Money-Saving Tips
- Under 2 FREE - Toddlers enter completely free!
- Online discounts - Book ahead for best rates
- Multi-park tickets - Combine with Ferrari World & Warner Bros World
- Annual pass - Pays for itself in multiple visits
- FREE parking - Save on transport costs
- Advance booking premium experiences - Sometimes discounted online
- Visit multiple realms - Maximize your admission value
- All-inclusive rides - No extra charges for standard attractions
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Safety & Restrictions
Height Requirements Strictly Enforced:
- 75cm: Kelp Climb Toddler Area
- 90cm with adult: Eel Racer, Jelly Plunge
- 105cm with adult: OctoZoom, Turtle Twist
- 110cm: Kelp Climb Main Areas
- 120cm: Hypersphere 360
- 130cm: Manta Coaster
Maximum Heights:
- Manta Coaster: 195cm maximum
- Eel Racer: 195cm maximum
- Jelly Plunge: 195cm maximum
- OctoZoom: 195cm maximum
- Hypersphere 360: 195cm maximum
- Turtle Twist: 188cm maximum
Age Requirements:
- Premium experiences may have minimum age requirements
- Children under 13 must be supervised by adult 18+
- Some touch pools and interactive exhibits have specific rules
Medical Conditions:
- Pregnant guests should avoid high-intensity rides
- Heart conditions, back problems - check ride signage
- Motion sensitivity - note Hypersphere 360 immersive effects
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Record-Breaking Features
- Guinness World Record - World's largest indoor marine-life theme park
- 183,000 square meters - Unmatched indoor marine park scale
- 5 floors - Multi-level ocean exploration
- 100,000+ marine animals - Middle East's largest collection
- 150 species - Incredible biodiversity under one roof
- World's first zero-gravity flip coaster - Manta Coaster innovation
- World's first aquarium submersible - SeaSub engineering achievement
- Year-round climate control - Entire park air-conditioned
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Perfect for Abu Dhabi Climate
Entirely indoor with climate control! Perfect refuge during Abu Dhabi's extreme summer heat (45°C+). Comfortable year-round conditions with specialized environments (Arctic at 4°C, Antarctica chilled, tropical warmth). No weather concerns - rain, heat, or sandstorms never impact your visit!
Entirely indoor with climate control! Perfect refuge during Abu Dhabi's extreme summer heat (45°C+). Comfortable year-round conditions with specialized environments (Arctic at 4°C, Antarctica chilled, tropical warmth). No weather concerns - rain, heat, or sandstorms never impact your visit!
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Conservation & Education
On-site rehabilitation facility for injured marine animals from UAE waters and region.
Marine Life Rescue Center On-site rehabilitation facility for injured marine animals from UAE waters and region.
Educational Programs
- School field trips
- Marine biology workshops
- Conservation presentations
- Behind-the-scenes experiences
- Animal trainer sessions
Sustainability Focus
- Water conservation systems
- Energy-efficient climate control
- Marine ecosystem education
- Wildlife protection awareness
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Yas Island Multi-Park Experience
Discounted tickets for 2-3 park combinations. Perfect family holiday destination with hotels, dining, beach, and 4 major theme parks!
Combine with Adjacent Parks:
- Ferrari World Abu Dhabi (world's fastest coaster)
- Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi (world's largest indoor park)
- Yas Waterworld (water park)
Multi-Day Yas Island Pass: Discounted tickets for 2-3 park combinations. Perfect family holiday destination with hotels, dining, beach, and 4 major theme parks!
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Operating Hours
Hours consistent year-round
Daily: 10:00am - 6:00pm Hours consistent year-round
Extended hours: Special events and peak seasons may have longer hours - check website!
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Hilton Yas Island Hotels
Stay On-Site for Maximum Experience:
- Walking distance to all 4 theme parks
- Early park entry options
- Package deals with admission
- Yas Beach access
- Multiple hotel tiers (luxury to budget)
- Restaurants and pools
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Photography
- Photography allowed throughout park
- Designated photo spots at each realm
- Professional photographers available
- Animal encounter photos available for purchase
- Social media sharing encouraged (#SeaWorldYasIsland)