Expedition Odyssey to open May 1 at SeaWorld Orlando: a one-of-a-kind Arctic adventure

ORLANDO, Fla. (April 18, 2025) – SeaWorld Orlando today announced the official opening date for Expedition Odyssey , a groundbreaking Arctic adventure debuting May 1, 2025. This first-of-its-kind attraction combines cutting-edge technology, stunning real-world imagery and up-close encounters with Arctic wildlife to deliver the most immersive Arctic experience ever created.

Combining dynamic movement, cutting-edge visuals, and lifelike animal encounters, Expedition Odyssey is more than just a ride—it's an adventure that blurs the lines between simulation and reality. This first-of-its-kind attraction will take guests on a thrilling journey through towering glaciers, the vast tundra, and the icy depths of the Arctic Ocean, encountering some of the planet's most breathtaking wildlife along the way.

Where excitement merges with the authentic Arctic

The Expedition Odyssey experience is a next-generation travel system with unprecedented range of motion, bringing fluidity and realism to every twist, dip, and glide. Exclusive video footage, custom-shot in remote Arctic locations, offers unparalleled authenticity, immersing guests in breathtaking encounters with iconic animals such as polar bears, orcas, beluga whales, seals, walruses, and many more.

Adventure for explorers of all ages

Designed to entertain and inspire adventurers of all ages, Expedition Odyssey continues SeaWorld Orlando's tradition of family-friendly thrills, with a height requirement of just 39 inches (99 cm). This means kids and adults can embark together on this unforgettable Arctic expedition. Plus, it's completely indoors, so rain or shine, this attraction guarantees a fun and exciting getaway for the whole family year-round.

From journey to reality: encounters with Arctic animals await you

As guests disembark Expedition Odyssey, the immersive adventure continues with face-to-face encounters with real Arctic animals , including beluga whales, seals and walruses. Among the amazing animals is Uki , an orphaned Pacific walrus calf rescued from Alaska, who will make her SeaWorld Orlando debut in her new habitat on Expedition Odyssey .

Rescued by the Alaska Sealife Center and declared non-releasable last fall, Uki arrived at SeaWorld Orlando in September. Since then, SeaWorld animal care specialists have been dedicated to caring for her and supporting her growth. Now, Uki joins the walrus herd in Expedition Odyssey’s thoughtfully designed Arctic habitat , providing guests with a unique and meaningful connection with this extraordinary animal ambassador.

For those looking to get even closer to Arctic animals, SeaWorld offers exclusive behind-the-scenes experiences like the Beluga Whales Up-Close Tour , where guests can stand poolside with these incredible marine mammals and learn firsthand about their intelligence, behaviors, and conservation.

"We're excited to announce the opening date of Expedition Odyssey, an unprecedented adventure for our guests that combines thrilling, immersive storytelling with powerful, real-world animal connections. This unique new addition to our park brings the wonder of the Arctic to life in a way only SeaWorld Orlando can," said Jon Peterson, president of SeaWorld Orlando.

Be one of the first to explore Expedition Odyssey

The best way to experience SeaWorld's newest Arctic adventure is with an Annual Pass. Now, for a limited time only, during the Spring Spectacular Sale , purchase an Annual Pass and upgrade for FREE .

Pass members enjoy:

• Unlimited visits
• Exclusive advance travel dates and times for Expedition Odyssey
• Free parking and guest passes
• Exclusive discounts on food, merchandise, and special events.