SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium Launches 'Pirates of the Haunted Seas' Halloween Adventure

This fall, SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium invites families to set sail on an underwater adventure during Pirates of the Haunted Seas, a limited-time Halloween event filled with hidden treasure, pirate encounters, and hands-on activities alongside thousands of marine creatures. Taking place Saturdays and Sundays from September 19 through November 1, the experience is included with aquarium admission.

The Pirate Captain awaits brave adventurers for a special meet-and-greet, where each young pirate will receive a commemorative gold coin. Armed with a treasure map, families will journey through the aquarium, encountering sharks, sea turtles, stingrays, axolotls, seahorses, and other fascinating sea animals. Along the way, they'll complete pirate-themed activities, uncover hidden "loot," and finish their quest with a bag filled with candy.

The adventure continues throughout the aquarium with themed décor and interactive activities inspired by the sea animals and habitats beneath the waves. Guests can practice rope-knot tying and hear 'Tales of the Deep' in the Shipwreck zone, learn about coral in the Coral Seas habitat, play a shark-matching game in the Pacific Ocean habitat, join a Sea Dogs shark chat near the 360-degree ocean tunnel, and enjoy coloring activities and Florida wildlife chats in the Everglades area.

"Pirates of the Haunted Seas brings together imaginative play, hands-on learning and unforgettable marine encounters in a way that's uniquely SEA LIFE Orlando," said Paul Gould, General Manager of SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium. "Whether families are searching for hidden treasure or discovering fascinating sea animals, there's something new to explore around every corner."

Guests can also enhance their visit with premium experiences, including Legend of Lusca VR for an additional $8 per person and Behind-the-Scenes Tours for an additional $10 per person. Legend of Lusca VR allows guests to encounter sharks, sea turtles, and more on an adventure deep among the coral reefs and shipwrecks of the Bahamas. On the 30-minute Behind-the-Scenes Tour, guests will step into the world of the aquarists and discover what it takes to care for thousands of amazing sea animals — from preparing meals to monitoring habitats.

Families looking for things to do in Orlando this fall can experience Pirates of the Haunted Seas with general aquarium admission. For tickets and additional information, visit visitsealife.com/orlando.

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