ORLANDO, Fla. — SeaWorld's "Ultimate Shark Experience" will be return July 7-14, park officials announced Monday. The event will provide guests with an opportunity to engage in fun and educational shark-focused activities. 

Guests will be able to encounter 21 different species and nearly 300 sharks that call SeaWorld home in Orlando, San Antonio and San Diego, officials said. A portion of the proceeds from each ticket will be donated to the SeaWorld Conservation Fund to support projects to protect sharks around the world.

The Ultimate Shark Experience ticket includes: 

  • Dive into the Depths: Get a view of sharks up close with a guided, behind-the-scenes tour led by SeaWorld aquarists.
  • Feed and Touch Sharks and Rays: Safely feed and touch sharks and rays under the guidance of SeaWorld’s animal care experts.
  • Meet Sydney the Shark: Snap a selfie during a personal meet-and-greet with the Sydney the Shark character.
  • Ride the Waves: Get front-of-the-line access to award-winning shark-inspired thrills, such as San Antonio’s Great White, San Diego’s Manta or Orlando’s Mako
  • Dine with a View: Enjoy treats, including a free meal and drink redeemable at any quick-serve spot in the park, and sip on a special 60th Anniversary cocktail or mocktail. Don't miss the opportunity to feast at SeaWorld Orlando’s Sharks Underwater Grill and Bar, where guests can enjoy views of sharks swimming all around.
  • Shark Souvenirs: Receive shark-themed swag, including a shark sipper cup, as a memento of the experience.

For more information and to purchase Ultimate Shark Experience tickets, visit SeaWorld OrlandoSeaWorld San Antonio and SeaWorld San Diego's websites.