SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, Marine life theme park and aquarium on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
SeaWorld Abu Dhabi is a marine life theme park on Yas Island with eight realms, including Endless Ocean, whose aquarium holds 6.6 million gallons of saltwater and 1,800 species. Tropical Ocean displays American flamingos around a shallow pool edged with tan shoreline and grey artificial boulders, while Antarctica houses king, Adélie, gentoo and other penguins.
In December 2016 SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment and Abu Dhabi developer Miral announced the park for Yas Island, with Miral funding the $1.2 billion project under licence. Construction was reported 64% complete in October 2020 and 90% by September 2022. An inauguration on 22 May 2023 featured singer Hussain Al Jassmi and Miral chairman Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak; the public entered from 23 May 2023. It is the first SeaWorld outside the United States and the first without orcas.
The Research and Rescue Center works to help injured marine animals and teaches visitors about the sea life found in the Persian Gulf region. Educational programs show how local waters support diverse animal populations.
The park is open daily and has restaurants, shops, and different ticket options to suit various visitors. Wear comfortable shoes and bring sun protection since much of the park is outdoors.
The park's Manta Coaster is a launched roller coaster built by Intamin and opened in 2023, one of six rides operating as of November 2025. Its neighbour Eel Racer is a seated coaster from Zamperla, also installed in 2023. The two sit among flat rides such as Jelly Plunge and Octozoom!, both Zamperla towers.
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