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Penguin Encounter — Attraction in Gold Coast City

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Penguin Encounter
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Nearby attractions
Sea World
Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia
Storm Coaster
Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia
Jet Rescue Coaster
Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia
Broadwater Parklands
Marine Parade, Southport QLD 4215, Australia
The Rockpools
Marine Parade, Southport QLD 4215, Australia
Southport Pier
Marine Parade, Southport QLD 4215, Australia
Nearby restaurants
Prime Burgers
Sea World, Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia
Peters Fish Market
130 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia
Hatsuhana Japanese Restaurant
Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia
Shoreline Restaurant
Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia
Cafe Catalina
Broadwater Parklands, 10/11 Gold Coast Hwy, Southport QLD 4215, Australia
Il Barocco Restaurant
Suite 11/94 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia
Terraces Restaurant
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Gold Coast, 71 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia
The Melrose Restaurant, Sea World Resort
Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia
Sunset Waterfront Grill
31/74 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia
Glass Dining & Lounge Bar
74 Seaworld Drive & Marina Mirage Waterfront, Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia
Nearby hotels
Sea World Resort
Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia
Imperial Hotel Gold Coast
Suite 11/94 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Gold Coast
71 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia
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Penguin Encounter

Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia
4.6(61)
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attractions: Sea World, Storm Coaster, Jet Rescue Coaster, Broadwater Parklands, The Rockpools, Southport Pier, restaurants: Prime Burgers, Peters Fish Market, Hatsuhana Japanese Restaurant, Shoreline Restaurant, Cafe Catalina, Il Barocco Restaurant, Terraces Restaurant, The Melrose Restaurant, Sea World Resort, Sunset Waterfront Grill, Glass Dining & Lounge Bar
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Phone
+61 133386
Website
seaworld.com.au
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Sat9:30 AM - 5 PMClosed

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Nearby attractions of Penguin Encounter

Sea World

Storm Coaster

Jet Rescue Coaster

Broadwater Parklands

The Rockpools

Southport Pier

Sea World

Sea World

4.2

(9K)

Open 24 hours
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Storm Coaster

Storm Coaster

4.7

(15)

Closed
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Jet Rescue Coaster

Jet Rescue Coaster

4.5

(12)

Open until 12:00 AM
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Broadwater Parklands

Broadwater Parklands

4.7

(3.3K)

Open 24 hours
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Things to do nearby

Kangaroos & Koalas in the Wild
Kangaroos & Koalas in the Wild
Mon, Dec 8 • 7:00 AM
Surfers Paradise, Queensland, 4217, Australia
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Surf with Mark Occhilupo in Australia
Surf with Mark Occhilupo in Australia
Mon, Dec 8 • 10:00 AM
Coolangatta, Queensland, 4225, Australia
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Feel The Magic: Magic Men Live - Gold Coast
Feel The Magic: Magic Men Live - Gold Coast
Sat, Dec 6 • 7:00 PM
15 Orchid Avenue, Surfers Paradise, 4217
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Nearby restaurants of Penguin Encounter

Prime Burgers

Peters Fish Market

Hatsuhana Japanese Restaurant

Shoreline Restaurant

Cafe Catalina

Il Barocco Restaurant

Terraces Restaurant

The Melrose Restaurant, Sea World Resort

Sunset Waterfront Grill

Glass Dining & Lounge Bar

Prime Burgers

Prime Burgers

2.1

(46)

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Peters Fish Market

Peters Fish Market

4.2

(2.1K)

$$

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Hatsuhana Japanese Restaurant

Hatsuhana Japanese Restaurant

4.4

(147)

$

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Shoreline Restaurant

Shoreline Restaurant

3.7

(197)

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Rafael NarimisaRafael Narimisa
The Penguin Encounter at SeaWorld Gold Coast offers a fascinating and up-close look at some of the world's most charming and iconic birds. The exhibit is well-designed, with a cool, climate-controlled environment that mimics the penguins’ natural habitat, giving visitors the chance to observe them in a setting that closely resembles the Antarctic. The viewing areas are spacious and allow you to watch the penguins waddle, swim, and interact with each other in their snowy, icy surroundings. For families, the Penguin Encounter is a hit, especially with younger visitors who are often enchanted by the penguins' playful antics. The exhibit’s immersive feel and informative nature make it both a fun and educational experience. Overall, the Penguin Encounter at SeaWorld Gold Coast is a must-visit for anyone who loves animals and wants to learn more about these incredible creatures. It’s a peaceful, well-curated exhibit that offers a unique opportunity to see penguins in a naturalistic setting, while also raising awareness about the environmental challenges they face.
Nicky SherwoodNicky Sherwood
Aw gosh! I don't even know where to start with this review! I have been obsessed with going to Antarctica since I was a young girl and still haven't made that dream come true...yet... but this experience livened that dream right back up again! The keepers, the experience, the fun, the playfulness, the education about plastics and our ocean and the species of penguins and more was beyond what I expected. The highlight was having willow befriend me and just stay near me and wouldn't let me stop patting her. Absolutely adorable and helping them build their nests. Highly recommend this experience, I will definitely be doing this again I can not wait. It was an absolutely highlight of my birthday weekend. Thank you to the crew at seaworld this truly was a very special experience and one I hope so many more can have.
Vanessa MichelisVanessa Michelis
Wonderful opportunity to see these majestic animals up close. They are much larger than we expected and so amazing how they live in the wild. It was very good to learn about them. Highly recommend visiting while in Seaworld. The exhibit does close sometimes during the day to allow the animals to rest.
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The Penguin Encounter at SeaWorld Gold Coast offers a fascinating and up-close look at some of the world's most charming and iconic birds. The exhibit is well-designed, with a cool, climate-controlled environment that mimics the penguins’ natural habitat, giving visitors the chance to observe them in a setting that closely resembles the Antarctic. The viewing areas are spacious and allow you to watch the penguins waddle, swim, and interact with each other in their snowy, icy surroundings. For families, the Penguin Encounter is a hit, especially with younger visitors who are often enchanted by the penguins' playful antics. The exhibit’s immersive feel and informative nature make it both a fun and educational experience. Overall, the Penguin Encounter at SeaWorld Gold Coast is a must-visit for anyone who loves animals and wants to learn more about these incredible creatures. It’s a peaceful, well-curated exhibit that offers a unique opportunity to see penguins in a naturalistic setting, while also raising awareness about the environmental challenges they face.
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Rafael Narimisa

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Aw gosh! I don't even know where to start with this review! I have been obsessed with going to Antarctica since I was a young girl and still haven't made that dream come true...yet... but this experience livened that dream right back up again! The keepers, the experience, the fun, the playfulness, the education about plastics and our ocean and the species of penguins and more was beyond what I expected. The highlight was having willow befriend me and just stay near me and wouldn't let me stop patting her. Absolutely adorable and helping them build their nests. Highly recommend this experience, I will definitely be doing this again I can not wait. It was an absolutely highlight of my birthday weekend. Thank you to the crew at seaworld this truly was a very special experience and one I hope so many more can have.
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Nicky Sherwood

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Wonderful opportunity to see these majestic animals up close. They are much larger than we expected and so amazing how they live in the wild. It was very good to learn about them. Highly recommend visiting while in Seaworld. The exhibit does close sometimes during the day to allow the animals to rest.
Vanessa Michelis

Vanessa Michelis

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Reviews of Penguin Encounter

4.6
(61)
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5.0
1y

The Penguin Encounter at SeaWorld Gold Coast offers a fascinating and up-close look at some of the world's most charming and iconic birds. The exhibit is well-designed, with a cool, climate-controlled environment that mimics the penguins’ natural habitat, giving visitors the chance to observe them in a setting that closely resembles the Antarctic. The viewing areas are spacious and allow you to watch the penguins waddle, swim, and interact with each other in their snowy, icy surroundings.

For families, the Penguin Encounter is a hit, especially with younger visitors who are often enchanted by the penguins' playful antics. The exhibit’s immersive feel and informative nature make it both a fun and educational experience.

Overall, the Penguin Encounter at SeaWorld Gold Coast is a must-visit for anyone who loves animals and wants to learn more about these incredible creatures. It’s a peaceful, well-curated exhibit that offers a unique opportunity to see penguins in a naturalistic setting, while also raising awareness about the environmental...

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5.0
4y

Aw gosh! I don't even know where to start with this review! I have been obsessed with going to Antarctica since I was a young girl and still haven't made that dream come true...yet... but this experience livened that dream right back up again! The keepers, the experience, the fun, the playfulness, the education about plastics and our ocean and the species of penguins and more was beyond what I expected.

The highlight was having willow befriend me and just stay near me and wouldn't let me stop patting her. Absolutely adorable and helping them build their nests. Highly recommend this experience, I will definitely be doing this again I can not wait. It was an absolutely highlight of my birthday weekend.

Thank you to the crew at seaworld this truly was a very special experience and one I hope so many...

   Read more
avatar
5.0
2y

Wonderful opportunity to see these majestic animals up close. They are much larger than we expected and so amazing how they live in the wild. It was very good to learn about them. Highly recommend visiting while in Seaworld. The exhibit does close sometimes during the day to allow the...

   Read more
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