Abu Dhabi - Mubasher: Miral and SeaWorld Entertainment announced on Monday their partnership to develop SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, the first of its kind marine life themed park on Yas Island, according to a press release.
SeaWorld Abu Dhabi will also include the first dedicated marine life research, rescue, rehabilitation and return center in the UAE, with world-class facilities and resources for the care and conservation of local marine life.
It will be the first new SeaWorld without orcas, and will integrate up-close animal experiences, mega attractions and a world-class aquarium, bringing the latest technology in visitor engagement, the statement added.
SeaWorld Abu Dhabi is set to open by 2022, and will complement Miral’s Yas Island destination portfolio of four themed parks, which includes Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld, and opening in 2018 the recently announced Warner Bros.
The addition of SeaWorld Abu Dhabi expands Miral’s destination portfolio on Yas Island, which is set to double visitor numbers to 48 million by 2022. The growth plans are part of Abu Dhabi’s vision to establish the emirate as a global tourism hub with unique attractions and world-class tourism infrastructure.
“Abu Dhabi is becoming a first choice destination for regional and global travellers by combining culture, heritage and unique leisure experiences into one compelling proposition,” said the hairman of Miral, Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak.
“SeaWorld Abu Dhabi further strengthens Yas Island’s position as a global tourism destination,” he added.
