Any Experts-Sea World RAP Disability Program

[keishashadow]

Despite visiting often, didn’t know SW had a formal disability accommodation

https://seaworld.com/orlando/help/ride-accessibility-program/
After reading it through, appears to be geared to WC/mobility issues and Autism

Anyone here utilize it for other reasons, same as generally recognized as valid at WDW or U?

Was wondering if they will extend any sort of accommodations (return time sort of thing perhaps) for the scare houses/zones/rides during Howl o Scream this year, similar to those at U HHN

otherwise, at least they are offering FOTL for a fee

 

[MS_Warrior]

Despite visiting often, didn’t know SW had a formal disability accommodation

https://seaworld.com/orlando/help/ride-accessibility-program/
After reading it through, appears to be geared to WC/mobility issues and Autism

Anyone here utilize it for other reasons, same as generally recognized as valid at WDW or U?

Was wondering if they will extend any sort of accommodations (return time sort of thing perhaps) for the scare houses/zones/rides during Howl o Scream this year, similar to those at U HHN

otherwise, at least they are offering FOTL for a fee

I have a mobility disability. They don’t do return times, but they do have alternative entrances, etc. The woman I spoke to in San Antonio was very nice. She basically asked several questions about why I needed it - not diagnosis, but questions on what I could and couldn’t do. She also did a six month pass so I didn’t have to go back every time we go. (We leave really close and go often.)

 

[keishashadow]

Wow, that’s long for a pass, nice!

 

[MS_Warrior]

Wow, that’s long for a pass, nice!

That’s what I thought! It was very nice to not have to go to customer service at every visit.

 

[keishashadow]

That’s what I thought! It was very nice to not have to go to customer service at every visit.

Absolutely! That inside GS line in Orlando just drags, little shade. Cringe when I realize I need to pick up tickets there now & again for booked tours

 

[Evita_W]

I have a mobility disability. They don’t do return times, but they do have alternative entrances, etc. The woman I spoke to in San Antonio was very nice. She basically asked several questions about why I needed it - not diagnosis, but questions on what I could and couldn’t do. She also did a six month pass so I didn’t have to go back every time we go. (We leave really close and go often.)

When did they stop doing return times? They had them the last time I was there, basically for anything with over a 20 minute wait. But you could get 2 or 3 return times at the same time.

Also, the initial time they will ask more questions, but once you are in the system, you can show your ID at any SeaWorld park and they will give you the pass without further questions other than how many are in your party. In other words all of their parks communicate with each other ...nice concept, huh? Just let them know you are already in the system. The initial questions are asked so they can advise what is safe to ride or not ride. They gave a form on their website you can print and fill in in advance if you would prefer ... Mostly questions like do you have any prostetics, can you use restrains safely ...so on and so forth

As for reasons, pretty much the same as at Disney World or Disneyland. The pass isn't for use if you only have mobility issues that a wheel chair or ECV can accommodate.

 

[keishashadow]

nice concept, huh?

Absolutely!

 

[MS_Warrior]

When did they stop doing return times? They had them the last time I was there, basically for anything with over a 20 minute wait. But you could get 2 or 3 return times at the same time.

Also, the initial time they will ask more questions, but once you are in the system, you can show your ID at any SeaWorld park and they will give you the pass without further questions other than how many are in your party. In other words all of their parks communicate with each other ...nice concept, huh? Just let them know you are already in the system. The initial questions are asked so they can advise what is safe to ride or not ride. They gave a form on their website you can print and fill in in advance if you would prefer ... Mostly questions like do you have any prostetics, can you use restrains safely ...so on and so forth

As for reasons, pretty much the same as at Disney World or Disneyland. The pass isn't for use if you only have mobility issues that a wheel chair or ECV can accommodate.

I’ve only been to the one in San Antonio. They do use the pass for mobility there since many lines aren’t accessible.

I should’ve clarified on the “no return times”. I’ve not had them give me a return time, I just had to wait, but I go when the park isn’t crowded at all, and I ride very few rides.

I did know I would be in the system, but as often as we go, I didn’t want to wait in line each time, so she gave me a paper pass that is good for 6 months. If I decide to ride a ride, they require me to have the pass even though my issue is mobility. I guess they want to make sure that I’m safe to ride that ride?

 

[Evita_W]

I’ve only been to the one in San Antonio. They do use the pass for mobility there since many lines aren’t accessible.

I should’ve clarified on the “no return times”. I’ve not had them give me a return time, I just had to wait, but I go when the park isn’t crowded at all, and I ride very few rides.

I did know I would be in the system, but as often as we go, I didn’t want to wait in line each time, so she gave me a paper pass that is good for 6 months. If I decide to ride a ride, they require me to have the pass even though my issue is mobility. I guess they want to make sure that I’m safe to ride that ride?

My point was that once you are in the system for one park, you are in the system for all. And good to know, we are considering going to San Antonio over Thanksgiving since we have platinum passes.

 

[MS_Warrior]

My point was that once you are in the system for one park, you are in the system for all. And good to know, we are considering going to San Antonio over Thanksgiving since we have platinum passes.

It’s good to know that I’m in the system at all of them. It makes life easier, for sure.

We love the San Antonio park. I do think it’s smaller than the others, but we always have fun. Not sure if they’ll have the Christmas lights up at Thanksgiving or not, but I hope so if you get to visit. It’s really pretty when they have it all lit up.

 

[Joanna71985]

Absolutely! That inside GS line in Orlando just drags, little shade. Cringe when I realize I need to pick up tickets there now & again for booked tours

You can deal with tour stuff at the SkyTower (and there is shade there)

 

[keishashadow]

You can deal with tour stuff at the SkyTower (and there is shade there)

No idea! Thanks

 

[FrankDIS72]

I use the disability pass during all my visits. When you enter the park, go to Guest Services. They will ask for an ID and ticket. You get 1-2 pieces of paper eith all the rides and attractions on it. When you go to a ride, show the attendant your pass. If the wait is less than 30 minutes, toucan go through the special entrance, usually the Quick Queue lane. If the wait is more than 30 minutes, then you are given a return time. You can see another show, eat, use the bathroom, or shop while you wait. Come back in the return time and you go through the special enrance. The rides that have stairs like Manta and Mako have an elevator to get to the loading level. I have feet problems and have trouble with stairs. I think you can put 3 other people on the pass.

 

[notatallmagic]

New to Seaworlk parks - I was just told we would have to go to Guest Services EVERY DAY of our 9 day trip and get re-approved for the pass. Sigh. That isn't right, is it?

Also, we have a family group of 7 - any idea how many can be on the pass - any current info would be helpful.

I'm assuming Guest Services is the go to place? Thanks so much!

 

[Evita_W]

New to Seaworlk parks - I was just told we would have to go to Guest Services EVERY DAY of our 9 day trip and get re-approved for the pass. Sigh. That isn't right, is it?

Also, we have a family group of 7 - any idea how many can be on the pass - any current info would be helpful.

I'm assuming Guest Services is the go to place? Thanks so much!

Go to guest services and let the know how long you will be there, usually they will make it for at least the length of your trip, but honestly, I can't imagine trying to fill 9 days at SeaWorld alone. Maybe 2 or 3 at the absolute most.

 

[notatallmagic]

Go to guest services and let the know how long you will be there, usually they will make it for at least the length of your trip, but honestly, I can't imagine trying to fill 9 days at SeaWorld alone. Maybe 2 or 3 at the absolute most.

Thanks for responding! We have 9 days total (one day arriving and one day leaving), but one is scheduled for Discovery Cove, and the other six full days we're going to split between Sea World and Aquatica. I'm hoping for plenty of relaxing time - our Disney trips have always been up around 6am and falling into bed exhausted around midnight...lol. We may try a trip to Gideons for some cookies and maybe some mini golf too. I'm looking forward to coming back from vacation actually rested

 

[Evita_W]

Thanks for responding! We have 9 days total (one day arriving and one day leaving), but one is scheduled for Discovery Cove, and the other six full days we're going to split between Sea World and Aquatica. I'm hoping for plenty of relaxing time - our Disney trips have always been up around 6am and falling into bed exhausted around midnight...lol. We may try a trip to Gideons for some cookies and maybe some mini golf too. I'm looking forward to coming back from vacation actually rested

Just be aware that the parks are only about 75% reopened as of present, much is still missing and even at 100%, you would struggle to fill more than 4 days between the two unless you are also renting a car and doing other things in the area.