This year, dive into an extraordinary experience as Animal Crossing: New Horizons teams up with SEA LIFE centres throughout the UK. Developed by the gaming giant Nintendo, this beloved life simulation game invites you to craft your own paradise on a remote island and get to know its charming inhabitants.
### A First for the UK
For the very first time in the UK, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, which has captivated over 46 million players worldwide since its debut in March 2020, joins forces with SEA LIFE UK to create an interactive and engaging live experience. This collaboration enables visitors to explore the wonders of marine life while mingling with some of their favorite characters from the game.
This exciting tour will kick off at SEA LIFE Manchester on February 8th, 2025, and will then travel to various locations including SEA LIFE Birmingham, Brighton, London, and Chessington World of Adventures Resort. It’s a treat that promises to enchant both SEA LIFE enthusiasts and Animal Crossing aficionados.
### An Immersive and Entertaining Experience
SEA LIFE UK, part of Merlin Entertainments, the world’s second-largest leisure group, is perfectly suited to host this novel adventure. With themed zones that span from the Atlantic and Arctic to the Rainforest and Tropics, the aquarium is home to a stunning variety of marine creatures offering visitors an impressively diverse ecosystem to explore.
Catherine Pritchard, General Manager at SEA LIFE London Aquarium, shared her excitement about the partnership: “We are absolutely excited to offer this unrivaled experience across multiple SEA LIFE locations. Our guests will embark on a journey with characters from Animal Crossing: New Horizons, surrounded by the myriad of incredible sea creatures we house, such as Green Sea Turtles and Zebra Sharks, creating a fun, enriching, and unforgettable outing for families and friends.”
### Interactive Activities and Character Encounters
Guided by their very own tour leader, guests will wander through ‘Sea Life Islands’, meet island residents like Aurora and Octavian, and uncover the vibrant world of ocean life. Delve into the past with a fossil dig, which unearths the ancestors of today’s marine wonders, and join the quest to find Gulliver, who’s once again washed ashore.
As they journey through, visitors can collect character stamps, gain fascinating insights about SEA LIFE inhabitants, and meet with iconic game characters Tom Nook and Isabelle. To top it all off, Animal Crossing merchandise will be available for fans to shop at the aquarium gift shop.
### Event Dates
– SEA LIFE Manchester: 8th February – 9th March 2025
– SEA LIFE Birmingham: 12th April – 11th May 2025
– SEA LIFE Brighton: 24th May – 15th June 2025
– SEA LIFE London: 30th June – 27th July 2025
– SEA LIFE Chessington World of Adventures: 1st August – 31st August 2025
### About SEA LIFE
With over 40 unique centres around the globe, including locations in Birmingham, Sydney, Paris, Oberhausen, Bangkok, and Orlando, SEA LIFE is a leader in marine life conservation. It takes care of more than 180,000 creatures in innovative and themed environments. Welcoming upwards of 20 million guests each year, SEA LIFE boasts 50 aquariums and six sanctuaries worldwide.
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