Explore the world beneath the water during a field trip like no other!
On a Mote SEA field trip, students will not only explore the stunning Mote Science Education Aquarium but also participate in the science firsthand through educator-led learning experiences inside our state of the art Teaching Labs. With curriculum aligned to Florida State Science Standards, and developed by Mote’s scientists and educators, youth will explore new ideas, test possibilities, and see themselves as the next generation of researchers, innovators, and conservationists.
Watch this video for a step-by-step guide on how to make a reservation.
RESERVE YOUR FIELD TRIP
Questions?
Please contact Lisa at 941-388-4441, ext.348, or educate@mote.org.
Running late for your field trip? Please call Brad at (941) 388-4441 ext. 351.
Field Trip Options
In order to supply the best learning experience possible, Mote SEA features three themed Teaching Labs, each with it’s own age-specific lessons. We currently offer 6 reservations per weekday (2 reservations per Teaching Lab).
General Information
Lesson & Educational Program Information
Field trips include a structured educational program in our Teaching Lab and a tour of the Aquarium.
- Length: 2 hours – 10AM-12PM.
- Lunches: We do not have lunchrooms – please use Nathan Benderson Park (map). No reservation is required.
- Languages:
- Mote SEA exhibits are presented in English and Spanish.
- Spanish-language educational programs are available upon request. Please contact educate@mote.org to schedule.
- Virtual Reality: School and community groups are not permitted to participate in the virtual reality (VR) cinema experience. VR is not included in admission nor equipped to serve groups.
- To ensure a high-quality experience for all guests and to accommodate daily capacity limits, school groups are not able to continue touring the aquarium after their scheduled field trip concludes.
- Field trip rates are offered at a discounted price to support accessibility for schools and do not include general admission beyond the structured program time.
Pricing
Field Trips can only be booked as a combined experience of Aquarium Admission and Teaching Lab program.
Please note: Thanks to generous support from the Sarasota and Manatee Counties for Mote SEA, public schools in these two districts will receive priority scheduling and reduced cost.
| School Type | Aquarium Admission | Teaching Lab Program | Total Cost Per Student |
| Manatee/Sarasota County School | $19/student | $10 $0/student | $19/student |
| FL Public School | $19/student | $10 $0/student | $19/student |
| Other School | $19/student | $10/student | $29/student |
- Minimum of 15 student/youth.
- Maximum of 216 student/youth across all reservations.
- One Teaching Lab reservation can accommodate up to 36 students. You may book as many reservations as available to reach your group numbers.
Groups over 216 students will need to contact educate@mote.org before placing a reservation.
A chaperone is defined as any adult attending the field trip, including teachers, school or organization staff, parents, and guardians.
- We provide: 1 complimentary chaperone admission for every 10 paid students.
- Additional Chaperones: If your school requires additional chaperones due to accessibility needs or other special circumstances, please email educate@mote.org with details before booking.
- Additional chaperones: $25.
- Chaperones should arrive ready to assist the group. Please do not bring siblings or strollers.
RESERVE YOUR FIELD TRIP
Want Mote to come to you?
Check out our Mote in the Classroom options including classroom programs, auditorium programs and more! Interested in a virtual focus trip instead? With over 20 programs to choose from, we have something exciting for every age group.
Please reach out to educate@mote.org or phone 941-388-4441 ext. 351 with any questions. We look forward to seeing you at SEA!
