definetly go early around 9:30-10am.. instead of catching the dolphin show (which you can do later on) go feed the dolphins and then at 2pm catch the Orca show because that way the whales are move active. which i noticed that from the morning show.. bring a small snack with you considering you will probably spend 20- 40$ per person on food alone.. and dine with shamu is well worth it for a late lunch if you choose. Shamu Rocks is soo worth it, ALWAYS make sure you arrive at any of the shows 45-50 minute prior before due to alot of people wantng good seats.. trust me ive been doing this for 20 years!!