Swim with Dolphins

During this program, you'll enter the deep water lagoon with the dolphins where our caregivers will coach you through a series of interactive behaviors with the dolphins designed to create meaningful connections between you and your newfound friend.  You'll experience first hand the power and speed of our dolphins as they propel you through the water during a foot push, pick you up for a dorsal tow or belly ride, or show off impressive aerial skills. Your program will also include opportunities to appreciate the gentle nature of dolphins as they swim past for a back or belly rub, stop for a handshake or hug, or engage in a friendly splash fight. 

Due to the personalized nature of this program, the unique guided style of each trainer, and the individual personalities of each of our dolphins, no two Connect to Protect programs will ever be exactly the same. To maximize your experience and the dolphin's choice in participating in the program, this session is not timed but rather based on completing a set number of behaviors at the dolphins' pace.

At-A-Glance

• Offered Daily at 10:00AM & 1:00 PM 
• Must be 7 Years Old to Participate with Adult, 10 Years Old to Participate without an Adult 
• $225 Per Person 
• Participants must be comfortable with swimming/treading in deep water while interacting with large animals. 
• Program includes general admission and required education & safety briefing.
• This program is not based on time, but rather on completing a pre-set number of behaviors. In-water time varies based on guests' and dolphins' needs. Participants should allow 1.5 - 2 hours from arrival to departure (including check-in, safety briefing, in-water program, and visiting the facility.)

During the Splash & Wade, you'll stand in about 3 feet of water on a submerged platform where the dolphins will approach you. One of our caregivers will introduce you to your new dolphin friend through a series of behaviors that might include rubbing the dolphins belly or back, giving the dolphin a handshake, holding the dolphin in your arms, or asking the dolphin to showcase their athletic abilities. 

This program is a great option for guests who are not strong swimmers, but still wish to get up-close and build a connection with this incredible species. Like our other programs, the Splash & Wade program is not timed and is instead based on completing a set number of behaviors at the dolphin's pace. 

At-A-Glance

• Offered Daily at 9:45AM, 12:45PM, & 2:45 PM
• Must be 3 Years Old to Participate with Adult, 10 Years Old to Participate without an Adult
• Guests will wade on a platform submerged approximately 3 feet under the surface of the water. All guests 36" tall or less must have a paying adult capable of holding the guest on their hip. 
• $175 Per Person 
• Program includes general admission and required education and safety briefing.
• This program is not based on time, but rather on completing a pre-set number of behaviors.  Participants should allow 1 to 1.5 hours from arrival to departure (Including check-in, safety briefing, in-water program, and visiting the facility).

This experience blends a behind-the-scenes look at caring for dolphins with an exciting Connect to Protect program. Similarly to the full-day experience, you'll meet up with your designated dolphin trainer for a private tour of the facility before joining an educational briefing prior to your swim with our dolphin family. After meeting a dolphin in the deep water, you'll assist the team with cleaning dishes and writing animal records before returning lagoon-side to assist with a training session or observe a routine healthcare procedure.  Before the fun ends, your program will culminate in a private play-session with the dolphins. 

At-A-Glance

• Offered Daily from 9:30AM - 12:00 PM OR 12:45 PM - 3:15 PM
• Must be 7 Years Old to Participate with Adult (Please note, children under 10 Years Old will need an accompanying adult for the Connect to Protect portion of the program) 
• $399 Per Person 
• Program includes General Admission,  Connect to Protect Program, Private Enrichment in Action Session, T-Shirt & Book
• This program is available for $175 Per Person without Connect to Protect Program