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Dolphin Experience at the Miami Seaquarium

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Location: Miami, Florida
Duration: 
                                90 minutes (approx.)

Overview
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Head to the Miami Seaquarium for an awesome dolphin encounter! Choose between two great encounters and get up close and personal with a playful dolphin. During the Dolphin Encounter, learn about these intelligent and fun-loving marine mammals before enjoying a 30-minute dolphin interaction. Upgrade to the Dolphin Odyssey and you’ll also swim on the back of a dolphin – a truly unforgettable experience! Both dolphin encounters include same-day admission to all exhibits and shows at the Miami Seaquarium.

Highlights

Miami Seaquarium dolphin experience
Choose between two different dolphin encounters
Shake hands, pet and feed a dolphin and even learn some training signals
Upgrade to the Dolphin Odyssey and swim on the back of a dolphin!
Both dolphin encounters include same-day admission to the Miami Seaquarium

What You Can Expect

Dolphin Encounter at Miami Seaquarium

Dolphin Encounter

This fun-filled shallow-water program is a great way for the whole family to have an unforgettable experience with a dolphin. First, enjoy an informative introduction with the trainer to gain insight into these intelligent and fun-loving mammals.

During the interaction, the dolphin will swim up to you while you stand in shallow water (there is no swimming involved). You’ll have approximately 30 minutes to interact with the dolphin -- shake hands, share a friendly kiss, and even try out some of training signals. In addition to the Dolphin Encounter, you’ll also enjoy a full day of shows and exhibits at the Miami Seaquarium.

Dolphin Odyssey

Explore the ocean’s most-beloved creatures during this deep-water experience. Begin your adventure by putting on a wetsuit and meeting one of the trainers for an informative introduction to dolphin physiology and behavior.

Next, it’s time to get in the water! You’ll have approximately 30 minutes to share all sorts of interaction with the dolphin, including kisses, handshakes, rubs, training techniques and even feeding your new friend.

Then, hang on tight! The experience is highlighted by an awesome dorsal pull that will show you the true power of these amazing creatures. In addition to the Dolphin Odyssey, you’ll also enjoy a full day of shows and exhibits at the Miami Seaquarium.

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Paloma

5 star rating: Highly Recommended June 2013

Was short but amazing

Melissa H

5 star rating: Highly Recommended February 2013

A dream come true!! Spent the whole day at the Seaquarium watching shows and seeing some amazing animals before taking to the water with the most friendly creatures in the world! Made memories that I will treasure forever! My dolphin experience was surreal, smiled all day long! Note: wear sunscreen!

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Schedule Details

Departs

Departure point

Miami Seaquarium

Departure time

Opening Hours:

9:30am - 6pm (box office closes at 4:30pm)

Duration

90 minutes (approx.)

Additional Info

Inclusions

Day pass to all Miami Seaquarium shows and exhibits
Dolphin interaction
Wetsuit (Dolphin Odyssey)
Towel, and locker for use during your interaction

Exclusions

Food and drinks
Swimsuit

Additional info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Guest arriving more than 15 minutes past their scheduled time will not be able to participate in the program.

Dolphin Encounter Restrictions
Program Restrictions

Children must be at least 5 years old to participate.
Children ages 5-9 must be accompanied by a paying adult or older sibling who also is participating in the dolphin encounter experience.
Participants ages 10-17 must be accompanied by a paying adult as an observer or participant.
This program is not available to expectant mothers.
All participants who are going in the water must be able to understand directions given in English or provide a translator who will also be participating in the water with them.
Children who're observing must be accompanied by an adult at all times

Dolphin Odyssey Restrictions:

Minimum height requirement is 52" (4'4" or 132 cm)
Participants under 18 years must be accompanied by a paying adult as an observer or participant
This program is not suitable for pregnant women
All participants who are going in the water must be able to understand directions given in English or provide a translator who will also be participating in the water with them
Children who're observing must be accompanied by an adult at all times
Participants are not permitted to wear jewelry
Please allow about 1.5 hours for program
Guests should bring their own bathing suits
All participants and observer will receive complimentary admission to all Miami Seaquarium shows and exhibits for that day
A wetsuit and towel are provided for use during your experience

Voucher info

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Dolphin Encounter 12pm

                        Code: DE12
                    
Dolphin Encounter 12pm
From USD
$148.73

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Dolphin Encounter 3:15pm

                        Code: DC315
                    
Dolphin Encounter 3:15pm
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$148.73

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Dolphin Odyssey Morning

                        Code: DOM
                    
Arrive by 9:30am and you will be placed in the 9:30am or 11:15am time slot
From USD
$212.93

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Dolphin Odyssey Afternoon

                        Code: DCA
                    
Arrive by 12pm and will be placed in the 12pm or 2:30pm time slot
From USD
$212.93

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