Bottlenose Dolphin Royal Swim

Program Details: The most fun and unique program, designed to exceed all your expectations. Feel the thrill of the foot push. The dolphins will rise you above the water surface by pushing you from the soles of your feet. Fun to the limit! The most fun and unique program, designed to exceed all your expectations. Feel the thrill of the foot push. The dolphins will rise you above the water's surface by pushing you from the soles of your feet. Fun to the limit!

Behaviors: Foot Push, Dorsal Tow, Hand target, Handshake, Hug, Caresses and Various Activities. (behaviors may vary without notice)

Rates
    • Participants (54 inches and above) $220 regular price (must be less than 250lbs)
    • Participants (48 inches to 53 inches) $220 regular price– must be accompanied in the water by a paying participant 18 yrs + (one on one.) (Younger children will do alternate behaviors if necessary in the case that the deep water behaviors cannot be completed.
Includes
  • Behaviors:  hand shake, hug, touches, hand target, interaction and animal enrichment (Behaviors may vary without notice)
  • All photos included average of 20 digital photos 
  • General admission to Gulf World is included. Enjoy shows, educational chats and explore the indoor and outdoor exhibits home to a variety of animals. See show schedule here.
Not Included
  • Swimsuit and towels.
  • Food and beverage.
  • Transportation.
Observer Rules
  • All observers are required to pay regular admission fees.
  • Due to limited space, only 2 paid observers per participant over 18 is allowed. Observers are required to pay regular park admission fee plus a $5 observer fee. Participants under 18 may have one observer that does not pay the $5 observer fee however still is required to pay the general admission to the park. Second observer will be required to pay the $5 observer fee.
  • If you have a small child that is not participating in the program you are require to have someone with the child for the entire program time length. Participants can not get in and out of the water during the program.
Requirements
  • Anyone that is handicapped or has any medical restrictions, special needs, prosthetics, or pacemakers is required to contact Gulf World prior to booking. Please email [email protected].
  • Participants must be at least 54 inches tall to do program by themselves.
  • Participants 48 inches tall - 53 inches tall must be accompanied in the water by a paying program participant 18 or older one on one.
  • Participants will be measured before participating in program at check in.
  • Expectant mothers are not eligible to participate in this program.
  • Participants must be able to speak and understand English.
  • Must be less than 250lbs
  • Participants must be free of open wounds and show no signs of illness.
  • No refunds will be given unless cancelled by Gulf World.
  • Bring your swimsuit and towel (recommended wearing suit under clothes)
Additional Information
  • You must arrive at least 1 hour prior to your scheduled swim time and account for high season traffic. Programs that have to be rescheduled will be charged a $25 fee per participant.
  • The use of life vests is required.
  • No jewelry is allowed to be worn during the program for the safety of the animals.
  • At Gulf World may have groups of up to 10 people.
  •  Please do not leave children unattended.
  • Please leave valuables at home. Limited lockers are available.
  • Every Swim with a Dolphin encounter is photographed by our professional photographers.
  • Availability: every day Gulf World Marine Park is open (weather permitting)
  • Cancellation Policy: All sales are final and non-refundable unless cancelled by Gulf World.

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*Cancellation Policy: All sales are final and non-refundable unless cancelled by Gulf World Marine Park.