Bottlenose Dolphin Swim Adventure

A fast and exciting ride with the dolphin while you hold onto their pectoral fins; in the magnificent belly-ride. You will have the opportunity to interact with dolphins like you’ve never imagined. Action and Adventure! Behaviors: Belly Ride, Handshake, Hand Target, Hug and Caresses, Free time (various activities)

Rates
  • Participants (54 inches and above) $209 regular price
  • Participants (42 inches to 53 inches) $179 regular price– must be accompanied in the water by a paying participant 18 yrs + (one on one)
Includes
  • Behaviors: Belly Ride, Handshake, Hand Target, Hug and Caresses, Free time (various activities)
  • 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
  • Due to limited space, only 1 paid observer per swimmer over 18 is allowed. Observers are required to pay regular admission fee plus a $5 observer fee. Swimmers under 18 may have one complimentary observer, with the option to pay $5  for 1 extra observer.
  • Observers are required to pay regular admission fees.
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 42 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.
  • The weight limit for the belly ride is a a maximum of 250 lbs. For guests over 250 lbs we recommend the dolphin encounter.
  • Participants must be able to speak and understand English.
  • 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 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 in all water programs.
  • At Gulf World may have groups of up to 12 people.
  •  Please do not leave children unattended.
  • No jewelry is allowed to be worn during the program for the safety of the animals.
  • Please leave valuables at home. Limited lockers are available.
  • 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.

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