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What you should know
Accessibility
Individuals with disabilities who require accommodations should contact Contact Us page to discuss requests prior to making reservations
Visitor tip
Arrive at your scheduled encounter time well before the posted start time to allow for check-in procedures with your group of up to 10 guests. Given the venue's 5pm closing time and the potential for delays, arriving significantly early maximizes your window for the actual encounter experience.
Visitor tip
Pay close attention to trainer instructions and educational commentary during your encounter. Trainers are noted as knowledgeable and passionate about fostering respect for dolphins and marine conservation, making the experience as much about learning as about interaction.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Marine Animal Experience (SeaWorld)
- Highlights
- Touch and feed bottlenose dolphins, underwater viewing, Dolphin Nursery
- Duration
- 15 minutes total (3-5 minute interaction)
- Admission
- Starting at $39.00 per guest; park admission required separately
What visitors say
Traveled from the Houston area to Dolphins Cove for the PRIMARY PURPOSE of the Dolphin Encounter. Purchased the tickets in November for February. Upon entering the scheduled time to meet for the Dolphin Encounter was at 2:50pm where we…
Wonderful show with the right mix of education and entertainment. Be aware that you could get wet based on where you sit. Also, avoid sitting behind the pillars. There are some great seats in the shade - maybe 10-15 seats back from the…
The Dolphin Encounter at Seaworld is an absolute must for anyone seeking a truly magical and memorable experience. From the moment you step into the encounter area, you can feel the wonder and excitement in the air. The interaction…
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Did You Know?
- Dolphin Encounter requires SeaWorld park admission separately and is not included in the encounter price, making it an add-on experience rather than a standalone attraction
- The Dolphin Encounter experience includes a Dolphin Nursery exhibit specifically featuring mothers and calves, allowing visitors to observe breeding populations
- Interactive dolphin encounters are limited to approximately 15-minute sessions with groups of about 10 guests combined together, with professional photography services available for separate purchase
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