
You won’t help but be enchanted as you meet our dolphin family during this hands-on dockside encounter. Play, laugh, and learn about the Atlantic bottlenose dolphin, known for their curious nature and spirited disposition.




This turtle-filled encounter will introduce you to our seafaring loggerheads, a variety of fresh water turtles, and even our land-loving African spurred tortoises. Go behind-the-scenes to learn about our long running sea turtle rescue and rehabilitation program and feed one of our resident sea turtles a snack!


Love animals and eager to meet some of our other unique animal residents? Discover the Asian small clawed otter, African penguin, and Loggerhead sea turtle during this exclusive encounter. You may get wet, so we recommend wearing attire that can do the same!

Enter the dolphins’ world for an unforgettable experience as you get up close and personal with these sleek and graceful animals. From a submerged platform, you will play, touch, and learn about our Atlantic bottlenose dolphins alongside a Gulfarium trainer.

The ultimate in marine life interaction! This exhilarating voyage will take you to each of our animal habitats for an up-close and personal encounter. Frolic with penguins and otters, dance with dolphins, and shake flippers with seals and sea lions! Round out your adventure with a dip in Stingray Bay to gaze at sharks and stingrays!

Ever wonder what it's like to be a marine mammal trainer at Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park? As a VIP Trainer, you can enjoy a hands-on, behind-the-scenes experience like no other! Working side-by-side with our trainers, you'll learn and practice all it takes to train and care for all of our marine mammal residents, including dolphins!

Enjoy an evening out while your children have an unforgettable experience at Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park. Includes a dockside encounter with a dolphin, exploratory venture along the beach, ocean-themed activities, and dinner alongside the seals.

Anglers of all ages can experience trying to land a whopper of a fish native to the Gulf Coast! Feel the power as they gulp the bait off a bamboo cane pole. Participants will learn about our resident fish and how one can make responsible choices for future generations to enjoy these incredible animals.












