The Spotted Dolphin Encounter is a Dolphin Interaction Program offered at Florida’s Gulfarium. It is an up-close and personal hand-to-flipper encounter with our Pantropical Spotted dolphin, Kiwi. A marine mammal trainer will guide you through the 30 minute interactive session with one of our friendliest resident dolphins. You’ll have a chance to sit in the water with Kiwi, learn about her behaviors, and even have her sit in your lap. Kiwi is always eager to make new friends!


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Spotted Dolphin Encounters are available between 9 AM and 4PM, everyday for those 7 years or older and 48" (inches) and above. Advance reservations and deposit are required. Gulfarium policy, as well as Florida Law, prohibits the public from swimming with Kiwi. Due to this policy time will be spent in the shallow end of the pool allowing the dolphins to come to you. There will be up to 4 people in the water at one time.

The cost of the Spotted Dolphin Encounter is $150.00 per person who enters the water. All persons must be at least 7 years old and 48" (inches) or above to participate. All observers of the encounter pay $25.00 for adults (11 and over) and $18.00 for children ages 3 - 10, children ages 2 and under is free with a paying parent. These prices include the encounter, admission to the park for all show, and animal exhibits. Prices and program are subject to change without notice.

Spaces are limited on a first come first serve basis. A minimum of 24-hours notice is required. During the summer season waiting periods may be as long as 2 to 4 weeks. For available dates and times and to reserve your very own Spotted Dolphin Encounter, call 1-800-247-8575 Ext. 2 or locally call 850-243-9046 Ext. 2.



Cameras and video cameras are welcome.






 


The JF Dolphin2 Project
Kiwi is also part of a dolphin therapy program at Florida's Gulfarium known as the JFDolphin2 Project. Interaction with Kiwi and is the reward children receive for accomplishing specific therapy and learning goals. Click here for more information.



 

 


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