Atlantis Dolphin Encounter
Enjoy our most popular dolphin programme for the whole family including amazing enrichment games and much more! Join our specialist team and learn more about these intelligent marine mammals and their behaviours. This experience is open to all ages and swimming abilities.
Get up-close in waist-deep water with the resident dolphins and specialist team to learn more about their interesting biology and behaviour. Join the marine mammal specialists as you enter the beautiful Dolphin Bay lagoon to carry out some daily playful enrichment and training sessions and be impressed with their intelligence. Make sure to leave with a souvenir photo to capture your incredible encounter.
After your visit to Dolphin Bay, enjoy full access to the world-famous thrill rides and slippery slides of Aquaventure Waterpark. For those less inclined toward adrenaline-fuelled adventures, there are plenty of private, sunny beaches and comfortable places to sit down and relax at this beautiful resort.
Information: • Suitable for all ages and swimming abilities.
• Participants under 12 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult (18 years and above).
• Children 2 years old and below have complimentary access.
• A maximum of 2 children under 12 years per adult is accepted.
• If you are pregnant and are interested in experiencing a dolphin or sea lion programme, please consult your physician.
• Atlantis Dubai reserves the right to deny entry if the guest selects an incorrect ticket type (adult or child).
• Observers are allowed; however, it is on an Add-On basis, and guests are not allowed to enter the water.
• Experience includes 30 minutes of preparation time and 30 minutes in the water.
• The maximum number per experience is 10 participants.
• Wet suits are available and provided upon guest request.
• Program is conducted in English.
• Cameras, jewellery, hair accessories, or any loose accessory are not allowed in the water for the safety of our animals.
• During severe weather conditions, we may need to temporarily close the attraction to ensure your safety. Please understand that we will not be able to offer refunds in case of inclement weather.
• Participants of the Dolphin Encounter experience must arrive at Atlas Village at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
• If a participant arrives 15 minutes after the scheduled start time, they will be considered a “no show”.
• Exact operating hours can change without prior notice. Please check the attraction's website for the most updated information.
Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation Policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 72 hours before booked date.
Supplier name: Atlantis The Palm
Notes: • REDEMPTION PROCESS - Upon arrival, proceed to the ticketing counter at the Admission Plaza and present your voucher to exchange it for an admission ticket. You may present the voucher on your phone or as a printed copy, provided the QR code and voucher code are clearly visible. Please bring a valid passport or government-issued photo ID matching the contact name used for the booking. Guests without valid identification may be denied admission and will not be eligible for a refund. The voucher is valid only on the selected event date. Date changes or rescheduling are not permitted after booking. • OPERATIONAL TIMINGS - Waterpark: Mon - Thurs: 10am - 6pm | Fri - Sun: 10am - 8pm • Lost World Aquarium: Open daily, 11:00 am–8:00 pm • Atlas Village: Open daily, 10am - 6pm • Please note that operating hours may change without prior notice. Check the attraction's website for the latest information. • OTHER - Dolphin Encounter participants must arrive at Atlas Village at least 15 minutes before their scheduled experience time. Participants arriving 5 minutes or more after the scheduled start time will be considered a no-show. Please know that your scheduled time is for the mandatory check-in and not for the experience itself. Guests are advised to allow adequate time to collect their tickets from the Admission Plaza and arrive at Atlas Village before the start of their experience. All children under 12 years old must be accompanied by a participating and paying adult of 18 years old and above. Children 2 years old and below have complimentary access.
Highlights: Immerse yourself in waist-deep water alongside a team of experts , Acquire knowledge about the intriguing biology and behaviour of the dolphins, Same-day access to Aquaventure Waterpark & its private beach
Includes: 30 minutes check-in/changing/safety orientation with a Marine Mammal Specialist, 30 minutes in the water, Wetsuits or neoprene vests are provided and are mandatory for your experience, Changing rooms and showers for use during the experience, Towels and lockers for your use during the experience, Complimentary juices after the experience, FREE same-day access to Aquaventure Waterpark, Same-day discounted admission rates to The Lost World Aquarium
Excludes: Free access to The Lost World Aquarium, Behind the scenes tour, The interactive trident souvenir, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, Photos are not included in the Dolphin Encounter however they can be purchased at the Photo Counter
Get up-close in waist-deep water with the resident dolphins and specialist team to learn more about their interesting biology and behaviour. Join the marine mammal specialists as you enter the beautiful Dolphin Bay lagoon to carry out some daily playful enrichment and training sessions and be impressed with their intelligence. Make sure to leave with a souvenir photo to capture your incredible encounter.
After your visit to Dolphin Bay, enjoy full access to the world-famous thrill rides and slippery slides of Aquaventure Waterpark. For those less inclined toward adrenaline-fuelled adventures, there are plenty of private, sunny beaches and comfortable places to sit down and relax at this beautiful resort.
Information: • Suitable for all ages and swimming abilities.
• Participants under 12 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult (18 years and above).
• Children 2 years old and below have complimentary access.
• A maximum of 2 children under 12 years per adult is accepted.
• If you are pregnant and are interested in experiencing a dolphin or sea lion programme, please consult your physician.
• Atlantis Dubai reserves the right to deny entry if the guest selects an incorrect ticket type (adult or child).
• Observers are allowed; however, it is on an Add-On basis, and guests are not allowed to enter the water.
• Experience includes 30 minutes of preparation time and 30 minutes in the water.
• The maximum number per experience is 10 participants.
• Wet suits are available and provided upon guest request.
• Program is conducted in English.
• Cameras, jewellery, hair accessories, or any loose accessory are not allowed in the water for the safety of our animals.
• During severe weather conditions, we may need to temporarily close the attraction to ensure your safety. Please understand that we will not be able to offer refunds in case of inclement weather.
• Participants of the Dolphin Encounter experience must arrive at Atlas Village at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
• If a participant arrives 15 minutes after the scheduled start time, they will be considered a “no show”.
• Exact operating hours can change without prior notice. Please check the attraction's website for the most updated information.
Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation Policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 72 hours before booked date.
Supplier name: Atlantis The Palm
Notes: • REDEMPTION PROCESS - Upon arrival, proceed to the ticketing counter at the Admission Plaza and present your voucher to exchange it for an admission ticket. You may present the voucher on your phone or as a printed copy, provided the QR code and voucher code are clearly visible. Please bring a valid passport or government-issued photo ID matching the contact name used for the booking. Guests without valid identification may be denied admission and will not be eligible for a refund. The voucher is valid only on the selected event date. Date changes or rescheduling are not permitted after booking. • OPERATIONAL TIMINGS - Waterpark: Mon - Thurs: 10am - 6pm | Fri - Sun: 10am - 8pm • Lost World Aquarium: Open daily, 11:00 am–8:00 pm • Atlas Village: Open daily, 10am - 6pm • Please note that operating hours may change without prior notice. Check the attraction's website for the latest information. • OTHER - Dolphin Encounter participants must arrive at Atlas Village at least 15 minutes before their scheduled experience time. Participants arriving 5 minutes or more after the scheduled start time will be considered a no-show. Please know that your scheduled time is for the mandatory check-in and not for the experience itself. Guests are advised to allow adequate time to collect their tickets from the Admission Plaza and arrive at Atlas Village before the start of their experience. All children under 12 years old must be accompanied by a participating and paying adult of 18 years old and above. Children 2 years old and below have complimentary access.
Highlights: Immerse yourself in waist-deep water alongside a team of experts , Acquire knowledge about the intriguing biology and behaviour of the dolphins, Same-day access to Aquaventure Waterpark & its private beach
Includes: 30 minutes check-in/changing/safety orientation with a Marine Mammal Specialist, 30 minutes in the water, Wetsuits or neoprene vests are provided and are mandatory for your experience, Changing rooms and showers for use during the experience, Towels and lockers for your use during the experience, Complimentary juices after the experience, FREE same-day access to Aquaventure Waterpark, Same-day discounted admission rates to The Lost World Aquarium
Excludes: Free access to The Lost World Aquarium, Behind the scenes tour, The interactive trident souvenir, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, Photos are not included in the Dolphin Encounter however they can be purchased at the Photo Counter