Dolphin Doodle

Let’s get art-SEA! Take home a completely unique piece of art that has a hint of fishy flare.

DOLPHIN DOODLE

Fast Facts

Price: $89.00

Ages: 5 and up

Duration: ~10 minutes

*Beginning Nov. 1, dolphin encounters can only be booked over phone through our gift shop. Please call 850-243-9046 x24.

*Does not include admission

Get creative with our dolphins

Let your creative side go wild as you team up with one of our talented dolphin artists to create a one-of-a-kind work of art! You choose the colors, hold the canvas, and leave the rest up to your new finned friend! This dockside encounter includes an opportunity to touch and feed a dolphin.

REQUIREMENTS

Participants must be at least five (5) years of age due to height limitations and educational content. Age limit is strictly enforced.
Participants with special needs including mobility, seeing, or hearing impairments must contact Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park prior to reserving the encounter.

POLICIES

Encounter must be paid in full at the time of reservation.
Encounters continue rain or shine, no refunds or exchanges due to inclement weather.
24-hour notice must be given in order to receive a full refund of the purchase price.
In the event that an encounter must be rescheduled within 24 hours prior to the encounter start time, or after a missed encounter, a rebooking fee of 25% of the encounter purchase price will be applied. Rebooking is subject to program availability and is not guaranteed.
Cameras/phones are not allowed into animal enclosures or on docks as participants’ hands must be free to interact with the animals. Family and friends are welcome to take photos from general admission viewing areas.
For the safety of the animals, remove jewelry and loose articles from pockets prior to the start of the encounter.
All pricing is subject to change.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I go in the water with the dolphins?BlueIvoryCreative2023-03-15T17:51:54-05:00

Will I go in the water with the dolphins?

No, the Dolphin Doodle program occurs from the dry dock area alongside the habitat. Mats will be provided for each guest to kneel or sit on the dock.

What else will I get to do with the dolphins beside paint?BlueIvoryCreative2023-03-15T17:51:54-05:00

What else will I get to do with the dolphins beside paint?

Although each program is different in order to incorporate variety for the animals, the program may include feeding and giving various behavior signals while interacting with the dolphins.

Will I get to touch the dolphins?BlueIvoryCreative2023-03-15T17:51:54-05:00

Will I get to touch the dolphins?

Yes, the Dolphin Doodle program includes the opportunity to discover how a dolphin feels.

Will I get to keep the painting?BlueIvoryCreative2023-03-15T17:51:54-05:00

Will I get to keep the painting?

Yes, the painting is yours to keep and cherish as a keepsake of your dolphin encounter.

My child is four years old, can they participate?BlueIvoryCreative2023-03-15T17:51:54-05:00

My child is four years old, can they participate?

No, participants must be at least five (5) years of age.

Can I reschedule my encounter for a different day if something comes up? What if I miss my scheduled encounter?BlueIvoryCreative2023-03-16T15:24:51-05:00

Can I reschedule my encounter for a different day if something comes up? What if I miss my scheduled encounter?

If more than 24 hours notice is given, an encounter can be rescheduled at no charge. Rescheduling is subject to program availability and is not guaranteed. In the event that an encounter must be rescheduled within the 24-hour window prior to the encounter start time, or after a missed encounter, a rebooking fee of 25% of the encounter purchase price will be applied. Call 850-243-9046 x 4 for assistance.

Can I get a refund if I need to cancel my reservation?BlueIvoryCreative2023-03-16T15:24:10-05:00

Can I get a refund if I need to cancel my reservation?

24-hour notice must be given in order to receive a full refund of the purchase price. Call 850-243-9046 x 4 for assistance.

Can I get a refund if it is raining on the day of my encounter?BlueIvoryCreative2023-03-15T17:51:55-05:00

Can I get a refund if it is raining on the day of my encounter?

Encounters continue rain or shine, no refunds or exchanges due to inclement weather.

Does the encounter price include general admission?BlueIvoryCreative2023-03-15T17:51:55-05:00

Does the encounter price include general admission?

Unless otherwise noted, the encounter price does not include general admission. General admission must be purchased in addition to the encounter.

Can I take photos during my encounter?BlueIvoryCreative2023-03-15T17:51:55-05:00

Can I take photos during my encounter?

Cameras/phones are not allowed into animal enclosures or on docks as participants’ hands must be free to interact with the animals. Family and friends are welcome to take photos from viewing areas.

“My best friend and I did the Dolphin Doodle together and we had so much fun!

We both got to take home the most unique paintings by our favorite animal! They do smell a little fishy, but that’s another thing to love about them!”

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