Dolphin Star

Take the stage during one of our dolphin presentations and train alongside one of our Marine Mammal Trainers!

DOLPHIN STAR

Fast Facts

Price: $35.00

Ages: 5 and up

Duration: ~3 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

Join the stars of our show on the dock!

Take the stage during one of our dolphin presentations at Dolphin Theater and train alongside one of our Marine Mammal Trainers! During this experience, you will touch, feed, and learn all about our Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins. Come prepared because you’ll probably get a little wet!

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.

girl interacting with dolphin alongside two employees

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 Star program occurs from the dry dock area alongside the habitat. Mats will be provided for each guest to kneel or sit on the dock.

Can both of my children take part in the Dolphin Star encounter?BlueIvoryCreative2023-03-15T17:51:54-05:00

Can both of my children take part in the Dolphin Star encounter?

Due to this encounter taking place during a Dolphin Presentation, only one participant slot per time is available.

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

What else will I get to do with the dolphins?

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 Star program includes the opportunity to discover how a dolphin feels.

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.

“Our daughter was so excited to be a part of the dolphin show!

She’s always wanted to work with dolphins and today she felt like she was one of the trainers! Definitely an experience she will never forget.”

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