Dolphin Encounter is one of the largest interactive dolphin pools in the world, where you can see dolphins play and jump above the water, or see them gracefully swim in the underwater viewing area. Don't forget to visit our dolphin mothers and calves at the Dolphin Nursery.
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Dolphin Encounter
See how we care for our dolphins, participate in a training session, then touch a dolphin on this approximately 15-minute program.
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Prices Starting at
$ 29.25 /ea. $39.00
- Opportunity to have your picture taken while touching dolphins
- Learn how our animal team takes care of these amazing mammals
- The total experience lasts about 15 minutes with an approximately 3-5 minute dolphin interaction
- Admission to SeaWorld is required and not included
- Guests under 3 years of age are free and do not require a reservation
- All guests under 15 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult
- Groups will be combined for program of about 10 guests
- Program times, prices, components and animal participation are subject to change
- For animal safety, no personal belongings, including phones and cameras, are permitted along interaction wall
- Professional photographers may photograph participants and select animal interactions; photos are sold separately
- Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice are nonrefundable
- Individuals with disabilities who require accommodations should visit the Contact Us page to discuss requests prior to making reservations
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Guest (3+)
$ 29.25 /ea. $39.00
- Opportunity to have your picture taken while touching dolphins
- Learn how our animal team takes care of these amazing mammals
- The total experience lasts about 15 minutes with an approximately 3-5 minute dolphin interaction
- Admission to SeaWorld is required and not included
- Guests under 3 years of age are free and do not require a reservation
- All guests under 15 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult
- Groups will be combined for program of about 10 guests
- Program times, prices, components and animal participation are subject to change
- For animal safety, no personal belongings, including phones and cameras, are permitted along interaction wall
- Professional photographers may photograph participants and select animal interactions; photos are sold separately
- Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice are nonrefundable
- Individuals with disabilities who require accommodations should visit the Contact Us page to discuss requests prior to making reservations
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Popular Tour!
Popular Tour!
Dolphins Up-Close Tour
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Popular Tour!
Prices Starting at
$ 59.00 /ea.
- Opportunity to have your picture taken while touching and feeding dolphins
- Experience an extended hands-on interaction and training session with our dolphin family with the help of expert animal care specialists
- Practice what you've learned while asking a dolphin to perform some of the behaviors
- Admission to SeaWorld is required and not included
- Guests under 3 years of age are free and do not require a reservation
- All guests under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult
- Groups will be combined for tour of about 18 guests
- Program times, prices, components and animal participation are subject to change
- For animal safety, no personal belongings, including phones and cameras, are permitted along interaction wall
- Professional photographers may photograph participants and select animal interactions; photos are sold separately
- Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice are nonrefundable
- Individuals with disabilities who require accommodations should visit the Contact Us page to discuss requests prior to making reservations
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Popular Tour!
Guest (ages 3+)
$ 59.00 /ea.
- Opportunity to have your picture taken while touching and feeding dolphins
- Experience an extended hands-on interaction and training session with our dolphin family with the help of expert animal care specialists
- Practice what you've learned while asking a dolphin to perform some of the behaviors
- Admission to SeaWorld is required and not included
- Guests under 3 years of age are free and do not require a reservation
- All guests under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult
- Groups will be combined for tour of about 18 guests
- Program times, prices, components and animal participation are subject to change
- For animal safety, no personal belongings, including phones and cameras, are permitted along interaction wall
- Professional photographers may photograph participants and select animal interactions; photos are sold separately
- Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice are nonrefundable
- Individuals with disabilities who require accommodations should visit the Contact Us page to discuss requests prior to making reservations
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Animal Experience Add-On Package
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$ 29.00 /ea. $37.99
We’re sure you’ll enjoy your tour so much that you’ll want to take home a souvenir, so we’re making it easy and you’ll get to save when you buy in advance!
Package includes:
- (1) printed photo ($20 if purchased separately)
- (1) medium sized plush ($17.99 if purchased separately)
Note: Tour must be purchased separately.
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Add-On Package
$ 29.00 /ea. $37.99
We’re sure you’ll enjoy your tour so much that you’ll want to take home a souvenir, so we’re making it easy and you’ll get to save when you buy in advance!
Package includes:
- (1) printed photo ($20 if purchased separately)
- (1) medium sized plush ($17.99 if purchased separately)
Note: Tour must be purchased separately.
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Pass Member Discounts
Did you know Pass Members save up to 50% on Quick Queue®, select tours, and in-park experiences? Discount varies by tier. Log in to see your discounted prices throughout the website.
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A Day To Remember
Dolphin Swim
Enjoy a full day of fun and relaxation at Discovery Cove. Upgrade your day with a 30 minute dolphin swim including a shallow water dolphin interaction with a deep-water tow for the entire group.
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Dolphins Up-Close Tour
Have you ever dreamed of meeting the ocean’s most playful ambassador? Find yourself face-to-face with bottlenose dolphins during this incredible hands-on tour.
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Dolphin Adventures
Explore the exciting world of bottlenose dolphins in a way you’ve never experienced before.
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Dolphin Nursery
Watch mother dolphins and their calves at the Dolphin Nursery.