Miami Dolphin Swim Odyssey

Miami / Key Biscayne

Dolphin Swim Odyssey – Get a Thrilling Ride!

 

Must be 52″ tall – $219 per participant

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Dolphin Swim / Odyssey is a 20 to 30 minute shallow and deep water experience including touching, playing and training with a dolphin and the chance for a deep-water interaction with a dolphin with a dorsal fin ride across the water, General Admission to Park, Marine Animal Shows and Marine Animal Exhibits, and other Marine Animal Shows. Must be 52 inches (4’4″) or 132 centimeters tall to participate.

Discover Important Miami Dolphin Swim Details

  • A 15-30 minute educational classroom presentation prior to entering the water.
  • A 20 to 30 minute shallow and deep water experience including touching, playing and training with a dolphin in shallow water first with a small group of guestsThen you will slide into deep water where the dolphin will come up to you and you will grab the dorsal fin for 1 ride with 1 dolphin, one on one with the dolphin.
  • Approximately 2 hours with the Dolphins Program, Presentation, Changing Time & Photo Lab.
  • Your ability to swim is helpful in this program.
  • Each session is unique, based upon the guests and dolphins.

Requirement Information

  • All participants must be 52” (4’4 or132cm) tall
  • Anyone within 52inches/132cm/4’4″ to 9 years old child, must have a paid Adult participant in the water with the child. An Adult is anyone from 18 years or older.
  • None of the Participants for the Dolphin Swim Odyssey can be over 250 Pounds (114 Kilograms) in Weight. 
  • Participants from 10 to 17 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult as an observer or participant.
  • Must be able to understand directions given in English or have a paid family member or friend in the water to translate.
  • No Pregnant Women allowed to participate.
  • No Jewelry, No Body Piercings, No Nail Jewelry, No Cameras, No Hats, No Head Coverings, No Outside Objects with the Dolphins.
  • If you have any physical or mental limitation, please contact us before booking.

General Information:

  • A lifevest is provided for use during the session.  Guests should bring their own bathing suit & towel.
  • Free Lockers, Showers, and Changing rooms available.
  • In addition, you will get an opportunity to see shows with Dolphins, Sea Lions, and Animal Exhibits with Tropical Fish, Birds, Rays, and Reptiles. You could spend 3-4 hours in the facility.
  • 14 participants maximum per session. (broken into two smaller groups per 6 to 7 per platform)
  • Open 365 Days a Year

Available:

The time slots available includes a guaranteed 30 minute dolphin program, educational briefing, changing time, looking at professional photos, dolphin shows, sea lion show, & marine exhibits. Total time of activities is about 3 – 4 hours.

  • Morning & Afternoon Sessions available
    • Shows & Exhibits,  Get Park Map with Schedule of shows and exhibits, Explore Park, See Park Shows & Exhibits, Dolphins, Sea Lions, Rays, Fish, Birds, Reptiles & More.
    • Check In for Dolphin Program, Changing Time, Educational Briefing, Dolphin Program, Looking at Professional Photos.

    Due to seasonal demands, Timing may change because of added dolphin sessions.

Miami Location:

The Dolphin Facility is on Key Biscayne, which is a set of Islands that extend from Downtown Miami. You will get complete written directions with your ticket. < Map >

  • All Day Parking available, $20 per car.
  • Free Drop Off and Pick Up Area.
  • Food & Drink for Purchase – Air Conditioned Cafeteria and Outdoor Pizzeria Available.
  • Gift Shop with Large Selections of Items to purchase on Site.

Driving Times: These times are approximate from the location listed below to Key Biscayne, depending on traffic and weather conditions

  • Miami Beach & South Beach – 20 / 30 minutes
  • Miami Cruise Ship Port – 20 minutes
  • Miami Airport – 20 minutes
  • Fort Lauderdale Area – 40 minutes / 1 hour
  • Boca Raton – 1 hour
  • West Palm Beach – 1 1/2 / 2 hours
  • Naples/Marco Island – 2 hours
  • Fort Myers Beach – 2 1/2 hours

Photography

  • If you have an observer in your group, they can take photos and videos of you during your dolphin program.
  • Observer must stay in the observation area to view the multiple pools with the dolphins, some views are better than others.
  • There will be professional photographer taking photos (No Video) of you and your group with the dolphins to purchase afterwards.
  • NO cameras allowed in the water with the dolphins.

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Are you traveling to the South Florida area and looking for exciting and adventurous activities for you and your loved ones? How about an in-depth program where you get the amazing opportunity to go swimming with dolphins in Miami and learn about them, and other marine and land animals animals. All this is on the famous Key Biscayne, Miami! This location is great for anyone staying in South Florida as it is only 20 minutes from Miami Beach, less than 1 hour from Ft. Lauderdale, and less than 2 hours from West Palm Beach by car!

Don’t have a ride? Don’t worry, Dolphin World has special transportation services that will escort you both to the park and back to where you are staying. Our Miami swimming with dolphins Programs and Encounters are sure to give you unique memories of your vacation that will last a lifetime!

These Miami swim with dolphins programs are specially designed to be fun, very informative, and extremely interactive just for you! They are a perfect way for a family to spend quality time together, a unique and romantic experience for a honeymoon couple, or a special event for young adults learning about Marine Biology and Land Animal behaviors. Dolphins love shallow water, but competition for these tickets runs deep- book early!

Are you traveling to the South Florida area and looking for exciting and adventurous activities for you and your loved ones? How about an in-depth program where you get the amazing opportunity to go swimming with dolphins in Miami and learn about them, and other marine and land animals animals. All this is on the famous Key Biscayne, Miami! This location is great for anyone staying in South Florida as it is only 20 minutes from Miami Beach, less than 1 hour from Ft. Lauderdale, and less than 2 hours from West Palm Beach by car!

Don’t have a ride? Don’t worry, Dolphin World has special transportation services that will escort you both to the park and back to where you are staying. Our Miami swimming with dolphins Programs and Encounters are sure to give you unique memories of your vacation that will last a lifetime!

These Miami swim with dolphins programs are specially designed to be fun, very informative, and extremely interactive just for you! They are a perfect way for a family to spend quality time together, a unique and romantic experience for a honeymoon couple, or a special event for young adults learning about Marine Biology and Land Animal behaviors. Dolphins love shallow water, but competition for these tickets runs deep- book early!

Are you traveling to the South Florida area and looking for exciting and adventurous activities for you and your loved ones? How about an in-depth program where you get the amazing opportunity to go swimming with dolphins in Miami and learn about them, and other marine and land animals animals. All this is on the famous Key Biscayne, Miami! This location is great for anyone staying in South Florida as it is only 20 minutes from Miami Beach, less than 1 hour from Ft. Lauderdale, and less than 2 hours from West Palm Beach by car!

Don’t have a ride? Don’t worry, Dolphin World has special transportation services that will escort you both to the park and back to where you are staying. Our Miami swimming with dolphins Programs and Encounters are sure to give you unique memories of your vacation that will last a lifetime!

These Miami swim with dolphins programs are specially designed to be fun, very informative, and extremely interactive just for you! They are a perfect way for a family to spend quality time together, a unique and romantic experience for a honeymoon couple, or a special event for young adults learning about Marine Biology and Land Animal behaviors. Dolphins love shallow water, but competition for these tickets runs deep- book early!

You can come face-to-face with an Atlantic Bottlenose dolphin with your Miami Swim with Dolphins – Odyssey Program. You will learn about these underwater mammals in an interactive class that teaches you the basics about dolphins and what is going to happen during your dolphin program. You can submerse yourself in the water as you interact with the Dolphins as you get to Train, Kiss, Rub, Pet, and get up-close to the dolphins in this heart-warming program. Partake in an opportunity to be whisked away by a dolphin as it carries you across the pool and get to swim with the dolphins in deep water. After your dolphin adventure, spend the rest of the day exploring the many exhibits and presentations offered at the Miami dolphin facility & Park.

Save Money and make your reservation online. In order to get any of these discounts, you must type the Online Discount Promotional Code in the discount box of the reservation form (Payment Page). After picking the amount of participants/observers, date of travel, and time of program, you will be taken to the reservation form to start your online booking. When you get to payment page, this is where the promotional code needs to be written in the comment box. Without this written code, you will not get the promotional discount. These online promotions can not be combined with any previous orders or discounts. These discounts are for online orders only and the discounts will NOT be offered or honored over the phone with a Dolphin World representative or during the High Season or with any additional Transportation service.

Dolphin World Online Promotions:

  • NO DISCOUNTS DURING HIGH SEASON!! March 25 & April 8, 2018 – December 20, 2018 – January 8, 2019
  • Make your reservation more than 8 days or more in advance get 5% off each person. CODE: online5%off
  • Make your reservation online and get 2.5% off each person. CODE: miamibookingspecial
  • Only one discount code per order.

Redemption Instructions

Upon arrival, please proceed to check-in window, present your dolphin program confirmation number or your last name, which you will receive after making your reservation via email or text.

  • Confirmation number is a must for entrance.
  • You do not need to have a printed voucher.
  • All customers/participants are required to sign liability waivers before participating in this activity.

Dolphin Swim / Odyssey Restrictions:

  • Minimum height requirement is 52. No exceptions. (52 = 4’4 = 132cm)
  • Children under 18 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, either as a participant or an observer.
  • This program is not available to expectant mothers.
  • All Participants that are going in the water must be able to understand directions given in English or provide a translator who will be in the water with them.
  • You can not enter the water with any jewelry, hair beads, sunglasses, cameras, cell phones, or body piercing. (nose, tongue, or any areas of the body).
  • Food is not included

Refunds / Cancellations and Changes:

All cancellations must be received by Dolphin World / Keys Adventure Tours, Inc. in writing by email or regular mail.

  • A 10% service charge will apply per person for any cancellations prior 31 days of activity date.
  • A 50% service charge will apply per person for any cancellations within 30 – 15 day period prior activity date.
  • A 75% service charge will apply per person for any cancellations within 14 – 8 day period prior activity date.
  • Prior 8 days of your reservation date, you may change your reservation to a gift certificate, where you would not incur any penalties except the change fee. This gift certificate will be good for 1 year from the date of the certificate.
  • NO REFUND OR CHANGES WILL BE GIVEN TO ANY ACTIVITY PARTICIPANTS who tries to cancel or change within the 7 day period, does not show up, are late for scheduled program(s). Once a reservation has a confirmation number and confirmed, a refund or change can only be made more than 7 days of the activity date and any change to the program date is subject to availability. Changes made to existing reservations are subject to a $25.00 per person change fee.
  • The Dolphin Swim goes on Rain or Shine.

WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THE PURCHASE OF TRIP INSURANCE, which will cover your purchase 100% for any interruptions to your Dolphin World activities! We recommend TravelEx Insurance. Ask a Dolphin World Travel professional for advice on Travel Insurance.

Do you have a Frequently Asked Questions Page with more information? Yes, click this link to see more on the facility, location, map, and hotel information < FAQ PAGE CLICK HERE >

Does your program go on Rain or Shine? Yes, this program goes on Rain or Shine. The dolphin swim and shows, will go on most of the time. If there is thunder, there might be a delay before the program resumes again.

Do you have any wheelchairs or strollers available for the public? Yes, there are wheelchairs and strollers available for rent from the Guest Services area at the entrance of the park on a first come, first serve basis.

Can someone whom is wheelchair-bound participate?
This circumstance will be handled on a case-by-case basis. The following questions will need to be addressed and may require prior management approval:

  • Can the individual stand on the in-water platform without the use of canes or braces?
  • Can the individual tread water/swim? If the individual cannot freely stand on the platform and must tread water to stay in place, an assistant will need to be in the water to help the individual stay on the platform. The assistant, he/she must pay the full regular price.
  • Is the individual capable of lifting his/her full weight out of the water? The facility does not have a ramp or crane available for assistance. In addition, no staff member will be permitted to or is capable of lifting anyone out of the water.

Can handicapped individuals participate?
While this dolphin program does accept handicapped individuals, this program is not a Dolphin Therapy session. This program is primarily recreational. Those interested in a therapy program should consider other locations in the Florida Keys. Although accommodations for handicapped individuals can be arranged, they will not receive special treatments such as extended time or more interactions. If a handicapped individual is to participate, this circumstance will be handled on a case-by-case basis. The following questions will need to be addressed and may require prior management approval:

  • Does the individual meet the height requirement?
  • To what degree is the individual disabled?
  • Does the individual have full control of his/her body without required assistance?
  • Can the individual follow directions and understand English?

Can someone who is blind participate?
Yes, this individual must be accompanied in the water by a paid assistant. The assistant, he/she must pay the full regular price.

Are glasses/contacts permitted in the water?
Contact lenses can be worn. Prescription glasses with clear lenses will be permitted only if they are needed but they cannot be removed at anytime (including for pictures) during the session. We will provide a strap for glasses, which must be worn in order to keep them on securely. Glasses with dark lenses are not permitted unless the individual is sensitive to sunlight, in which case a doctor’s letter will need to be necessary.

Must I know how to swim to participate?
No. Swimming is not required. You will be standing on a platform during the session and the ride during the Dolphin session are optional. Please keep in mind that if you are not comfortable in water, it may not be an enjoyable experience. If you are not comfortable in the water we recommend you participate in our Dolphin Encounter (non-swim) program.

What does it mean to be an Observer?
An Observer is a Participant’s friend or family member. Observers participate in all aspects of the program minus the in-water interaction. During the interaction you can cheer on the Participants and take photos. The Observers stay in the stands and have no contact with the dolphins. The fee includes complimentary admission to the park, so you can see the rest of the shows and exhibits, as well. Observers under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

What should I bring?
You’ll need something to wear under the wetsuit. A bathing suit is most convenient. You can rely on us to provide the following: Showers, keyed lockers, wetsuits and booties. All jewelry must be removed prior to entering the water. No cameras or loose items will be permitted in the water (no exceptions).

What about taking photographs with the Dolphins during my session?
Yes, there are professional staff photographers taking photographs (no video, only stills) of you and your dolphin session. You can purchase these photographs after your session. Prices ranges from $45 and up, depending on how many photographs you purchase. You can not take a camera into the water with you during your dolphin session. If you do have a family or a friend come with you as an observer, they can take photographs of you during your session. Hint: If you don’t have an observer in your group, you might ask another observer from another group to take a few photographs with your camera.

What kind of pools do the animals live in at the Dolphin facility? The animals live in natural salt-water pools. The water is pumped in from Key Biscayne Bay.

Do we have to pay extra entrance and parking fees ? Yes, $10 per car for all day parking. Cars are monitored by a security patrol.

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Includes: Miami Swim with Dolphins – Odyssey Program – A 20 to 30 minute shallow and deep water experience including touching, playing and training with a dolphin and the chance for a deep-water interaction with a dolphin like a dorsal fin ride across the water, General Admission to Park, Marine Animal Shows and Marine Animal Exhibits, and other Marine Animal Shows. Must be 52 inches (4’4″) or 132 centimeters tall to participate.   $219   Book Now!

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