Dolphin Encounter | Dolphin Academy Curacao

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A dolphin experience for all ages! The dolphins at Dolphin Academy will steal your heart with this fun, intimate, and interactive meeting.

What can you expect?

This magical encounter at Dolphin Academy begins at either 8:30, 11:00, and 14:00. While standing in waist-deep water you will be able to gently pet a dolphin who will then give you a kiss and a handshake. The trainer will teach you all about dolphins, their body parts, and their behaviors. After the information about dolphins you will continue with interactive program in the water that takes about 20 minutes. Prior to the program, you will receive instructions from the dolphin trainers. After the encounter, we advise that you stay and walk around in the Sea Aquarium. You can learn more about Curacao fascinating sea life, feed the nurse sharks, feed the flamingos and watch the sea lions steal the show! A great day out for the family.

Book your spot today for an immersive and educational Dolphin Encounter at Dolphin Academy!

General information

	Days	Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
	Duration	1.5 hours ( 20 minutes in the water )
	Start Time	8:30AM, 11AM, 2PM
	Min.Age Required	all ages
	Children	$65

What’s Included:

Interactive meeting with dolphins
Extensive knowledge about dolphins
Experienced trainers
Get a kiss and a handshake from a dolphin!
Entrance to the Sea Aquarium
Free Wifi
Lockers

Meeting & Pick up:

This tour does not offer pick up service
Start time: 8:30AM, 11AM, 2PM
The duration of this activity is 1.5 hours, with a total of 20 minutes in the water

What to bring:

Towel
Dry clothing
Sunscreen
Bathing suit

Know before you go:

Entrance to the Sea Aquarium is included for participants
Babies up to and including 11 months of age are free of charge
Children ages 1 – 4 get a special price of $65
Toddlers and babies must be held by their parents
Children below a height of 1.30 m (4.27 ft) must be accompanied by a paying adult
For each child under 1.30 m (4.27 ft), there must be one paying adult present
Please arrive fifteen minutes before the program begins
This activity is safe for pregnant women
Family and friends are more than welcome to take photographs from the observer areas
All observers, including parents/guardians signing waivers for minors, are required to pay the entrance fee at Curacao Sea Aquarium
After your encounter, you can visit the gift store for pictures or a nice souvenir
There is a limit of max of 6 people, per 1 dolphin

Additional information:

Dolphin Academy is one of the only facilities in the world that works with trained dolphins in the open sea.
The dolphins reside on the premises of the Curacao Sea Aquarium in four primary lagoons interconnected by secondary basins and canals. The lagoons are in contact with the ocean, allowing a constant flow of fresh seawater and numerous fish and invertebrate species.

Refund and Cancellation Policy:

A cancellation up to 24 hours prior to departure of the tour entitles the guest to a 100% refund.
Less than 24 hours prior to departure, the guest receives no refund unless due to illness accompanied by a valid doctor's statement.
In case of illness, only the person who is ill will receive a 100% refund. Other participants within the same booking that cancel the tour will not receive a refund unless otherwise decided by the supplier depending on the circumstances.
No-shows, or if you miss the tour because you are too late, and cancellations made less than 24 hours before the scheduled activity will be charged the full price.
In case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances the tour will be rescheduled, if rescheduling is not possible or the new time is inconvenient for you, a full refund will be issued.

Learn more about cancellations.

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Reviews

129channingw

January 2026

Great experience in Curacao!

We had a great time on our dolphin swim! Our guide was super helpful and friendly and it was a wonderful experience! Highly recommend!!

Geja06

January 2026

Wonderful

It was wonderful, the most beautiful thing I have ever done. It was worth the money, really lovely and the people are so kind.

Excursion06271713366

January 2026

A magical encounter🤩

Our dolphin encounter was a truly unique experience. It was incredible to be so close to these wonderful animals. The relationship between the trainer and the dolphin was simply magical and so affectionate... just wow! What's really great is that the dolphins have open access to the sea and aren't forced to do anything!♥️ When we're back in Curaçao, we'll definitely visit this place again. Thank you so much for the amazing experience! ♥️

michellebR8120HK

November 2025

Amazing!

During our cruise stop in Curaçao, we did the dolphin swim and it was absolutely incredible. We spent what felt like a generous amount of time in the water swimming and interacting with the dolphins. They were friendly and playful. The trainers were knowledgeable and attentive, providing clear guidance to ensure everyone had the best possible experience. One of the most memorable moments was toward the end, when we had the opportunity to dive with the dolphins as they swam right alongside us. Fins were provided, making it easy to move through the water, and while life jackets were available for those who needed them, even the weaker swimmers in our group felt comfortable without them thanks to the buoyancy of the saltwater. The photos taken during the experience were outstanding and available for purchase, allowing us to take home lasting memories. Admission to the aquarium was also included, which was a great added bonus and made the experience even more worthwhile. Highly recommend this experience!