Animal Carer Experience (ACE)
The Animal Carer Experience (ACE) is a fantastic opportunity for kids and teens (aged 8-16) to get a taste of life as a Marine Animal Carer. Activities include caring for some of the animals that call Dolphin Marine Conservation Park home and helping to feed and care for the sick wildlife in our specialised Rehabilitation Hospital. Participants will also have the opportunity to educate the public about marine conservation and help promote the importance of our environmental enrichment program by interacting with animals including dolphins, penguins and endangered sea lions.
Disclaimer: Please note that no in-water interactions are included in this new Animal Carer Experience.
***NB: The Animal Carer Experience replaces the Junior Marine Ranger program until further notice.***
Experience includes lunch, photo and a personalised certificate. Plus:
- VIP Seating for Main Marine Presentation
- VIP Tour of Dolphin Marine Conservation Park
- Feed and care for sick and injured Sea Turtles
- Get splashed by our fish, rays and sharks
- Meet Freshwater Turtles up close
- Provide enrichment for our Little Bue Penguins
- Interact with our Sea Lions and their favourite toys
- Watch as our dolphins interact with their environment
- Time: 10:30am - 1:30pm
- includes: Lunch, printed 6 x 8 photo of your child, VIP Seating at our Main Marine Presentation
- Age: 8-16 years
- Maximum group size: 10 children per experience (Minimum of 6 required to run the program)
- Cost: $275 per child
The Animal Carer Experience (ACE) runs Saturdays and Wednesdays throughout the school holidays. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL. Please call (02) 6659 1910 to check next dates and secure your child's place. Please call between 9 am and 2 pm daily.
Essential Requirements:
- Enclosed Footwear
- Hat & Sunscreen
- Camera - your child can take photos to record a personal memento of their experience
To arrange a GIFT CERTIFICATE for this experience please call Bookings on (02) 6659 1910.
