For a very special experience, we offer a variety of premium encounters with our animals, including several water based programs.
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At Dolphin Marine Conservation Park we offer a range of incredible and unforgettable experiences that allow you to get up close
and form a personal bond with our friendly animals in a relaxed and intimate setting.
All of our experiences include around twenty minutes of actual contact time with our amazing animals where you will enjoy patting
and playing with them while you learn about your new friend's biology and conservation from an experienced Marine Mammal Specialist
who will also be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Our friendly photographers will also be there at each experience and will capture the special moment between you and your new animal
friend. Each animal experience at Dolphin Marine Conservation Park includes a professional photograph.
There is an animal experience available for all ages and ability levels, including shallow water encounters, interacting in the
water with seals and dolphins for more confident swimmers, a land based dolphin and seal encounter for guests who do not wish
to enter the water and the day long Trainer For A Day for guests who want to experience what life is really like for the Marine
Mammal Specialists who work at Dolphin Marine Conservation Park. Many of our programs even give you the option to book your
encounter as a private experience, ensuring you and your friends and family can share a private and intimate memory that will
last forever.
We take bookings up to 12 months in advance and prices are seasonal. Please book early, as sessions fill very fast and we have
limited spaces. If you want to book an encounter during the busy school holiday periods, it is essential you book well in advance.
- Any medical conditions and/or disabilities may effect the encounter - please contact our friendly staff on 02 66591 910 for
more information and possible options.
- Bookings are essential and full payment is required at time of booking.
- Women must not be pregnant, for the reasons why please see our FAQ's
- Swimmers must not have any open cuts or infections at the time of the encounter.
- Hair must be worn loose with no hair ties or clips in the hair - if you have beads in your hair, you will need to wear a swimming
cap, which you will need to supply.
- Children: Age & height restrictions may apply please consult the bookings officer
- Please note interaction times maybe subject to change on the day.
Please note: The structure and the animal behaviours/activities included in the encounters are chosen to encourage enjoyment for both animal and guest, therefore all encounters are designed with the animal's health and well-being in mind.
Peak season is all NSW school holidays, Easter weekend
Off season is outside all NSW School Holidays except the June/July Holidays