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Aquaventure Waterpark Tickets with Dolphin Encounter

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Guided tour

Experience Aquaventure’s adrenaline-pumping rides and meet dolphins up close with options to swim, kayak, paddleboard, or enjoy a poolside encounter.

Dive into a day of fun with Aquaventure’s thrilling water rides and make new aquatic friends with playful dolphins at Dolphin Bay.

Your kids will love exploring Splashers Mountain as they scale the challenging climbing courses and get completely doused by the 2 giant buckets.

Discover adrenaline-packed rides like Medusa’s Lair, Shark Attack, Stinger, and Blackout, or relax in the serene lazy river at Aquaventure.

Experience unique dolphin interactions, from a waist-deep encounter to swimming, kayaking, or paddleboarding alongside these friendly marine mammals.

Fun fact: Dolphin Bay is home to Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins. These dolphins are known for their intelligence and playful behavior.

Poolside Dolphin Meet & Greet

Guided poolside dolphin encounter

Behind-the-scenes tour of Dolphin Bay

One complimentary printed photo

Standard entry to Aquaventure Waterpark

1-day access to all rides and attractions

Unlimited access to Aquaventure Beach

Same-day discounted admission rates to Lost Chambers Aquarium

Changing rooms, towels, lockers, and showers for use

In-Water Dolphin Encounter

30-minute in-water interaction with dolphins

Standard entry to Aquaventure Waterpark

1-day access to all rides and attractions

Unlimited access to Aquaventure Beach

Same-day discounted admission rates to Lost Chambers Aquarium

Changing rooms, towels, lockers, and showers for use

Dolphin Swim

30-minute swimming time in the Dolphin Bay lagoon

In-water interaction with dolphins

Standard entry to Aquaventure Waterpark

1-day access to all rides and attractions

Unlimited access to Aquaventure Beach

Same-day discounted admission rates to Lost Chambers Aquarium

Changing rooms, towels, lockers, and showers for use

Dolphin Kayak

20-minute kayaking in the Dolphin Bay lagoon

Standard entry to Aquaventure Waterpark

1-day access to all rides and attractions

Unlimited access to Aquaventure Beach

Same-day discounted admission rates to Lost Chambers Aquarium

Life jackets & wetsuits

Changing rooms, towels, lockers, and showers for use

Dolphin Paddleboarding

20-minute paddleboarding in the Dolphin Bay lagoon

Standard entry to Aquaventure Waterpark

1-day access to all rides and attractions

Unlimited access to Aquaventure Beach

Same-day discounted admission rates to Lost Chambers Aquarium

Life jackets & wetsuits

Changing rooms, towels, lockers, and showers for use

You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Shakeel A
Group
Verified booking
Apr 2026
Everyone book trip headout app they have amazing offers I booked Dubai aquvanture water park good experience
Aleksandar C
Couple
Verified booking
Feb 2026
Claudia W
Group
Verified booking
Sep 2025
Unfortunately, we did not receive the services we had booked... Tickets were also not recognized. Extreme time delay!
Tonci B
Group
Verified booking
Mar 2025
The interaction with the dolphins was not satisfactory, according to the purchased ticket ''combo ticket'' meet with dolphins should last 1 hour 15 minutes but it lasted only 20 minutes.
Tudorache M
Family
Verified booking
Jun 2024
The dolphin experince is more comercial. We were here at the Atlantis on dolphin 10 years ago, and then we had the chance to play with the dolphin with the ball, and Kiss the dolphin. Now we just touched it and they took pictures and nothing impressive. The experience with Headout site was great, and for sure we will recomand and use the site again.

Play with dolphins

At Dolphin Bay, you'll experience the magic of interacting with dolphins in the stunning lagoon. Whether you’re standing waist-deep for an up-close encounter or standing by the poolside, each option offers something special. Say hello to Alice, the gentle and independent dolphin, or enjoy a laugh with Naji, the mischievous youngster who loves to steal toys! Cathy, the caring peacekeeper, might even join you for a relaxing paddleboard experience, while Lennox, the cheeky dolphin, could be right there for a swim. You’ll gain fascinating insights into their unique behaviors and personalities as the marine mammal specialists guide you through this experience. You might even enjoy kayaking through the lagoon, where you can meet them up close as they swim alongside your kayak.

Excitement at Aquaventure

Once you’ve bonded with the dolphins, it’s time for an action-packed splash at Aquaventure! Brace yourself for rides like the Hydra Racer, where you’ll race your friends down a series of high-speed lanes. Feel the rush of the Slitherine slide as you twist and turn through a serpentine journey or experience the heart-pounding Plunge, with a near-vertical drop. For a truly epic ride, take on the Falls, a massive water slide that leaves you drenched and exhilarated. If you want something more relaxing, float along the Lazy River, taking in the stunning surroundings of Atlantis while you unwind.

What to bring

Have your passport and ID ready for a seamless experience.

What's not allowed

Keep in mind cameras, jewelry, hair accessories, or any loose accessories are not allowed in the water for the safety of the animals. Pack wisely!

The Dolphin Paddle experience is for ages 12 and above and all swimming abilities.

The Dolphin Kayak experience is for ages 8 and above and all swimming abilities.

The Dolphin Swim experience is for confident swimmers aged 8 and above.

Additional information

All guests must arrive at least 5 minutes before the scheduled start time. If a participant arrives 15 minutes after the scheduled start time, they will be considered a “no show”.

Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult (aged 18 and above). Children under 2 years are given complimentary access to the Dolphin Meet & Greet. A maximum of 3 children under 12 years per adult is accepted.

Please know that your scheduled time is for the mandatory check-in and not for the experience itself.

If you are pregnant or have any severe medical conditions, you should consult with your physician before booking the experience.

You must be able to understand the safety instructions, which are conducted in English.

You should only touch the animals under the direction of the dolphin trainer.

Observers are allowed for the Dolphin Encounter experience; however, it is on an add-on basis and guests are not allowed to enter the water.

The Dolphin Encounter experience includes 30 minutes of preparation time and 30 minutes in the water.

A complimentary photo will be provided to guests who have opted for the Dolphin Meet & Greet after the experience. Guests who have opted for the other options can purchase photos at the Photo Counter.

Guests participating in the Dolphin Swim experience must be confident swimmers and be able to tread water and swim with a mask and snorkel. They must also wear a swimsuit underneath their wetsuit.

Dolphin Bay reserves the right to refuse anyone who appears to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Exact operating hours can change without prior notice. Please check the official website for the most updated information.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Print out the tickets and display them with a valid photo ID at the venue.

If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.

Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time of your experience to avoid any delays.

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