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Dolphin Bay

Crescent Road | Atlantis The Palm, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
04-4261030
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Owner description: Dolphin Bay in Dubai is one of the world’s largest and most sophisticated dolphin habitats in the world. Here you can select from a range of dolphin... more » Owner description: Dolphin Bay in Dubai is one of the world’s largest and most sophisticated dolphin habitats in the world. Here you can select from a range of dolphin interactions suitable for all ages and swimming abilities. Experiences range from standing in shallow water to swimming or scuba diving alongside these charismatic creatures. All Dolphin Bay packages also include access to Aquaventure Waterpark. « less
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

I have always wanted to swim with dolphins so really could not wait to get to Dolphin Bay. It was quite expensive but not something that you would do everyday. The dolphins were lovely and is was surprisingly emotional to interact with one. I was a bit taken back to find out that the lagoon is a man made concrete... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

I know it's a bit pricy... but I found it to be worth it. I can't remember the different packages that are available but we were in a small group and got a chance to swim with the dolphin, kiss him and watch him do tricks. We bought the photos from the Bay but I believe you have the option... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

Went there with my girlfriend, fon of Dolphin. I have to say that I was impressed by the professionalism of the staff are the coordination of the event is 100% efficient. You can swin, get a kiss and pushed with the Dolphin and not like in Turkey where you wait 30 minutes to get with the dolphin for 30 second.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 NEW via mobile

We went for the shallow water meet 6 adults 5 kids u get about 30 mins in the water. My sister paid for the Spectors pass so she got some amazing photos we didn't need to buy theirs I had heard that they face u away from people on purpose but they didn't. U get to kiss and hug the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013 NEW

The sun was piping hot overhead and the water in the lagoon was freezing cold around my waist and feet but all of this is soon forgotten when you are finally given the opportunity to interact with your dolphin. Our group was made up of 10 persons (a mix of 6 adults and 4 kids) and each family had there... More

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See 4 more reviews by Travel-Holic007 for Dubai
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

this was just great swimming with dolphins its everything you expect and more, but you do get ripped off for the photo prices, take your own pics or only buy the basic pacage its all you need

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See 2 more reviews by lucky l for Dubai
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

I booked this trip as this was something I wanted to do, swim with the dolphins! And at Atlantis Bay at the Palm in Dubai, which place could be more suitable? I did the deep water swim,where you get a kiss and hugs from the dolphin, spin in a water and at the end a belly ride, which was the... More

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See 3 more reviews by mishiaki for Dubai
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

We did the "Dolphin Encounter" with our two kids, aged 5 and12. This is the shallow water version that allows young kids to participate. We were somewhat concerned that it may be limited by that, but it was actually a very fulfilling experience for all of us, with a lot of interaction with our dolphin. The way the dolphins obey... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

We booked the "Dolphin Encounter Experience" which was in the shallow water with the dolphins - this was perfect as we have young children. You get the chance to watch them show off and perform their tricks!!!, you also get the opportunity to cuddle, play and kiss the dolphins. Our dolphin was called Booker and she was incredible. The trainers... More

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See 6 more reviews by CarolynF521 for Dubai
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

What a lovely hands on experience. Our 12 year old son loved it. Expensive but we all enjoyed it. We did the shallow experience so you can stand up.

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