How much is a dolphin experience?
The price depends on the type of experience and seasonality. Please contact us on +971 4 426 0000 or atp-dolphinbay@atlantisdubai.com to get detailed information. Online bookings can also be done through our website.

What's the minimum age for a dolphin experience?
All children under 12 years old must be accompanied by a participating, paying adult of 18 years old and above. For the Dolphin Meet & Greet, Dolphin Dip & Play and Sea Lion Meet & Greet there is no age limit and children 2 years old and below have complimentary access.
For the Dolphin Swim & Explore, participants must be a minimum of 8 years old and be confident swimmers and able to tread water.
For the Dolphin Dive & Discover, participants must be a minimum of 8 years old and they do not need to be certified divers in order to participate in the experience.

If I'm a hotel guest, do I receive a discount?
Yes, we offer preferential rates for all guests staying with us.

Are photos included in the price I pay?
Photos are available at an additional charge, the only experiences providing one complimentary photo is Dolphin Meet & Greet and Sea Lion Meet & Greet.

What's included in the price I pay?
The price includes an experience programme with our dolphins, FREE same-day access to Aquaventure Waterpark, a locker for the duration of the experience, towels, juices after the experience and 25% off same-day admission rates to The Lost Chambers Aquarium.

Do I have to be able to swim?
For the Dolphin Swim & Explore, participants must be confident swimmers and able to tread water. We offer Dolphin Meet & Greet and Dolphin Dip & Play for non-swimmers.

If I book a dolphin or sea lion experience, am I allowed to use the hotel’s pools and beaches?
The hotel pool and beaches are exclusively for hotel guests. However all our fun and educational dolphin and sea lion experiences include FREE same-day access to Aquaventure Waterpark and its private beach.

How much is a sea lion experience?
The price depends on the type of experience and seasonality. Please contact us on +971 4 426 0000 or atp-dolphinbay@atlantisdubai.com to get detailed information. Online bookings can also be done through our website.

What's the minimum age to do a sea lion experience?
All children under 12 years old must be accompanied by a participating and paying adult of 18 years old and above. Sea Lion Dip & Play is available for children 8 years old and above at a minimum height of at least 1.20m. Sea Lion Meet & Greet is available for all ages and children 2 years old and below have complimentary access.

Do you provide parking?
If you are arriving by car, please park your vehicle at Aquaventure Waterpark parking (turn right at the first roundabout after exiting the tunnel leading to Atlantis, The Palm). A complimentary shuttle bus service will take you to the Aquaventure and Atlas Village Ticketing Plaza. If you're staying with us at Atlantis, The Palm, kindly make your way to the Atlas Village counters at Aquaventure Ticketing Plaza or directly to the entrance at Atlas Village.

Do you recommend/make interaction bookings for guests with disabilities?
Atlas Village is committed to providing the best possible experience for People of Determination. Guests can contact us in advance for information on the accessibility of our activities and facilities depending on their individual needs. We offer a 50% discount on admission and select activities at the gate to those in possession of a disability card as well as their caregiver. Guests requiring assistance can contact a member of staff upon arrival, who will be able to assist.

Am I allowed to book an interaction if I'm pregnant?
If you are pregnant and are interested in experiencing a dolphin or sea lion programme, please consult your physician. Please inform the Reservation Agents at extension 61030 once you are at Atlantis, The Palm of any medical conditions that could affect your participation.

Am I allowed take my camera in the water?
Cameras, jewellery, hair accessories or any loose accessory are not allowed in the water for the safety of our animals. You can purchase photos taken by our professional photographer. Observes with an Observer Pass can take photos for you.

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