Where to Go: the 4 Best Dubai Dolphin Watching Tours

1.Dolphin Encounter & Aquaventure Waterpark Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,269 reviews · from $197Our pick

At Atlantis the Palm, a marine mammal specialist leads a 15-minute briefing before your 30-minute shallow-water dolphin encounter. Guides such as Julia, Ryan, and Warwick explain dolphin care and behavior. Your ticket also gives same-day Aquaventure access, including Leap of Faith, Odyssey of Terror, pools, lagoons, and Kids Splashers Zones.

“Incredible Experience. We took our 8 & 6 Daughters who absolutely loved the experience. We met Amira and Kai the Dolphins and Julia the Dolphin Trainer, who was very knowledgeable and friendly. Would definitely recommend the experience! We also added on the Sea Lion Encounter on the day which was amazing! The only downside is that the photo prices are quite expensive!”

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2.Swim with Dolphins at Atlantis Waterpark

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,184 reviews · from $225

Meet a dolphin at Atlantis Dubai’s Dolphin Bay during a 15-minute briefing and 30-minute deep-water session for confident swimmers. Trainers explain dolphin behavior, guide hugs and simple maneuvers, and provide wetsuits, towels, lockers, drinks, and same-day Aquaventure access. The program allows up to eight people per dolphin and costs $225.

“Happy the instructor with Lennox the dolphin was excellent”

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3.Dubai Dolphinarium Dolphin, Seal & Bird Show Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,020 reviews · from $25Best value

Meet dolphins, seals, sea lions, and colorful birds at Dubai Dolphinarium inside Creek Park. Your ticket covers the animal show, while VIP seating and dolphin encounters cost extra. Arrive at Gate 1, pay the separate AED 5 park fee, and settle in for a lively family show with acrobatics, tricks, and plenty of splashes.

“Seamless and very nice to watch. Amazing animals and friendly stuff”

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4.Atlantis Dolphin Kayak Trip & Aquaventure Waterpark

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 92 reviews · from $135

Meet your instructor at Dolphin Bay Lagoon for a safety briefing, then kayak near Atlantis The Palm’s resident dolphins while learning about their habits. Your package also includes same-day entry to Aquaventure Waterpark, plus lockers, changing rooms, showers, equipment, and juice. Bring swimwear and photo ID.

“the instructor was very helpful, he gave us a full inside into the dolphins habits etc. it's well worth the money”

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