Which experiences are suitable for young children?

Dolphin Encounter, Dolphin Meet and Greet, and Sea Lion Meet and Greet are open to guests of all ages. Dolphin Swim and Dolphin Kayak require participants to be at least 8 years old, and Dolphin Paddle requires a minimum age of 12.

Do children need to be accompanied by an adult?

Yes. Guests under 12 years must be accompanied by a paying adult aged 18 or over.

How do I know which ticket type — child or adult — to select?

Height is the deciding factor: guests below 120 cm require a child ticket, and guests 120 cm and above require an adult ticket, regardless of age.

Can I check in on my mobile, or do I need to print the ticket?

Mobile tickets are accepted — simply show your booking confirmation on your phone at the Dolphin Bay entrance.

What are the opening hours for Dolphin Bay?

Opening hours can vary. Check the official Atlantis Aquaventure website before your visit to confirm the schedule for your chosen date.

Is the Aquaventure Waterpark pass included with every option?

Yes — all six ticket options listed include a full Aquaventure Waterpark day pass alongside your chosen marine experience.

Atlantis Aquaventure World Dubai - Dolphin and Sea Lion Experiences at Atlas Village

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Duration

1 hour

Cancellation

Free cancellation 72hrs

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

Chosen marine experience (Dolphin Encounter, Dolphin Swim, Dolphin Meet and Greet, Sea Lion Meet and Greet, Dolphin Kayak, or Dolphin Paddle)

Aquaventure Waterpark day pass

Not included

Hotel transfers

Meals and beverages

Personal photographs (check on-site photography packages)

Know before you go

Guests below 120 cm are ticketed as children; guests 120 cm and above are ticketed as adults.

Children under 3 years are admitted free of charge.

Children under 12 must be accompanied by a paying adult aged 18 or over.

Dolphin Swim and Dolphin Kayak are available to participants aged 8 and above only.

Dolphin Paddle is available to participants aged 12 and above only.

Verify daily opening hours on the official Atlantis website before travelling to the venue.

Arrive with swimwear on or ready to change — lockers are typically available on site.

Meeting point

Dolphin Bay at Aquaventure World, Atlantis, Crescent Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Head to Dolphin Bay within Aquaventure World at Atlantis The Palm. Present your mobile or printed ticket at the entrance to redeem your waterpark pass and check in for your chosen marine experience.

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What to bring

Mobile or printed ticket
Swimwear
Towel
Sunscreen (reef-safe recommended)
Valid ID for age verification if required

Atlantis Aquaventure World Dubai - Dolphin and Sea Lion Experiences at Atlas Village

Atlantis Aquaventure World Dubai - Dolphin and Sea Lion Experiences at Atlas Village

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