A SEA ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS ISLAND PROGRAM

This is not a swim program. This is an up-close experience that does not include touching the dolphins.

Cost:

There are 3 cost options for the program:
• R541 (per person)
• R2 650 (group of 5 people)
• R3 180 (exclusive booking)

Your dolphin experience will include:

• A 15-minute introduction and 20-minute dolphin session around the pool with your host, the trainers, and the dolphins.
• You will be introduced to different dolphins, get a sense of their personalities, and learn to recognize one from the other.
• Amazing facts about dolphin behavior, biology, and adaptations will be shared; you will see many of these behaviors up close.
• You will see the dolphin’s power and grace under the water from the viewing window.
• You will learn how we communicate with the dolphins and have a chance to do the same.
• Be prepared to get splashed which can result in getting very wet.

What you need to know about participating in the “Up Close with Dolphins” program:

• Participants must be 5 years and older. Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by a paying adult who they must be able to listen to.
• Bring a towel and change of clothing.
• The program runs from Friday to Sunday, with a maximum of 5 guests per day. The total number of guests could be made up of one family or 5 unrelated people.
• You may bring your photographer to take photographs from the stadium.
• This program is not available during school and public holidays.
• Guests must arrive at uShaka Marine World Sea Animal Encounters Island at 08h30 to complete the administrative elements.
• The Up Close with Dolphins program starts promptly at 09h15.
• Experiences are unique and may differ from day to day and season to season depending on which dolphins participate.
• Experiences may have to be canceled should the care and welfare of the dolphins require so.
• Right of admission is reserved.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a high-demand activity, and bookings must be confirmed via telephone or email 2 days before the activity via 031-328 8052 or elwaboshi@ushakamarineworld.co.za If the booking is not confirmed 2 days before it will be cancelled in favour of those on the waiting list.

Safety of guests and animals

Because of the special nature of the activity and for the safety of uShaka Sea World guests and dolphins, a few restrictions apply:

• An indemnity form must be signed by each participant before entering the Dolphin area.
• Guests need to be able to speak and understand English.
• The health of the dolphins and our trainers is a priority. If you are feeling unwell, the team will try to reschedule your booking for another day.
• Participants must agree to follow the directions given by the trainers.
• All participants must remove sunglasses and all jewelry during the experience. Please take responsibility for your belongings.
• Guests may have cell phones with them if they wish to take their photographs, but these are at your own risk.

For bookings kindly contact:
Sea Animal Encounters on 031-328 8052
Or email elwaboshi@ushakamarineworld.co.za