Dolphin Point

Dolphin Point is one of my favorite areas at Seaworld. You have the chance to watch dolphins closely. Depending on the time of day you can feed them, watch them play with toys, pet them (if the dolphins choose to let you) or just watch them swim. Sometimes the trainers are awesome. When my son was two a trainer saw him, came over and called the dolphins over so he could pet one. This was an awesome experience and something that I hadn’t seen before. There is a nice shaded viewing area and also some benches to be able to sit. You can also watch people’s dolphin interactions. If you love dolphins this is a great area to visit.

If you’re there on a date where the dolphins are in a playful mood, you could spend all day here. On my last visit, one dolphin wanted to play catch so much that he kept throwing his buoy over the wall and onto unsuspecting guests’ heads. It was a riot. And then when they threw it back in, he bolted through the water to retrieve it. It was a fantastic experience.
When the dolphins don’t feel like playing, this place can be a bit boring. Just dolphins swimming around aimlessly. Probably counting the minutes to their next meal.

My daughter did the dolphin interaction. She loved it! Who wouldn’t? Lol. It seemed pretty quick and for the money there was a lot of other kids in there too so of course took turns. The pictures they offered were rediculous. You could buy the whole disk but it was everyone. Not just your kid. That seemed odd to me especially the poor quality of the photos. I know its not a professional photographer… that being said don’t charge professional photographer prices…

Back in 2010 I did a dolphin encounter here with my sister and nephew. We had a great time and we had a lot of personal time with the dolphins to feed it and pet it. Lovely creatures.
This time though, we just stood and watch them swim through the tanks and show off occasionally with their flips. My kids loved it and I think when they’re older, I will book them a dolphin encounter here for them to get the same experience I did years ago.

Had a great morning. Got there early before a lot of guests. I had my two year old nephew. One of the trainers saw him and came over next to us. She called over the Dolphins so we could pet it. We didn’t need to purchase anything to have a few minute petting experience.

— Locale Destination —
It’s in Sea World, San Diego.
It’s located between (West side of) «Skytower» and «Shamu Stadium». In the middle of the park.
The pool isn’t that big nor deep, though there’re lots of dolphins there. They have a few places you can see the underwater. Sea otter is right next to the pool.
You can’t put your hands in the water, but you can pet the dolphin if they were close to you… Don’t expect too much but you can see dolphins swimming and jumping pretty close!
****** Special Programs ******
— The space is limited and early reservations are recommended.
— Photographers will be available during the interaction with photos available afterwards for an additional fee.
1) «Dolphin interaction program»
Trainer led in-​water orientation (20 min) and dolphin interaction (60 min as a whole for $ 215) — you can touch, feed and train them. Also, you’ll learn hand signals used to communicate with them.
— You must be at least 10 years old, taller than 48 inches, and in good health
— All participants, or a legal guardian, will be required to sign a liability release form before beginning the program
— Swimming is not part of the program but you should be comfortable in waist/​chest deep water
— You must wear a SeaWorld issued wet suit with booties during the in-​water interaction
— You must bring a swimsuit
— No smoking, No jewelry allowed
— Personal locker room and shower facility provided (soap, shampoo, dryers, and souvenir towel)
2) «Dolphin encounter»
The exclusive trainer guided program (10 to 15 minute for $ 60) «without getting into the water». Trainer led poolside interaction with bottlenose dolphins — you can touch, feed and train them. Also, you’ll learn hand signals used to communicate with them.
— You must be at least 48 inches tall (or accompanied by a paid adult participant).
— No loose jewelry, sunglasses or smoking is permitted during the interaction
— You aren’t in the water, but you might get wet!
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— Conqueror’s Deduction —
I love dolphins. I don’t know why but I’ve always fascinated about the creature — the way they swim, the shape, intelligence, beauty and cuteness… It’s my dream pet ;p
They took away dolphins from the tank right by «Journey to Atlantis», so this is the closest place you can see dolphins now ;(It would be cooler if they trained them a little more so that we can pet them!