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Dolphin Quest

Dolphin Quest

Touch, feed, and swim with dolphins in a pristine, ocean-fed, sea sanctuary located at the Hilton Waikoloa Village®.

Program Information

A Dolphin Experience of a Lifetime

Experience an unforgettable, up-close encounter with a new dolphin friend at Dolphin Quest, where your participation supports vital marine mammal conservation, education and scientific study. Guided by marine mammal specialists, you’ll be truly amazed at the dolphin’s grace, beauty and abilities.

  • Enjoy interactive, hands-on experiences with one of the ocean’s most charismatic animals
  • Guided by marine mammal specialists
  • Learn about the dolphin’s fascinating abilities and natural history
  • Gain a personal appreciation for the importance of preserving marine life and our ocean
  • Programs for the entire family

Our Team

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The Dolphin Quest team includes some of the world's finest marine mammal specialists, veterinarians and behaviorists, all are animal advocates committed to protecting our planet and inspiring the next generation of ocean stewards.

Meet the Stars of the Show—our Dolphins!

  • Kona – listen out for her clicks, squeaks and whistles
  • Keo – watch her chase toys and retrieve them

Program Information

The Encounter

Age: 10 and older

Program Length: 30 minutes (20 minutes dolphin time)

You’ll fall in love at first sight with our amazing dolphins in this combination shallow and deep-water dolphin swim experience, where touching a dolphin will touch your heart forever. Are you ready for a dolphin dance?

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Encounter Deluxe

Age: 5 and older

Program Length: 45 minutes (30 minutes dolphin time)

Looking for a premium dolphin adventure that features maximum togetherness and fun? You’ll love this intimate dolphin swim supreme, full of your favorite dolphin touch, feed and play activities. 

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Kids Quest

Age: 5-9

Program Length: 1 hour, 15 minutes (20 minutes dolphin time)

A high-energy adventure for kids featuring a face-to-face dolphin encounter filled with laughter, discovery and hands-on learning, and super-fun Hawaiian-themed activities and games.

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Sunrise Dolphin Kayak

Age: 10 and older

Program Length: 30 minutes (20 minutes dolphin time)

Start your morning with a blend of adventure and tranquility.  You’ll enjoy the beautiful sunrise on a kayak alongside our dolphins in the spacious Hilton Waikoloa Village Main Lagoon filled with marine life and a cascading waterfall.

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Marine Mammal Specialist for a Day

Age: 10 and older

Program Length: 5 hours, 30 minutes

Spend the day shadowing a specialist as you observe and assist with all aspects of a typical day in the life of a marine mammal specialist. Take home techniques to use on your pets.

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Marine Mammal Specialist for a Week

Age: 12 and older

Program Length: 5 hours, 30 minutes (5 consecutive days)

Treat yourself to a dolphin lovers’ dream vacation and become ‘A Marine Mammal Specialist for a Week’ at Dolphin Quest

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Dolphin Family & Friends

Age: 5 and older

Program Length: 45 minutes (30 minutes of dolphin time)

Bring your ‘ohana’ (Hawaiian for ‘family’) to play with our dolphin ohana, for fantastic

family fun and an extraordinary and memorable family experience. An Encounter Deluxe reserved for your family and friends only!

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Wee Tots

Age: Child 2-4 & Adult 18 or older

Program Length: 10 minutes

Share an amazing experience with your toddler – meet a dolphin!

Cutest photo op ever!

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Group Programs

If you would like to inquire about a private group program for 18+ guests, contact Tulia Ferguson, Regional Sales Representative, at 808.260.9771.

 

 

Contact Dolphin Quest

Central Reservations 1-800-248-3316 (click here for hours of operation)

Local Reservations 1-808-886-2875 (Daily 8:30am to 5:00pm Hawaii Time)

Website www.dolphinquest.com

Email dqhawaii@dolphinquest.com

Reservations are available up to one year in advance.