The Indianapolis Zoo is the only place in the Midwest where you can get in the water with dolphins! Whether you reserve this experience for yourself or as a gift for a loved one, the Dolphin In-Water Adventure is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet these amazing marine mammals up close.
The 90-minute program includes an informational session about dolphins, reserved seats at a scheduled Dolphin Presentation, 30 minutes of memories at the dolphin pool and souvenirs.
Payment in full is required at the time of registration.
Please note: This is a wade-in program. No swimming is involved. Each session includes up to eight participants.
Oct 1 – 31 | Saturdays at 12:15pm & Sundays at 10:15am
Nov 1 – 22 | Saturdays & Sundays at 9:45am
Nov 23 – Jan 5 | Saturdays & Sundays at 12:45pm
Jan 11 – Mar 30 | Saturdays & Sundays at 9:45am
Participant only: Member: $245 | Nonmember: $275
Participant + one complimentary Observer: Member: $245 | Nonmember: $275
Participant + 2 Observers: Member: $285 | Nonmember: $315
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We require 10 days’ advanced notice for any refunds or rescheduling requests for Dolphin In-Water Adventure.
No requests for changes or refunds will be honored after this time. If you do not attend on your scheduled date or cancel within the required time frame of your Educational Program date, no refunds will be issued. Please read program details and requirements closely before signing up to ensure all participating members of your party meet any age or height requirements.
If the Zoo must cancel this program due to animal well-being or weather, you will be notified by phone and sent an email. You will have 14 days from that notification to reschedule your event to a future date. If you do not reach out to reschedule within this period, you will be issued a refund and are welcome to rebook on your own at a time convenient for you.