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Dubai Dolphinarium

P.O.Box 232292, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
+971 (4) 336-9773
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As featured in Dubai for young kids
Ranked #38 of 156 attractions in Dubai
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: 2-3 hours
Traveller Description: Dubai Dolphinarium has 5 bottlenose dolphins performing the show. The cost for the Dolphin & Seal show is Dhs 120/- for an adult (VIP seat) &... more »
Useful Information: Activities for young children, Activities for older children
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zurich, switzerland
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

i was very disapointed of the visit at the Dubai dolphinarium. it is easy to get there, though. the dolphinarium is in a very old building, the entry was around 25-30$. we took the v.i.p. seats to have a better view, they were comfortable. the Show was very bad and boring. there better Shows in europe and in the states!... More

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India
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

I visited the dolphin show with family and children. It is wonderful show put up by the Dolphins. We are surprise to see the skills of the Dolphins, their understanding and rapport with human beings Though children and elders are visiting the show but it the show of children they enjoy very much. Inside the dolphinarium balls are for sale... More

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Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

The Dolphinarium is situated in one of Dubai's great creekside parks. Its a good place to go with the children. There has been some controversy regarding keeping dolphins in captivity and in such indoor facilities. The show is managed by a group of what appear to be experienced East European handlers and trainers. The show is exciting for children and... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

My family (kids aged 7 and 9) was pleasantly surprised by the dolphin show. We went with somewhat low expectations, and they were exceeded. The dolphins were quite entertaining, and the trainers appeared to really care for the animals. The seal show was a little less exciting (ok, kind of boring), but it was brief, and then the dolphins came... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

The Dubai Dolpinarium is located in the creek park. You pay 5 Dhr per Person to enter the park and the Dolphinarium is on the right side. VIP-Ticket is 140Dhr per adult, kids till 2 years are free ( if they look small they even get through for free if they are 3 :-). Show is nice, with also little... More

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

This one is good, but not that amazing like one in Singapore. We got a complimentary magic show too. That was nice.

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See 4 more reviews by VinodMenon for Dubai
Doha, Qatar
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

Dolphinarium is located in the Creek park near Dubai healthcare city. The show's highlight are the dolphins and the seals. It started at 11 am and went on for good 45 mts. Even our 1 yr old son was so excited when he saw the dolphins. Entry fee to the park is AED5 pp and AED 100pp for the dolphin... More

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See 5 more reviews by meerakumaran for Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

Great show to take the whole family to. The Dolphins are just amazing and the seals are quite fun too. My daughter always enjoys seeing the live animals and the things they can do!!

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See 17 more reviews by sdemiere for Dubai
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

We booked the 11am show with VIP seats. The show lasted around 45 minutes and was good fun for the little ones. The adults enjoyed it too but it seemed that the staff looked a little bored/worn out as there was little passion - it seemed like they were going through the motions. However, there was an auction of a... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

I was lucky enough to win 2x 'VIP' tickets for the dolphinarium show. Had no idea what to expect and went with a friend of mine. The show itself was pretty good, and the three dolphins on display were incredibly well trained. They also whipped out a couple of seals halfway through to do some hoop twirling and barking. Most... More

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