{"id":905,"date":"2023-04-06T11:46:57","date_gmt":"2023-04-06T11:46:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aqualife-3palabrua.nl\/te-doen\/zwemmen-met-dolfijnen\/"},"modified":"2026-05-29T15:06:40","modified_gmt":"2026-05-29T15:06:40","slug":"swim-with-dolphins","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/aqualife-3palabrua.nl\/en\/things-to-do\/swim-with-dolphins\/","title":{"rendered":"Zwemmen met Dolfijnen"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"905\" class=\"elementor elementor-905 elementor-287\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-1d9879c elementor-section-stretched elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"1d9879c\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;stretch_section&quot;:&quot;section-stretched&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div 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Five different programs from gentle encounter to open water dive, suitable for all ages.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"aq-hero-cta\">\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/aqualife-3palabrua.nl\/en\/booking-page\/\" class=\"aq-btn aq-btn-primary\">Book your stay <svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" d=\"M17 8l4 4m0 0l-4 4m4-4H3\"\/><\/svg><\/a>\n      <a href=\"#aq-prices\" class=\"aq-btn aq-btn-ghost\">View prices<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"aq-hero-meta\">\n      <span><svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" d=\"M12 8v4l3 3m6-3a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\"\/><\/svg> 30 min with dolphins<\/span>\n      <span><svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" d=\"M17.657 16.657L13.414 20.9a2 2 0 01-2.828 0l-4.244-4.243a8 8 0 1111.314 0z\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"11\" r=\"3\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg> Sea Aquarium, Willemstad<\/span>\n      <span><svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" d=\"M3 8l9-5 9 5-9 5-9-5zm0 8l9 5 9-5\"\/><\/svg> Daily 08:30, 11:00, 14:00<\/span>\n      <span><svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" d=\"M5 13l4 4L19 7\"\/><\/svg> From age 8 (Encounter from any age)<\/span>\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7572b0b6 elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-stretched elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"7572b0b6\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;stretch_section&quot;:&quot;section-stretched&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-5b5ecf1e\" data-id=\"5b5ecf1e\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1bb9d72c elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"1bb9d72c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n.aq-intro{padding:90px 0;background:#fff}\n.aq-intro h2{font-size:clamp(28px,3.5vw,42px);margin:0 0 26px;max-width:780px}\n.aq-intro-lead p{font-size:17px;line-height:1.75;color:var(--text);max-width:820px}\n.aq-intro-lead p strong{color:var(--ink)}\n.aq-intro-cards{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(3,1fr);gap:22px;margin-top:52px}\n.aq-card{background:var(--bg-soft);border-radius:14px;padding:30px 28px;border:1px solid var(--line);transition:all .2s}\n.aq-card:hover{transform:translateY(-3px);box-shadow:0 12px 28px rgba(10,37,64,.07);border-color:#d1dde9}\n.aq-card-ico{font-size:32px;margin-bottom:14px;line-height:1}\n.aq-card h3{font-size:19px;margin:0 0 10px;color:var(--ink)}\n.aq-card p{font-size:15px;color:var(--muted);margin:0;line-height:1.6}\n@media(max-width:860px){\n  .aq-intro{padding:70px 0}\n  .aq-intro-cards{grid-template-columns:1fr;gap:16px;margin-top:36px}\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"aq-page aq-intro\">\n  <div class=\"aq-wrap\">\n    <h2>In the natural lagoons of the Sea Aquarium<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"aq-intro-lead\">\n      <p>At <strong>Dolphin Academy Cura\u00e7ao<\/strong> you can swim, snorkel or dive with trained dolphins. The dolphins live in natural seawater lagoons next to the Cura\u00e7ao Sea Aquarium, directly connected to the Caribbean Sea. Ocean water flows freely through their habitat, giving the dolphins more space and a more natural environment than a traditional dolphinarium.<\/p>\n      <p>There are five programs, from a short encounter for young children to a complete open water dive. Every experience lasts about 1.5 hours total, including around 30 minutes actually with the dolphins. Dolphin Academy is a <strong>10 minute drive from our villa<\/strong> at the Spanish Water.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"aq-intro-cards\"><div class=\"aq-card\"><div class=\"aq-card-ico\">\ud83c\udf0a<\/div><h3>Natural seawater lagoons<\/h3><p>Not a small pool, but large open lagoons connected to the Caribbean Sea.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"aq-card\"><div class=\"aq-card-ico\">\ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83d\udc67<\/div><h3>For all ages<\/h3><p>Dolphin Encounter is suitable from any age, other programs from age 8.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"aq-card\"><div class=\"aq-card-ico\">\ud83d\udc2c<\/div><h3>Personal and intimate<\/h3><p>Small groups ensure everyone gets time with the dolphins.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-5b57e691 elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-stretched elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"5b57e691\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;stretch_section&quot;:&quot;section-stretched&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-2dda731f\" data-id=\"2dda731f\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1ea98313 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"1ea98313\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n.aq-prices{padding:90px 0;background:var(--bg-soft)}\n.aq-prices-head{margin-bottom:46px;max-width:820px}\n.aq-prices h2{font-size:clamp(28px,3.5vw,40px);margin:0 0 14px}\n.aq-prices-sub{font-size:16px;color:var(--muted);line-height:1.7}\n.aq-prices-grid{display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:18px}\n.aq-program{\n  background:#fff;border-radius:14px;border:1px solid var(--line);\n  padding:28px 32px;position:relative;\n  display:grid;grid-template-columns:1.6fr 1fr;gap:32px;\n  transition:all .2s;\n}\n.aq-program.featured{\n  border-color:var(--brand);\n  box-shadow:0 8px 28px rgba(0,198,225,.1);\n}\n.aq-program-content{}\n.aq-program-badge{\n  display:inline-block;\n  font-size:11px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:1.2px;text-transform:uppercase;\n  padding:4px 11px;border-radius:20px;\n  background:var(--bg-soft);color:var(--muted);\n  margin-bottom:12px;\n}\n.aq-program.featured .aq-program-badge{\n  background:var(--brand);color:var(--ink);\n}\n.aq-program h3{font-size:22px;color:var(--ink);margin:0 0 10px}\n.aq-program-desc{font-size:15px;color:var(--text);margin:0;line-height:1.65}\n.aq-program-meta{\n  border-left:1px solid var(--line);\n  padding-left:32px;\n  display:flex;flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;gap:14px;\n}\n.aq-program-meta-row{\n  display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:baseline;gap:14px;\n}\n.aq-program-meta-label{\n  font-size:12.5px;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:.8px;text-transform:uppercase;\n  color:var(--muted);\n}\n.aq-program-meta-value{\n  font-size:15px;font-weight:600;color:var(--ink);text-align:right;\n}\n.aq-program-meta-row.price .aq-program-meta-value{\n  font-size:22px;font-weight:700;color:var(--cta);font-family:'Playfair Display',serif;\n}\n.aq-program.featured .aq-program-meta-row.price .aq-program-meta-value{\n  color:var(--brand-dark);\n}\n.aq-prices-note{\n  margin-top:28px;padding:18px 24px;\n  background:#fff8ed;border-left:4px solid var(--warn);border-radius:8px;\n  font-size:15px;color:#5a3a00;line-height:1.65;\n}\n.aq-prices-note strong{color:var(--warn)}\n@media(max-width:760px){\n  .aq-prices{padding:70px 0}\n  .aq-program{grid-template-columns:1fr;gap:20px;padding:24px}\n  .aq-program-meta{border-left:none;border-top:1px solid var(--line);padding-left:0;padding-top:18px}\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"aq-page aq-prices\" id=\"aq-prices\">\n  <div class=\"aq-wrap\">\n    <div class=\"aq-prices-head\">\n      <h2>Prices and programs at Dolphin Academy<\/h2>\n      <p class=\"aq-prices-sub\">Five different experiences, each with its own price and duration. The prices below are indicative. For current rates and bookings, check the official Dolphin Academy site or a provider like curacaoactivities.com.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"aq-prices-grid\">\n<div class=\"aq-program\">\n  <div class=\"aq-program-content\">\n    <div class=\"aq-program-badge\">Any age<\/div>\n    <h3>Dolphin Encounter<\/h3>\n    <p class=\"aq-program-desc\">From a platform in shallow water you meet a dolphin. Touch, learn and ask everything. No swimming required, ideal for young children and grandparents.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"aq-program-meta\">\n    <div class=\"aq-program-meta-row price\">\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-label\">Price<\/div>\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-value\">\u00b1 USD 99<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"aq-program-meta-row\">\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-label\">Duration<\/div>\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-value\">~1 hour<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"aq-program-meta-row\">\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-label\">Age<\/div>\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-value\">No minimum age<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"aq-program featured\">\n  <div class=\"aq-program-content\">\n    <div class=\"aq-program-badge\">Most popular<\/div>\n    <h3>Dolphin Swim<\/h3>\n    <p class=\"aq-program-desc\">Swim alongside the dolphins in their natural lagoon. Learn how to influence dolphin behaviour using hand signals and enjoy personal interaction in deeper water.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"aq-program-meta\">\n    <div class=\"aq-program-meta-row price\">\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-label\">Price<\/div>\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-value\">\u00b1 USD 189<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"aq-program-meta-row\">\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-label\">Duration<\/div>\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-value\">~1.5 hours<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"aq-program-meta-row\">\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-label\">Age<\/div>\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-value\">From age 8, min 1.30 m<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"aq-program\">\n  <div class=\"aq-program-content\">\n    <div class=\"aq-program-badge\">For snorkelers<\/div>\n    <h3>Dolphin Snorkel<\/h3>\n    <p class=\"aq-program-desc\">Snorkel with mask and fins among the dolphins in their natural lagoon. A bit more active than Dolphin Swim, with more underwater moments.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"aq-program-meta\">\n    <div class=\"aq-program-meta-row price\">\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-label\">Price<\/div>\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-value\">\u00b1 USD 169<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"aq-program-meta-row\">\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-label\">Duration<\/div>\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-value\">~1.5 hours<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"aq-program-meta-row\">\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-label\">Age<\/div>\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-value\">From age 8<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"aq-program\">\n  <div class=\"aq-program-content\">\n    <div class=\"aq-program-badge\">No dive certificate needed<\/div>\n    <h3>Dolphin Dive<\/h3>\n    <p class=\"aq-program-desc\">Dive with scuba gear to the bottom of the lagoon. No certification required, you receive a short briefing beforehand. Meet and study dolphins at depth.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"aq-program-meta\">\n    <div class=\"aq-program-meta-row price\">\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-label\">Price<\/div>\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-value\">\u00b1 USD 249<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"aq-program-meta-row\">\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-label\">Duration<\/div>\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-value\">~2 hours<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"aq-program-meta-row\">\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-label\">Age<\/div>\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-value\">From age 10<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"aq-program\">\n  <div class=\"aq-program-content\">\n    <div class=\"aq-program-badge\">For certified divers<\/div>\n    <h3>Open Water Dolphin Dive<\/h3>\n    <p class=\"aq-program-desc\">For PADI certified divers. Dive in open sea along the coral reef and share time with dolphins on the bottom. One of the rarest experiences in the world.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"aq-program-meta\">\n    <div class=\"aq-program-meta-row price\">\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-label\">Price<\/div>\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-value\">\u00b1 USD 299<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"aq-program-meta-row\">\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-label\">Duration<\/div>\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-value\">~3 hours<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"aq-program-meta-row\">\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-label\">Age<\/div>\n      <div class=\"aq-program-meta-value\">PADI Open Water or higher<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <div class=\"aq-prices-note\"><strong>Good to know:<\/strong> every program includes free entry to the Cura\u00e7ao Sea Aquarium. Photos and videos are taken during your session by the photoshop team, and are available for separate purchase (not included in the price). Personal cameras and phones are not allowed in the water.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-5d5bd31b elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-stretched elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"5d5bd31b\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;stretch_section&quot;:&quot;section-stretched&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-6c3518cf\" data-id=\"6c3518cf\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-597fea77 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"597fea77\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n.aq-practical{padding:90px 0;background:#fff}\n.aq-practical h2{font-size:clamp(28px,3.5vw,40px);margin:0 0 14px}\n.aq-practical-sub{font-size:16px;color:var(--muted);max-width:720px;margin:0 0 40px}\n.aq-info-table{background:var(--bg-soft);border-radius:16px;border:1px solid var(--line);overflow:hidden}\n.aq-info-row{display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1.4fr 1.6fr;padding:20px 28px;border-bottom:1px solid var(--line);align-items:start}\n.aq-info-row:last-child{border-bottom:none}\n.aq-info-row:hover{background:#eef5fa}\n.aq-info-label{font-weight:600;color:var(--ink);font-size:15px}\n.aq-info-value{font-size:15.5px;color:var(--text);font-weight:500}\n.aq-info-extra{font-size:14px;color:var(--muted)}\n.aq-info-note{margin-top:24px;padding:18px 24px;background:#fff8ed;border-left:4px solid var(--warn);border-radius:8px;font-size:15px;color:#5a3a00}\n.aq-info-note strong{color:var(--warn)}\n@media(max-width:720px){\n  .aq-practical{padding:70px 0}\n  .aq-info-row{grid-template-columns:1fr;gap:6px;padding:18px 22px}\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"aq-page aq-practical\">\n  <div class=\"aq-wrap\">\n    <h2>Dolphin Academy practical info<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"aq-practical-sub\">Useful things to know before booking a program.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"aq-info-table\"><div class=\"aq-info-row\"><div class=\"aq-info-label\">\ud83d\udccd Location<\/div><div class=\"aq-info-value\">Cura\u00e7ao Sea Aquarium, Bapor Kibra<\/div><div class=\"aq-info-extra\">Next to Mambo Beach, 10 min from the Spanish Water<\/div><\/div><div class=\"aq-info-row\"><div class=\"aq-info-label\">\ud83d\udd50 Times<\/div><div class=\"aq-info-value\">Daily at 08:30, 11:00 and 14:00<\/div><div class=\"aq-info-extra\">Arrive 30 min before your program<\/div><\/div><div class=\"aq-info-row\"><div class=\"aq-info-label\">\u23f1\ufe0f Total duration<\/div><div class=\"aq-info-value\">1.5 to 3 hours (depends on program)<\/div><div class=\"aq-info-extra\">Includes briefing, changing and interaction<\/div><\/div><div class=\"aq-info-row\"><div class=\"aq-info-label\">\ud83d\udc2c Time with dolphins<\/div><div class=\"aq-info-value\">About 30 minutes<\/div><div class=\"aq-info-extra\">The rest is briefing, prep and time after<\/div><\/div><div class=\"aq-info-row\"><div class=\"aq-info-label\">\ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f Included<\/div><div class=\"aq-info-value\">Sea Aquarium entry during your visit<\/div><div class=\"aq-info-extra\">Family or friends outside the program pay Aquarium ticket<\/div><\/div><div class=\"aq-info-row\"><div class=\"aq-info-label\">\ud83d\udcf7 Photos and video<\/div><div class=\"aq-info-value\">Taken by in-house photoshop team<\/div><div class=\"aq-info-extra\">Available for separate purchase, no personal cameras in water<\/div><\/div><div class=\"aq-info-row\"><div class=\"aq-info-label\">\ud83e\udd93 Fins<\/div><div class=\"aq-info-value\">Provided by Dolphin Academy<\/div><div class=\"aq-info-extra\">Mandatory for swim and snorkel programs<\/div><\/div><div class=\"aq-info-row\"><div class=\"aq-info-label\">\ud83d\udeab Not for<\/div><div class=\"aq-info-value\">Pregnant women<\/div><div class=\"aq-info-extra\">Some medical conditions, ask in advance if unsure<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n    <div class=\"aq-info-note\"><strong>Important:<\/strong> reserve at least a few days in advance, especially in high season (December to April). Programs fill up quickly then.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-be18068 elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-stretched elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"be18068\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;stretch_section&quot;:&quot;section-stretched&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1d920791\" data-id=\"1d920791\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-15010b71 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"15010b71\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n.aq-steps{padding:90px 0;background:var(--bg-soft)}\n.aq-steps-head{text-align:center;margin-bottom:48px}\n.aq-steps h2{font-size:clamp(28px,3.5vw,40px);margin:0 0 12px}\n.aq-steps-sub{font-size:17px;color:var(--muted);max-width:600px;margin:0 auto}\n.aq-steps-grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(4,1fr);gap:22px}\n.aq-step{background:#fff;border-radius:14px;padding:32px 26px;border:1px solid var(--line);position:relative}\n.aq-step-num{\n  position:absolute;top:-18px;left:26px;\n  width:42px;height:42px;border-radius:50%;\n  background:var(--brand);color:var(--ink);\n  display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;\n  font-weight:700;font-size:17px;font-family:'Inter',sans-serif;\n  box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,198,225,.4);\n}\n.aq-step h3{font-size:18px;margin:14px 0 10px;color:var(--ink)}\n.aq-step p{font-size:14.5px;color:var(--muted);margin:0;line-height:1.6}\n@media(max-width:980px){.aq-steps-grid{grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr)}}\n@media(max-width:520px){\n  .aq-steps{padding:70px 0}\n  .aq-steps-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr;gap:28px}\n}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"aq-page aq-steps\">\n  <div class=\"aq-wrap\">\n    <div class=\"aq-steps-head\">\n      <h2>How a Dolphin Swim works<\/h2>\n      <p class=\"aq-steps-sub\">From arrival to the final photo, the most popular program step by step.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"aq-steps-grid\"><div class=\"aq-step\"><div class=\"aq-step-num\">1<\/div><h3>Arrival and check-in<\/h3><p>Arrive 30 minutes before your booked time. You receive a wristband, a locker and are guided to the changing room.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"aq-step\"><div class=\"aq-step-num\">2<\/div><h3>Briefing and meet<\/h3><p>A trainer explains how to interact with dolphins, which signals you can give and what the rules are. You meet your group, usually 4 to 8 people.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"aq-step\"><div class=\"aq-step-num\">3<\/div><h3>30 minutes in the lagoon<\/h3><p>In the water you get personal interaction with the dolphins. Touch, dance, jump, hug and swim together. The trainer stays with the group the entire time.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"aq-step\"><div class=\"aq-step-num\">4<\/div><h3>Photos and Sea Aquarium<\/h3><p>After the program you can view photos (and optionally buy them) and then visit the Cura\u00e7ao Sea Aquarium for free. 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Dolphin Academy is one of the closest activities, just a <strong>10 minute drive away<\/strong>. Combine a morning program with lunch at Mambo Beach and an afternoon by the pool at the villa.<\/p>\n      <div class=\"aq-villa-cta\">\n        <a href=\"\/en\/the-villa\/\" class=\"aq-btn aq-btn-ghost\">See the villa<\/a>\n        <a href=\"\/en\/booking-page\/\" class=\"aq-btn aq-btn-primary\">Book direct <svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" d=\"M17 8l4 4m0 0l-4 4m4-4H3\"\/><\/svg><\/a>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"aq-villa-ratings\"><span><strong>\u2605 9.5<\/strong>Booking<\/span><span><strong>\u2605 4.9<\/strong>Google<\/span><span><strong>\u2605 9.2<\/strong>Micazu<\/span><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-274b6513 elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-stretched elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"274b6513\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;stretch_section&quot;:&quot;section-stretched&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-21845e24\" data-id=\"21845e24\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cff2c1e elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"cff2c1e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n.aq-faq{padding:90px 0;background:var(--bg-soft)}\n.aq-faq-head{text-align:center;margin-bottom:44px}\n.aq-faq h2{font-size:clamp(28px,3.5vw,40px);margin:0 0 12px}\n.aq-faq-sub{font-size:16px;color:var(--muted);max-width:560px;margin:0 auto}\n.aq-faq-list{max-width:820px;margin:0 auto;display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:12px}\n.aq-faq-item{background:#fff;border-radius:12px;border:1px solid var(--line);overflow:hidden;transition:border-color .15s}\n.aq-faq-item[open]{border-color:var(--brand)}\n.aq-faq-item summary{\n  list-style:none;cursor:pointer;padding:20px 28px;\n  font-family:'Inter',sans-serif;font-weight:600;font-size:16.5px;color:var(--ink);\n  display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:space-between;gap:18px;\n}\n.aq-faq-item summary::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}\n.aq-faq-item summary::after{\n  content:'';width:14px;height:14px;flex-shrink:0;\n  background:url(\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg' viewBox='0 0 24 24' fill='none' stroke='%232668a5' stroke-width='2.5' stroke-linecap='round' stroke-linejoin='round'%3E%3Cpolyline points='6 9 12 15 18 9'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\") center\/contain no-repeat;\n  transition:transform .2s;\n}\n.aq-faq-item[open] summary::after{transform:rotate(180deg)}\n.aq-faq-item summary:hover{color:var(--cta)}\n.aq-faq-item .ans{padding:0 28px 22px;font-size:15.5px;color:var(--text);line-height:1.7}\n.aq-faq-item .ans a{text-decoration:underline}\n@media(max-width:600px){\n  .aq-faq{padding:70px 0}\n  .aq-faq-item summary{padding:18px 22px;font-size:15.5px}\n  .aq-faq-item .ans{padding:0 22px 20px;font-size:15px}\n}\n<\/style>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How much does swimming with dolphins on Cura\u00e7ao cost?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The price depends on the program. A Dolphin Encounter (from a platform) starts around USD 99, the popular Dolphin Swim is about USD 189, and the Open Water Dolphin Dive for certified divers is around USD 299. Every program includes free Sea Aquarium entry. Prices are indicative, check the Dolphin Academy site for current rates.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Where do you swim with the dolphins?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"At Dolphin Academy Cura\u00e7ao, located on the grounds of the Cura\u00e7ao Sea Aquarium in Willemstad. The dolphins live in natural seawater lagoons directly connected to the Caribbean Sea, not in an enclosed pool.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is the minimum age for children?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"For Dolphin Encounter (from a platform in shallow water) there is no minimum age. For Dolphin Swim and Snorkel the minimum is age 8 and 1.30 m (4 ft) tall. 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Parking is available at the Sea Aquarium lot.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Who cannot participate?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Pregnant women cannot join the swim programs. For medical conditions like heart issues, respiratory problems or recent injuries, ask Dolphin Academy or your doctor in advance. The Dolphin Encounter is suitable for most people regardless.\"}}]}<\/script>\n<section class=\"aq-page aq-faq\">\n  <div class=\"aq-wrap-narrow\">\n    <div class=\"aq-faq-head\">\n      <h2>Frequently asked questions about swimming with dolphins<\/h2>\n      <p class=\"aq-faq-sub\">The most common questions about Dolphin Academy Cura\u00e7ao.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"aq-faq-list\"><details class=\"aq-faq-item\"><summary>How much does swimming with dolphins on Cura\u00e7ao cost?<\/summary><div class=\"ans\">The price depends on the program. A Dolphin Encounter (from a platform) starts around USD 99, the popular Dolphin Swim is about USD 189, and the Open Water Dolphin Dive for certified divers is around USD 299. Every program includes free Sea Aquarium entry. Prices are indicative, check the Dolphin Academy site for current rates.<\/div><\/details><details class=\"aq-faq-item\"><summary>Where do you swim with the dolphins?<\/summary><div class=\"ans\">At Dolphin Academy Cura\u00e7ao, located on the grounds of the Cura\u00e7ao Sea Aquarium in Willemstad. The dolphins live in natural seawater lagoons directly connected to the Caribbean Sea, not in an enclosed pool.<\/div><\/details><details class=\"aq-faq-item\"><summary>What is the minimum age for children?<\/summary><div class=\"ans\">For Dolphin Encounter (from a platform in shallow water) there is no minimum age. For Dolphin Swim and Snorkel the minimum is age 8 and 1.30 m (4 ft) tall. For Dolphin Dive the minimum age is 10.<\/div><\/details><details class=\"aq-faq-item\"><summary>How long does a program take?<\/summary><div class=\"ans\">The total program lasts 1.5 to 3 hours depending on what you book. Actual time with the dolphins is about 30 minutes. The rest is briefing, preparation, changing and viewing photos afterwards.<\/div><\/details><details class=\"aq-faq-item\"><summary>What is included in the price?<\/summary><div class=\"ans\">Every program includes: interaction with the dolphins, professional guidance from a trainer, use of a locker and fins where needed, and free Sea Aquarium entry during your visit. Photos and video are not included, those are available for separate purchase.<\/div><\/details><details class=\"aq-faq-item\"><summary>Do I need to know how to swim?<\/summary><div class=\"ans\">For Dolphin Swim, Snorkel and Dive, yes, you need to be able to swim well with fins. For Dolphin Encounter (from a platform in shallow water) swimming is not required. If you are unsure about your swimming, Encounter is a safe choice.<\/div><\/details><details class=\"aq-faq-item\"><summary>Can I take my own photos?<\/summary><div class=\"ans\">No, personal cameras, phones or GoPros are not allowed in the water. The Dolphin Academy photoshop team takes professional photos and video during your program, which you can purchase separately. Family and friends are welcome to take photos from the spectator areas.<\/div><\/details><details class=\"aq-faq-item\"><summary>How far is Dolphin Academy from the villa?<\/summary><div class=\"ans\">From our villa at the Spanish Water it is about a 10 minute drive to Dolphin Academy. It is next to the Cura\u00e7ao Sea Aquarium, in the same area as Mambo Beach. Parking is available at the Sea Aquarium lot.<\/div><\/details><details class=\"aq-faq-item\"><summary>Who cannot participate?<\/summary><div class=\"ans\">Pregnant women cannot join the swim programs. For medical conditions like heart issues, respiratory problems or recent injuries, ask Dolphin Academy or your doctor in advance. 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