Whenever you visit Resorts World Sentosa Singapore, don't miss the enchanting experience with dolphins on the island. You'll surely be captivated by the intelligent and adorable dolphins, along with the friendly, approachable, and highly professional trainers.
Don't forget to experience the thrill at Dolphin Island, Resorts World Sentosa Singapore
Insights into Dolphin Island
Dolphin Island at Resorts World Sentosa Singapore is home to over 20 Indian Ocean dolphins residing in 11 interconnected large pools. Since its opening in 2013, thousands of visitors have had the opportunity to discover the lives of these creatures in the most extraordinary ways. Dolphin Island also serves as a conservation and research hub for the development of dolphins.
The dolphins here are nourished with a nutritious diet, featuring high-quality food imported from Canada, Iceland, and the United States. Each day, the dolphins can consume over 160kg of food, including herring, squid, and various other fish species.
Working at Dolphin Island involves a professional team of over 35 experts from more than 10 different countries, with extensive experience in training marine mammals. They provide top-notch care services for the dolphins, ensuring their health and development in the optimal environment.
With world-class facilities, including a laboratory, Dolphin Island has been recognized by AZA (Association of Zoos & Aquariums), EAAM (European Association for Aquatic Mammals), WAZA (World Association of Zoos and Aquariums).
Must-Try Experiences at Dolphin Island
When you visit Dolphin Island, you'll be asked to stow away items that could scratch the soft and delicate skin of the friendly dolphins. Everyone participating will have close interaction programs with dolphins, such as immersing themselves in the water to touch the dolphins, hearing trainers share knowledge about dolphins, playing with dolphins individually, or inviting family and friends to interact with the dolphins…
Your first close encounter with these friendly dolphins will undoubtedly be an unforgettable memory at Resorts World Sentosa Singapore.
– Dolphin Discovery Program: 90 minutes (30 minutes underwater)
This is an interactive program suitable for anyone aged 4 and above, even those who can't swim. After some instructions, dolphin trainers will guide guests to personally interact with these dolphins for 30 minutes. You'll be amazed at the friendliness of the dolphins here. You'll also learn incredible facts about dolphins, making the usually dry knowledge engaging and interesting in a way you could never learn in a classroom. The program is conducted in small groups, and children under 1.1m must be accompanied by an adult.
– Dolphin Encounter Program: 15 minutes
This program allows you to interact with dolphins without getting into the water. You can engage with these intelligent creatures from platform edges, and trainers will provide additional information about dolphins. The program is suitable for everyone, including children under 4 years old.
– Dolphin Adventure Program: 90 minutes (30 minutes underwater)
For those who love adventurous and action-packed experiences, this program is perfect. You'll have the chance to interact with dolphins in deeper waters. Participants will get up close with dolphins and even experience dolphins pushing them through the water. The program runs twice a day, conducted in small groups, suitable for those who can swim and are over 1.15m tall.
– Dolphin Observer Program
This exclusive program is tailored for families and friends. Visitors will interact with dolphins without much water contact. Additionally, you'll gain insights into the Indian Ocean dolphins with the trainers.
– Dolphin VIP Program
This program will be customized to the specific needs of visitors, ensuring private and intimate experiences in the VIP pool. You can choose to interact individually or with your family and friends to engage with dolphins in a separate encounter session.
By Tiểu Duy (Photo: Resorts World Sentosa Singapore, Mytour)
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Reference: Mytour Travel Guide
MytourSeptember 16, 2016