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SWIM WITH DOLPHINS IN HAWAII

WELCOME TO DOLPHIN QUEST HAWAII ON HAWAII'S BIG ISLAND AT THE HILTON WAIKOLOA VILLAGE

Dolphin Quest Hawaii opened in 1988 and was the first of its kind to provide a natural sandy beached tidal lagoon filled with filtered sea water for our resident bottlenose dolphins. Dolphin Quest Hawaii is known for its educational programs, support of scientific studies, and hands-on conservation advocacy. These important community endeavors are supported through the participation of guests in our purposeful dolphin interactive experiences in a safe and comfortable environment for all.

BOOK A DOLPHIN ENCOUNTER AT DOLPHIN QUEST ON THE BIG ISLAND OF HAWAII

Dolphin Quest Hawaii provides a variety of dolphin encounters which allow guests the opportunity to meet, touch, and play with dolphins in a safe and comfortable environment for both guests and dolphins.  Our tidal, natural ocean lagoon setting enables diverse interactive experiences with dolphins from the sandy shallows to the deeper water swimming areas.  Each encounter is unique based upon the guests, marine mammal specialists, and dolphins, with a variety of opportunities to select from based upon age, dolphin time, and whether you prefer to join a small, shared group, or book an exclusive experience.

Dolphin Quest Hawaii looks forward to welcoming you or your guests on a future visit. In the meantime, please consider a Dolphin Quest Gift Card to use towards any experience.

FOR LARGE GROUPS AND SPECIAL EVENTS, PLEASE CONTACT US DIRECTLY AT [email protected].

BOOK A COMMUNITY PROGRAM AT DOLPHIN QUEST ON HAWAII’S BIG ISLAND

Dolphin Quest’s commitment to supporting and educating the local community on Hawaii’s Big Island is crucial in fostering awareness about marine conservation and preserving the island’s ecosystem. By engaging and educating locals, Dolphin Quest contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, empowering the community to actively participate in preserving the ocean’s biodiversity.

BOOK A ROOM AT THE HILTON WAIKOLOA VILLAGE

We highly recommend staying at the Hilton Waikoloa Village where Dolphin Quest Hawaii is located so you can enjoy viewing the dolphins at any time.

The Hilton Waikoloa Village is 62 acres of Hawaiian paradise located on the sunny, scenic Kohala Coast. This oceanfront resort includes multiple restaurants, pools and waterslides, canal boats and trams to escort you through the property, Legends of Hawaii luau, world-class Kohala Spa, and beautiful unobstructed views of the ocean and sunsets.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

THE HILTON WAIKOLOA VILLAGE MAP

VIDEO DIRECTIONS TO DOLPHIN QUEST HAWAII AT HILTON WAIKOLOA VILLAGE

These videos will show you how to get to Dolphin Quest Hawaii once you arrive in the lobby of the Hilton Waikoloa Village.

WALKING DIRECTIONS

WHEELCHAIR AND STROLLER ACCESS PATHWAY