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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.

REVIEWS FROM PAST GUESTS

“We had an amazing experience at Dolphin Quest! The kids absolutely loved getting to hug the dolphins, it was such a magical and memorable moment for them. We also appreciated the small group size, which made the experience feel personalized and intimate.”

“YES!!! Do this…transformative experience, hands-on science, incredibly knowledgeable trainers and staff, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR ALL AGES! WOW…photo package also well worth it, the photographer was top-notch, can’t get those shots any other way. Do this!”

“From start to finish we LOVED this experience. The money we spent to have this adventure goes to help this entity protect our wildlife and continue invaluable research. We highly recommend Dolphin Quest!!!”

“This was a spontaneous booking after we discovered this at our hotel. We were unsure about spending the money on top of the other excursions we paid for, but we were so glad that we did it!! It was AMAZING being so up close and personal with the dolphins and it made it nearly impossible to not fall in love with them. The best part, as a fellow animal lover and advocate, was seeing how happy the dolphins were and how much the staff cares for them. It was an absolute joy, and we will definitely do it again!”

“This was a very magical experience for my girls. Dolphin Quest is very inclusive and made arrangements for my special needs daughter. They went above and beyond to accommodate her needs. They genuinely cared about her comfort, sensory issues, and specific needs at every step. If you have a special needs child, call and explain your situation to see how they can accommodate your specific needs. The inclusivity was heartwarming.”

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

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