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Experience petting cute dolphins!
A hands-on facility where you can play with dolphins, located about 5 minutes by car from the Remote Island terminal and about 30 minutes by car from Ishigaki Airport. You can feel like a trainer and interact with dolphins by feeding them directly, and giving them cues for shaking hands or jumping. You can catch a glimpse of the dolphins' expressions, which are completely different from those seen on TV or in aquariums, and a perfect way of creating memories.
The standard "Dolphin Swim" course takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes, including meeting time. After listening to a preliminary briefing, we will move to the holding tanks where the dolphins are kept. The trainer will introduce the names of the dolphins and give you a lecture on how to play with them. There is also time for a commemorative photo, which you can take with your own camera. The fee is the same for both adults and children. Children younger than 6 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, but children 4 years old and up are welcome to participate.
If you want to take pictures from a close distance of your family members participating in the festival, or if you are worried about having your children participate alone, there is a course that allows you to come down in the holding tank and observe standing right next to the participants, so please feel relaxed.
Reception desk marked by dolphin illustration
Get an introduction to dolphin names and a lecture from the staff on things to follow when playing with the dolphins!
You can catch a glimpse of dolphins that are different from those you see on TV or in aquariums.
Equipment needed for activities is rented free of charge.
Wetsuits, fins, masks, and life jackets are available in various sizes
Cute dolphins will soothe you.
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have foreign language support? (If it is available, what language is available?)
Not available (You are allowed to come accompanied by an interpreter.)
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Is it possible to re-enter the premises?
Re-entry is not allowed.
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Is free WiFi available in the facility?
Wi-Fi is available at the reception facility only.
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Are coin lockers available?
Not available. (We request that you carry and manage your own items.)
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Is there a place to change?
Changing rooms and hot showers are available.
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Is there a transportation service?
Not available.
Some reviews are AI-translated.
I can't believe there's a place on Ishigaki Island where you can get up close with dolphins! Plus, you can enjoy all kinds of water activities here. I really love the ocean in this area—it's amazing and super beautiful! 😍
