Dolphin World Blog

Hi All,

We wrote this informative article about Cruise Ship Shore excursions. Many of you want to swim with the dolphins on your shore excursion, which is possible in many locations. We sell the dolphin shore excursion from Cozumel, Nassau, Puerto Vallarta, Oahu, Tortola-BVI, and Grand Caymen. Also, we offer a pre and post cruise excursion from Fort Lauderdale / Port Everglades and Port of Miami.

There are many shore excursions to choose from and some are easy to purchase on the ship but when it comes to the dolphin swim it is a different story. This program you need to purchase with the cruise ship very early via their website or with Dolphin World website before you start your cruise.

This story starts with….

Within the realm of Florida lie many different exotic and unique cruise lines each demonstrating their capacity to entertain and to transport their passengers in the very best style. Some of the most well known cruise lines are the Carnival, Celebrity Cruise lines, the Cunard, The Disney Cruise line, Holland America, Norwegian Cruise lines, Oceania Cruises, Princess, and of course the Royal Caribbean. Each cruise ship has a certain course and heading that takes it through different domains at differing intervals. < Read More >

You many want to read this story before you take your cruise through the Caribbean, Hawaii or Mexico.

If you have taken a cruise, what has been your favorite shore excursion and why?
God Bless,
John

Hi All,

I’m glad to tell you that all the Dolphin programs at Grand Cayman includes entrance to the Boatswain’s Turtle Farm.

Free Turtle Farm admission for all swim with the dolphin in Grand Cayman programs’ participants

The entrance for the Turtle Farm is totally free for dolphin program participants, and if you want to enjoy the rest of Boatswain’s park you will just need to pay a $20 upgrade.  Seize your day at one of the Caribbean must-see places, it is worth it!

Boatswain’s Beach Adventure Park hosts the famous Turtle Farm, one of Grand Cayman’s greatest tourist attractions known around the world for its conservation programs, public awareness and entertainment. The Park also offers other incredible adventures like snorkeling to discover a fascinating and colorful marine life, an impressive predator tank for a close and safe encounter with sharks and eels, and an aviary of endemic bird species flying freely in their natural habitat.

The Turtle Farm is located in the West Bay District of Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands. To be more accurate is exactly in front of the dolphinarium just crossing the street, about 30 meters. The park’s address is 825 Northwest Point Road which is about 8 miles from George Town.

Park Hours
Monday – Thursday: 8:30AM to 4:30PM
Friday – Sunday: 8:30AM to 10:00PM
Park & Turtle Farm attractions Facilities and services
· Main tank with 500 turtles (100 males and 400 females).
· Different turtle species.
· Progressive stage (age) of turtles divided in tanks.
· Touch tank for a closer experience and photos with turtles.
· Lessons about turtle gender and reproduction.
· Swimming pool with waterfalls and rocky atmosphere.
· Nature Trail with a small cave system.
· Predators Reef with sharks, groupers and eels.
· Lagoon for a snorkeling experience with a viewing panel towards Predators’ Reef.
· Aviary with Caymanian and Caribbean birds flying freely in an enclosed setting.
· Cayman Street of traditional buildings featuring distinctive Cayman designed porches, doorways, gardens and local artisans.
· Tourist Guides
· Beach Chairs
· Swimming Pool
· Changing Rooms
· Education center
· Snack Bar
· Caymanian Living Museum
· Gift Shop
· Restaurants

Daily Schedule
10:30a.m. – Shark Talk at Predator Reed Window. Come join us for Fun and Facts on sharks. Get the Real Story, and learn the difference between Myth and Theory.
11:00 a.m. & 1:45 p.m. – Predator Reef Shark Feeding (every day except Fridays). Watch the hand-feeding of our nurse sharks from the Bridge. Then venture down to the viewing window for an exciting look as the Brown sharks, eels and others eat their fill.
11:30 a.m. – 1st Hand Feeding Birds & Keeper Talks (on request) at the Caribbean Aviary. Learn about the colorful & interesting birds of Cayman and the Caribbean.
11:30 a.m. – Turtle Feeding at the Breeding Pond.
1:30 p.m. – Fish feeding at the Snorkel Lagoon.
2:15 p.m. – 2nd Hand Feeding Birds & Keeper Talks (on request) at the Caribbean Aviary. Learn about the colorful and interesting birds of Cayman and the Caribbean.
3:30 p.m. – Turtle Feeding at the Breeding Pond

What do you think about this add on? Has anyone been to the turtle park on Grand Cayman? What did you think of it?
God Bless,
John

Hi All,

Grand Cayaman has added a shallow water program for all ages to enjoy, for 1 year old and up. This shallow water experience lets you learn about the dolphin in a non-swimming environment.

The program in Grand Cayman is called the Dolphin Lover “Shallow Water Encounter” Program. <<< Click here to learn more.

This program would be perfect for Cruise Ship passengers coming to this beautiful island.
God Bless,
John

Hi All,

Just to add to the last blog post about Grand Cayman, the Royal Dolphin Swim and Dolphin Swim / Snorkel Adventure prices have just been lowered.

Starting today, the prices are now $159 Adult and $119 Child price for the Royal Swim and $119 Adult and $99 Child prices for the Dolphin Swim / Snorkel Adventure in Grand Cayman.

This is a great value !!! I hope you cruise ship visitors take advantage of this price adjustment. It won’t last forever.
God Bless,
John

Hi All,

Here is a story we wrote about Grand Cayman. This place is one of the most friendly and prettiest islands in the Caribbean.  Being a popular tourist destination, you need to read this story because it may lure you go to this Caribbean jewel for some warmth from your winter blues. Besides swimming with the dolphins on Grand Cayman, you have some of the best scuba diving, snorkeling, and the world’s best beaches.

The story start with…
The grand mystique and shades of haze that cover the confines of these islands are only a testament to their wonder and beauty. The history of the Grand Caymans is one of simple origin, as most countries within the Caribbean were at the beginning of the 1600’s, they became a territorial possession of Great Britian < Grand Cayman Story>

Grand Cayman – Popular Cruise Ship Port

Has anyone been there? What is your opinion of this island?
God Bless,
John

Hi All,

We have added a new dolphin facility to our already growing number of facilities. I am thrilled to announce that Dolphin World is representing the Swimming with the Dolphins in Grand Cayman.

As of right now, I have not been there but plan to make a visit soon, to do a site inspection and get to know the Cayman Islands a little better. If anyone out there has any insight about Grand Cayman, I would love to hear from you. From what I know, the dolphin facility is near the Turtle Farm on the western edge of the island, only about 15 – 20 minute taxi ride from George Town and Cruise Ship Port.

From what I have heard, the island is not that big. Well, I am excited about the new location and can not wait to share more about Grand Cayman to you all in the future.

God Bless,
John