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Dolphin Quest

Tourist attraction

Interactive dolphin experiences including swimming, feeding & petting in an enclosed lagoon. People often mention dolphins, experience, dolphin, time, swim, recommend, love, staff,


Address

5000 Kahala Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816

Website

dolphinquest.com

Contact

(808) 739-8918

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (698 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Monday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Thursday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Friday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Saturday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Sunday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: dolphins (30) experience (25) dolphin (13) time (10) swim (9) recommend (9) love (8) staff (6)
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  • 2/5 Frank M. 1 year ago on Google
    Overpriced for the experience. Over $1,500 for a family of five. Most of the time is spent setting up individual pictures which they sell you at the end. Two pictures is $55 or you can get them all for $150 so for a family of five we had to spend the extra $150 (plus tax) to get all of them. We ended up spending over $1,700 to sit in a small lagoon with a dolphin for about 25 minutes. They assign one dolphin for each group of six people. They added an individual to our group which seemed to diminish our value since he got equal time. The kids had a good time and liked petting the dolphin but all said they wouldn't do it again because they enjoyed some of the other activities (like zip lining) more. Technically you do swim with the dolphin because they send you to one end of the lagoon and have the dolphin swim next to you on the way back. The staff was friendly and I'm sure it's not a cheap business to run but in my opinion it wasn't worth the price. The lagoons were viewable to guests so I guess you can get a free look at the dolphins just by visiting the hotel.
    10 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dusty M. 3 months ago on Google • 531 reviews New
    We ate and got drinks at the sea side grill. Walked over to watch the dolphins. We didn't know about this until we saw they were able to ride on the dolphin by holding on to their fins. It was cool to see.

  • 5/5 Jake L. 2 years ago on Google
    Wonderful adventure. Pricey, but it’s an experience of a lifetime. Dolphins are so smart and able to communicate their feelings. They love to play. If you do nothing else on your trip, do this. I know the first questions many of us think of are about ethics of having dolphins. If you talk with the crew they actually explain how the dolphins are given priority. The dolphins actually get to choose whether or not they swim with you. These dolphins also live longer than naturally in the wild. Anyone with any concerns about the ethics should ask the staff. They really are passionate. Also the two 1-star reviews here obviously never did the dolphins quest. You can tell because the photos are from the observation area, and not with the dolphins. Also the lady who said it was started by the owner would know it was actually started by two veterinarians.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 M M. 9 months ago on Google • 32 reviews
    Incredible, once in a lifetime experience (at least in my opinion). You were able to directly interact with the dolphin(s) For just about your entire session. My session with somewhere between 25 and 30 minutes without interruption; the time in quality of the experience felt adequate for the money spent. Definitely get the photo package!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Stuart C. 2 years ago on Google
    Day 6 of our anniversary trip and today we took part in swimming with the dolphins 🐬 well for our daughter anyway. She had a blast and she's 19 so this is a must do for kids. They will have so much fun and the dolphins 🐬 seam to enjoy the attention. The staff are well trained and takes time with you so that you get the most of your time. A definite must do.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Masoud G. 1 year ago on Google
    It was a unique experience swimming with the Dolphins. They allow you to be so close with them, touching and hugging are allowed. We also got to know many things about Dolphins. I also recommend to get the photo package. They take very nice shots from you and the dolphins.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Aizhan 1 year ago on Google
    My wish came true, so dreamed of swimming with dolphins! And the dolphin kissed me on the cheek 🥹💔🫶🏻This is an incredible experience, God, how nice, smart, affectionate they are! Adore! 🐬💔The territory of this hotel is very beautiful, you can enter and watch dolphins for free, and there is also a beautiful beach.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Amie V. 1 year ago on Google
    This was a long time dream come true. Getting to pet, feed, swim with, and play with the dolphins was absolutely magical! The staff was super friendly and the trainers always remembered our names, giving each of us a chance to do all the activities with the dolphins, making sure we got to do what we hoped for most. We did the Premier Experience, meaning it was a private reservation for only our family of 4, and we loved that intimacy and customization. The only disappointment is that no personal camera gear is allowed in the water, so we couldn't get a video at all, but the professional photos they caught of us were so well done we were very pleased with the way the experience was captured anyway. I would highly recommend this experience to any dolphin lovers that want to be up close and personal with them! 🐬
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Lesa R. 2 months ago on Google • 33 reviews New
    Loved this adventure. Had a blast swimming. The trainers were very nice!! I highly recommend doing this. It is VERY expensive but depending on your love of this animal it is worth it at least one time which is why 4 stars.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dan C. 5 months ago on Google • 12 reviews
    We cannot say enough about the fantastic experience we had! Melissa was the most amazing trainer! She was fun, energetic, extremely knowledgeable, and has a genuine love for Liho and the other dolphins that she works with every day. Swimming with such intelligent, gentle creatures in this intimate setting allowed us to truly connect with their energy on a level none of us expected. A truly unforgettable family bonding experience that we would highly recommend. Can't wait to see you guys next year!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anita G. 10 months ago on Google
    Such an awesome experience and so educational. My sister is an adult with special needs and also walks with a cane. She did the private session. They went above and beyond to make sure she was comfortable, safe and understanding the information about the dolphin experience. She loved touching the dolphin!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Robert T. 5 months ago on Google • 43 reviews
    Recently attended a Dolphin Adventure with our trainer, Nicole. Such a memorable, awesome experience! This was not our first dolphin experience on a vacation, but was our first with Dolphin Quest and definitely our best ever. The dolphins seem well-managed, healthy, and happy. Our trainer (Nicole) made the experience - her love for the dolphins and passion for making the experience informative and fun shine through. She loves her job, and it shows in her interactions with both the dolphins and people. It was also noticeable how professional and coordinated the other trainers were in helping during our session. Kudos to the whole team!

  • 5/5 Stacey G. 4 months ago on Google • 35 reviews
    The employees were great with my daughter and she loved her experience with the dolphins...It is located in a beautiful resort with a beautiful beach..We had a Virgini strawberry daiquiri at the bar while my daughter was getting ready for the swim..It was a great day and we recommend it when in Hawaii...

  • 5/5 Bradley B. 6 months ago on Google • 20 reviews
    We had a wonderful experience with the staff and dolphins at Dolphin Quest Oahu at the Kahala Hotel and Resort. The staff we very helpful and knowledgeable; we learned a lot about the dolphins and really enjoyed the interaction. Highly recommend this activity!

  • 5/5 Christie D. 2 months ago on Google • 3 reviews New
    My bf and I had an amazing time here! The trainers are so welcoming, helpful, and caring. They have genuine love for these dolphins and are knowledgeable about them. They are patient and kind to everyone while still keeping the dolphins needs a priority. You can absolutely tell these dolphins love the trainers. I can’t recommend going here enough, it’s a memory I will cherish.

  • 5/5 Amanda S. 9 months ago on Google
    This was a magical bucket list experience! We had the opportunity to swim, dance, and love on Liho and Hua! The team was so kind and truly seemed to love the dolphins! The photo package is an absolute must! Can't recommend this experience enough!

  • 5/5 Mark K. 8 months ago on Google
    You can literally touch the dolphin and make a unforgettable time with your family. A bit high price for 30 min. Nice beach in front of the hotel and you can also finds many other fishes in the building. Valet parking available. Validation for 4 hr parking.

  • 5/5 Leah B. 1 year ago on Google
    Awesome experience cannot rave enough about it. Staff are amazing, informative yet fun. This was a life long dream come true and was not disappointed. They are all about the welfare of the animals and do things on their terms.

  • 5/5 Ashley A. 1 year ago on Google
    My husband and I did the Dolphin Quest a couple of weeks ago! It was an amazing experience! It was very educational and a ton of fun. We loved being able to interact with the dolphins by petting them and swimming with them. This was a once in a lifetime experience. It’s pricey but would definitely recommend if you can make it work. The only downside is they do put you with other groups if you have a smaller group, so it takes away a little bit from your own personal experience. I felt for the price, it should of been a more private experience.

  • 5/5 Siu Hong L. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is really nice. It oozes of luxury, but if one wishes to be close to Downtown Waikiki, then you need to stay elsewhere. Here, you can see the dolphins swim and be fed. There are also individuals who partake in being with the dolphins.

  • 3/5 George L. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place see the dolphins swim around and have fun . You can swim with them if you wish . It is at a cost . I just enjoyed watching then from the side.


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Assistive hearing loop
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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