- Overview: In the deep water swim at Dolphin Cay use hand-held water scooters to control your speed and race alongside dolphins, cruise along the surface, or dive to the depths of their saltwater lagoon. You'll receive an Atlantis map to take a self-guided tour of the Ruins Lagoon and The Dig.
- Highlights: Shuttle to and from Paradise Island. Deep water swim at Dolphin Cay where you can interact and race alongside the dolphins. Time to explore Atlantis including Ruins Lagoon and The Dig.
- Notes: Participants must be able to swim without support vests or assistance. Only credit cards are accepted for purchases in Atlantis.
Overview:
In the deep water swim at Dolphin Cay, a one-of-a-kind dolphin experience awaits. Hand-held water scooters let you control your speed, so you can race alongside dolphins, cruise along the surface, or dive to the depths of their saltwater lagoon. You will also receive an Atlantis map, which will allow them to take a self-guided tour of the Ruins Lagoon, a re-creation of the sunken streets of mythical Atlantis, and The Dig, a replica of an archeological excavation site at your leisure.
Highlights:
- Shuttle to and from Paradise Island
- Deep water swim at Dolphin Cay where you can interact and race alongside the dolphins
- Time to explore Atlantis including Ruins Lagoon and The Dig
Full Description:
This wide-open dolphin playground is yours to explore. Hand-held water scooters let you control your speed, so you can race alongside dolphins, cruise along the surface, or dive to the depths of their saltwater lagoon. Snorkels and masks are also provided. This one-of-a-kind interaction also includes the signature foot push, where your dolphin propels you across the lagoon on a boogie-board for a rush unlike any you have experienced.
The entire program lasts between 90-120 minutes and includes a video orientation and trainer talk, complimentary wetsuit use, non-alcoholic refreshments, personal locker, towels, beach service, and all-day access to Dolphin Cay's private beach. You can also view and purchase photographs of your dolphin interaction in the gift shop, and send free e-cards.
You will also receive an Atlantis map, which will allow them to take a self-guided tour of the Ruins Lagoon, a re-creation of the sunken streets of mythical Atlantis, and The Dig, a replica of an archeological excavation site at their leisure. You will feel the magic of a fabled world long lost in time and explore this maze of archaeological ruins and excavations.
Atlantis is home to the world's largest open-air marine habitat, second only to Mother Nature. The resort's 141-acre waterscape comprises 20 million gallons of fresh and seawater. Fourteen exhibits and thirteen lagoons containing more than 50,000 fascinating sea creatures representing over 250 species provide a fascinating look at life in the ocean's depths.
After your visit, make your way back to the designated pick-up point and begin the approximate 15-minute drive back to the pier.
What to Bring:
- You should always take your SeaPass card (provided onboard the ship) and photo identification when in port
- Sun protection
- Only credit cards are accepted for purchases in Atlantis (Visa, MasterCard, and American Express)
What to Wear:
- Wear your bathing suit
Important Notes:
- Dolphin Excursions at Atlantis Resort must be booked by the evening before Nassau's arrival.
- There is no beach access for swimming on this tour.
- Participants in the deep water dolphin swim must be at least 10 years of age and be able to swim without support vests or assistance.
- Guests should consider their physical fitness level and medical history when determining whether this tour is appropriate. Guests with cardiac conditions, asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, other heart or respiratory conditions or any other medical condition should take particular caution when selecting a tour with snorkeling/swimming elements.
- Guests who require accessible transportation with ramp or lift are recommended to book tour in advance of the cruise in order to secure equipment. Accessible transportation may be at an additional cost. Guest interested in this tour must contact in advance of the cruise the Shore Excursion Access Department at
shorexaccess@rccl.com to review full details on this tour and accessible transportation availability.
- Guests wishing to utilize a wheelchair (manual or electric) on this excursion must provide the total dimensions (height, length and width) and weight of the electric scooter or wheelchair at the time of booking to
shorexaccess@rccl.com.
