Swim With Dolphin Day at Gulf World

Hey KIDS! Come out to Gulf World in Panama City Beach on Saturday, Apr. 30. Bring a new toy for donation and swim with dolphins...

Coming up April 30th - 10 Thousand Smiles is hosted by Dolphin Discovery Foundation, with the aim that children perform interactive swim with dolphins programs for a special price and this way, collect toys for the benefit of underprivileged children. 

This celebration is happening around the world at Dolphin Discovery facilities including Gulf World in Panama City Beach, Fl. Up to 60 participants can take part in this special program at Gulf World at 10:30 am on Saturday, April 30th. 

Children 17 and under can swim with a dolphin by bringing a children’s toy valued at $15 or more. Adults can participate for $45. Children under 4’7” must be accompanied in the water by a paying adult participant 18 years or older one on one. 

These toys will be donated to the Toys for Kids foundation. Guests must call 850-234-5271 to sign up, up to 60 participants can take part in this program. 

Reserve your spot today! “It’s important that we give back to the community, and to underprivileged youth. We are happy to take part in this Dolphin Discovery tradition.” Pam George, Gulf World General Manager.

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Feeding and petting a fever of stingrays, swimming with dolphins and getting smooched by a sea lion is all in a day’s work at Gulf World Marine Park.Panama City Beach’s longstanding educational facility pulls double duty as the Area Coordinator for the Southeast Marine Mammal Stranding Network. And when Gulf World’s team of experts isn’t out rescuing dolphins and sea turtles, they’re educating kids and kids-at-heart about the fascinating animals with which we share our planet.

Gulf World Marine Park creates memorable experiences for the entire family through entertaining animal shows, fascinating exhibits and hands-on interaction with marine life. Gulf World hosts special events and live concerts in addition to daily animal shows and interactive programs.

Every day is show day! The park is open daily from 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. rain or shine. Summer hours are 9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Gulf World Marine Park is located on Front Beach Road in Panama City Beach, east of Pier Park.      

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