Swim with Dolphins Las Vegas
I know, I know. You’re a good person. You want to know if the dolphins are treated well. The answer is: better than most hotels on the Strip. The habitat is huge, the water is pristine, and the dolphins are rescues or born there.
The program supports research and rescue efforts. Is it the wild ocean? No. But it’s not a depressing roadside attraction. These dolphins seem genuinely happy to show off. They’re like the Vegas showgirls of the sea.
If you want to check a box safely, this is it. They even have a dolphin-building fund you can donate to. So you’re basically a philanthropist who got licked by a fish-mammal. Win-win.
Swimming with the Dolphins in Las Vegas - Travel Codex
Tips to Not Look Like a Fool
Don’t wear a swimsuit you’ve never worn before. Trust me on this. You will be bending over to kiss a dolphin, and you don't want any wardrobe malfunctions.
Bring a waterproof camera, but leave your phone in the locker. Nothing kills a dolphin vibe like an Instagram story interruption. Also, don’t feed them your snacks. They have a strict diet of fish, not your leftover cheese fries from the Caesar’s Palace food court.
Finally, bring dry clothes and a towel. You will be wet. It’s not optional. You are swimming with dolphins, not “watching them from a fancy tuxedo.”