The program aims to convey the thrill of a face-to-face encounter with the lords of the air. Raptors Experience is the exclusive interactive program designed for those who aren't content to be mere spectators, but want to discover the true soul of Raptors World.
Requirements and Duration: The experience lasts 30 minutes and is reserved for participants aged 8 and over.
Time Assignment : The program will take place between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. To find out the exact start time of your session, you must show up at the park's Photo Shop by 1:00 PM on the day of your reservation.
Useful information: We recommend wearing practical clothing suitable for outdoor activities and potential contact with animals.
The program includes a short briefing with a biologist about Dolphins World and the management of bottlenose dolphins in a controlled environment. During the hands-on session, participants are involved in a real training session, led by professional trainers in the Lagoon, where they will have the opportunity to communicate with the dolphins exclusively through signals taught without entering the water or direct contact with the animals.
Requirements and Duration: The experience lasts 60 minutes and is reserved for participants aged 8 and over.
Time Assignment: The program will take place between 2:00 PM and 5:30 PM. To find out the exact start time of your session, you must show up at the Photo Shop inside the park by 1:00 PM on the day of your reservation.
Useful information: Participants may get wet during the activity; it's recommended to bring a towel and possibly a change of clothes and shoes. A swimsuit is not necessary: by law and for the safety of the animals, swimming with the dolphins is not permitted.
Schedule: The meeting point is the Photo Shop inside the park. The program includes a briefing with a biologist/trainer, followed by a poolside training session.
Language: The program will be held entirely in Italian.
The team of trainers, biologists, and veterinarians ensures a high standard of quality both for the social life of the hosted specimens and for raising visitors' awareness of environmental issues.
The “Training experience” program includes a real full immersion in the magical world of dolphins and is divided into different phases.
Theoretical lesson in which the biologist illustrates elements of Biology, Evolution and Conservation of Cetaceans.
A general introduction to the management of dolphins in a controlled environment, from food preparation to play to actual training.
Acrylic training session, where participants will experience firsthand the possibility of communicating with animals through glass.
Training session at the Oltremare Lagoon led by professional trainers, during which participants will have the opportunity to communicate with the dolphins through signals they will be taught without entering the water or direct contact with the animal.
Requirements and Duration: The experience lasts 3 hours and is reserved for participants aged 12 and over.
Please note: the reservation is considered confirmed only if a minimum of 2 participants is reached.
Time Assignment: The program will take place between 12:00 PM and 5:30 PM. To determine the exact start time of your session, you must arrive at the Photo Shop inside the park by 11:00 AM on the day of your reservation. Please note that the start time cannot be communicated in advance either by phone or email.
Useful information: You may get wet during the activity; we recommend bringing a towel and a change of clothes and shoes if necessary. A swimsuit is not necessary: by law and for the safety of the animals, swimming with the dolphins is not permitted. Before the poolside encounter, please remove all objects that could be dangerous to the animals or fall into the water (necklaces, earrings, rings, cell phones, etc.). If you are wearing glasses, if they cannot be removed, you must wear a safety lanyard.
Schedule: The meeting point is the photo shop inside the park. The program includes a theory session in the classroom, a theory/practical session on the glass, and a training session poolside.
Language: The program will be held entirely in Italian.
Cancellation and Changes: In the event of force majeure, the Management reserves the right to change the date of your reservation, agreeing a new date with you, subject to availability. In the event of cancellation, you may postpone the day or transfer the reservation to another person, providing you with their full name and contact information. If you are unable to attend, refund requests will only be considered if submitted no later than 48 hours before the booked date.
Safety and Physical Requirements: Access is permitted only to those who meet the following parameters:
Height: between 120 cm (minimum) and 160 cm (maximum)
Maximum weight: 70 kg
Recommended Clothing: For your safety, the use of closed shoes with rubber soles (e.g. sneakers) is highly recommended.
Attention
You have selected a date for the experience other than the date of entry to the Oltremare.
If you continue with your choice you will have to purchase another park entrance ticket for the date of the experience.