Swim with Dolphins from Side: Aksu Dolphin Park Encounter

Swim with Dolphins from Side: A Private Moment at Aksu

This short outing takes you from your Side hotel to Aksu Dolphin Park near Antalya, where a trainer pairs you with one bottlenose dolphin for a swim you will not share with anyone else. It suits curious children from the age of three just as much as grown-ups who have dreamed of this moment for years.

The Journey Starts at Your Hotel Door

Our driver collects you from your hotel in the Side area and the ride to Aksu takes roughly one hour depending on traffic. The time shown on the booking page is when the activity starts, so your hotel pickup is earlier and we confirm the exact pickup time after your reservation.

First Hello Beside the Pool

Before anyone gets wet, a dolphin trainer introduces the animals, explains how they communicate and shares the simple dos and don'ts that keep every swimmer and every dolphin safe.

Five Minutes That Belong Only to You

Each guest spends about five to six minutes in the water with a single dolphin. You can hug it, give it a kiss, stroke its skin and hold on to its fins as it glides you across the pool. Many guests say the most touching part is the moment their dolphin sings for them.

No Swimming Skills Needed

You do not have to be a strong swimmer. A life jacket is provided free of charge, and both the trainer and your dolphin help you stay comfortable and afloat throughout the session.

Little Swimmers and Their Grown-Ups

Children aged three and over swim on their own with a trainer close by. Children under three can join the water together with a parent. Families of three or more may ask at the park about a separate 15-minute family swim in a private pool, which is not part of this package.

Capturing Every Splash

Friends and family can take photos from the viewing area beside the pool, and a staff member can help with your camera. The park photographer also shoots each swim, and the professional images are available to buy afterwards.

An Optional Show Before You Swim

If you would like to see the dolphins perform as well, the dolphin and seal show takes place daily at 11:00 and 15:00, right before each swim session. It is not part of this package but can be added with an additional reservation, so just let us know when you book.

Winding Back to Side

Once the swim and photos are wrapped up, you head back towards Side. The listed end time is when the activity finishes, and your drop-off follows afterwards depending on traffic and your hotel location.