Fort Walton Beach-Okaloosa Island Animal Encounters

Prepare for an exciting blend of education and entertainment at Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park! Watch as the talented dolphins and sea lions dazzle you with their impressive performances, featuring dance moves and spectacular jumps. Between shows, explore the engaging animal exhibits showcasing penguins, sharks, stingrays, pelicans, dolphins, and sea lions. Nestled on the beach in Fort Walton Beach and just minutes from Destin Harbor, the Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park offers the perfect setting for a fun and relaxing afternoon with marine life. Grab your tickets now!

Experience the magic of meeting a dolphin family up close with the Discover Dolphins encounter at Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park! This interactive dockside experience invites you to play, laugh, and learn about the Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, celebrated for their curiosity and lively personalities. Be prepared to get a little wet, wear attire that can handle splashy fun! Ideal for ages 5 and up, this engaging encounter promises unforgettable moments. Reserve your experience today!

Get up close with playful sea lions at Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park’s Discover Sea Lions! Interact, touch, and learn about these charming marine mammals in a fun, hands-on experience. Perfect for all ages, this unforgettable encounter offers insights into their playful behavior and unique personalities. Book your experience today!

Dive into an unforgettable adventure with the Gulfarium's VIP "Trainer for a Day" experience! Perfect for ages 13 and up, this exclusive opportunity offers a deep dive into the world of marine mammal training. Spend the day working closely with the resident experts and gain hands-on experience with the incredible marine mammals. Discover their behaviors, biology, and the nuances of their interactions with humans. Don’t miss out—book your transformative experience today!

Experience an unforgettable close-up encounter with a harbor seal at Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park! These charming and playful seals will steal your heart as you get the chance to touch and feed them during this unique interaction. Perfect for ages 8 and up, this experience allows you to watch them in action and discover fascinating facts about these incredible animals. A friendly harbor seal is eager to meet you—book your adventure today!

Meet the charming flightless birds of the sea at Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park with this Discover Penguins experience! Get up close and personal with an adorable and energetic African penguin and feed, touch, and play with these delightful creatures. Designed for ages 9 and up, this trainer-led encounter offers fascinating insights into the lives of these remarkable birds. Don’t miss this unforgettable opportunity to connect with an African penguin during your visit to the Emerald Coast!

Join the Kids Reptile Safari at Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park for a thrilling adventure! Explore and interact with fascinating reptiles like turtles, snakes, and lizards. Perfect for young adventurers, this hands-on experience offers a fun, educational glimpse into the world of these incredible creatures. Ideal for kids and families! Book your experience today!

Did you know that sea turtles have a better sense of smell than sharks? This turtle-filled encounter for ages 5 and up will teach you that and more while introducing you to our seafaring Loggerheads, a variety of freshwater turtles, and even our land-loving African spurred tortoises. Go behind the scenes to learn about our long-running sea turtle rescue and rehabilitation program. General admission to the park is not included in encounter price and must be purchased separately. Book your encounter today!