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Where are the dolphins in Epcot?

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Sarah Cherry

Updated on March 18, 2026

Epcot Today Today, Epcot houses four dolphins in its pavilion — Ranier, Khyber, Calvin and Malabar.

Similarly one may ask, can you swim with dolphins in Epcot?

Know Before You Go

Dolphins are highly intelligent animals whose interaction with Guests is voluntary; they are never forced to participate. You will not actually be swimming with the dolphins at any time. Guests must be 13 years of age or older.

One may also ask, how much does it cost to swim with dolphins at Disney? Discovery Cove Gate Prices

All-Inclusive Dolphin Swim Program costs $211.90 – $489.90 per person, tax included. (Price varies date-by-date and by season, and prices adjust upward once a certain number of tickets are sold for a certain date.) Children must be at least 6 years old to swim with dolphins.

In this way, how do I get from Epcot to the dolphins?

Epcot can be reached by catching a Friendship launch (boat) from the courtyard between the Swan and Dolphin, or by taking a short stroll across the BoardWalk and to Epcot's International Gateway and World Showcase. The walk takes about 10 minutes.

How long is the walk from the Dolphin to Epcot?

10 minute

Related Question Answers

Where is the best place to swim with the dolphins?

Top 5 Places to Swim with Dolphins
  1. Akaroa, New Zealand.
  2. Oahu and Kona, Hawaii.
  3. Azores Archipelago.
  4. Bimini, Bahamas.
  5. The Red Sea.

How much does it cost to dive at Epcot?

The full price is $189 per person, but we got it for $95. This includes all the gear and a wetsuit.

How big is the aquarium at Epcot?

203 feet

How do you swim with dolphins?

Here are a few tips.
  1. Enter the water calmly without splashing.
  2. Only touch the dolphins when, where, and how the guide instructs you.
  3. NEVER touch the blowhole, snout, eyes, or top of the head (melon).
  4. Remember to never use your fingernails as their skin is very sensitive.

Are there manatees at Epcot?

The West Indian manatee can be found at The Seas with Nemo & Friends Pavilion, which you can explore after riding The Seas with Nemo & Friends attraction at Epcot. West Indian manatees float through tropical and subtropical estuaries, tranquil rivers and coastal waters in search of food and warm water sources.

Does Disney have captive dolphins?

Today, four male dolphins are held captive at Disney's Epcot park, Ranier (captured from the wild), Khyber (Keebler), Calvin and Malabar.

How far of a walk from Swan to Epcot?

approximately .7 miles

Can you see Epcot fireworks from Swan?

Another option is the bridge between the Boardwalk Hotel and the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin. Depending on show times, you may be able to view each park's fireworks all around the same time from this one spot. Plus, the Swan and Dolphin is a visually unique backdrop.

How long is bus ride from Dolphin to Magic Kingdom?

about 20 to 25 minutes

Which is closer to Epcot Swan or Dolphin?

Both the Swan and Dolphin resorts sit on 87 acres of lakefront property in Disney's Epcot area, adjacent to Disney's Boardwalk. There is not much to choose between them in terms of location. Both hotels are located 1.8 miles from Disney and within (long!) walking distance from Epcot.

Do you get magic bands at Dolphin Resort?

Note that Swan and Dolphin Resort guests do not receive complimentary MagicBands. If it's your first trip and you'd like MagicBands, they can be purchased many places on-site (including the Swan Dolphin gift shops) or in advance at ShopDisney.

Which hotel can you walk to Epcot?

There are hotels that are within walking distance to Epcot, The Disney Hotels are the Boardwalk Inn, the Beach Club and the Yacht Club. Also the Swan and Dolphin Hotels are in the same area and on Disney Property, but managed by another company.

Do Swan and Dolphin use Disney buses?

Yes, Walt Disney World provides complimentary, scheduled transportation from the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin throughout the Walt Disney World® Resort. Some routes may require a transfer between buses.

Why does Disney not own Swan and Dolphin?

Disney does not own the Swan & The Dolphin, MARRIOTT owns them. This means people who are part of Marriott hotel points programs can use their points to stay at Disney World. The most important reason to stay at the Swan & Dolphin Resort is that you are very close to Epcot and Hollywood Studios.

How much is it to stay at the Swan and Dolphin?

The Swan and Dolphin hotels charge a daily resort fee. Guests are charged $35 plus tax. There are some perks that this fee brings. Guests now receive in-room high-speed internet, unlimited local and domestic calls, use of the hotel's fitness club, and two bottles of water.

Is Discovery Cove worth it without the dolphin swim?

Re: Discovery Cove - Worth it without Dolphin Swim package? If you love snorkeling with fish, want to wade with and feed stingrays, love to kick back on a beach, etc., and find after a few days of walking the theme parks you start getting bone tired, this will be a great day even without dolphin swim.

Can you legally swim with dolphins?

According to the Marine Mammal Protection Act, this act prohibits anyone from disrupting the natural behavior of wild dolphins and whales. This is an additional reason as to why there is no swimming with dolphins in the wild and especially in California.

How long do you get to swim with dolphins at Discovery Cove?

30 minutes

Is swimming with dolphins ethical?

Swimming with dolphins is not safe for your family, nor the dolphins. Despite what dolphinaria may have you believe, dolphins are apex ocean predators, capable of even killing sharks, and should be treated as such. Dolphins can be aggressive to people, other dolphins, or even self-harm.

Do you get extra magic hours Swan Dolphin?

It has now been confirmed that the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin hotels will be participating in both Early Park Entry and Extended Evening Hours. Early Park Entry, as well as extended evening hours, will replace Extra Magic Hours.

How far is the walk from Yacht Club to Epcot?

ten-minute

Can you take a boat from Epcot to Disney Springs?

So, the most convenient and fastest transportation option would be to exit Epcot between France and the United Kingdom, walk to Disney's Boardwalk Inn or take a ferry. Once you arrive at one of these four resorts, you can take a bus or water ferry to Disney Springs.

Can you walk to parks from Swan and Dolphin?

Though the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort is not operated by Disney (the resort is owned by Marriott International), it holds prime positioning in the EPCOT resort area, making it walkable to two parks! The Swan and Dolphin connect via a bridge over to the BoardWalk.

What time is check out at the Swan and Dolphin?

11:00 AM

What is at the top of the Dolphin Hotel?

The statues on top of the Dolphin hotel are not mammalian dolphins, but a stylized version of a nautical dolphin, a common symbol used on old world nautical maps. The design of the creatures is based on Triton Fountain in Rome.

How do I get from Swan to EPCOT?

Epcot®: Walking: When exiting behind the Swan resort, bear to your right and walk to Disney's BoardWalk Resorts. Walk on the boardwalk until it ends and bear to the right until you reach Epcot. Walking time is approximately 10-15 minutes.

Are the Friendship boats running at WDW?

Friendship Boats – The Friendship Boats which operate between Disney's Yacht and Beach Club, Boardwalk Inn and Swan & Dolphin were supposed to begin operating for service to EPCOT or Disney's Hollywood Studios on July 29. The Friendship boats reopened on November 1, 2020 and are now operational.

How do I get from Dolphin to Magic Kingdom?

The only complimentary way to get to and from Disney's Animal Kingdom or Magic Kingdom is the shuttle busses. Disney's Animal Kingdom bus pickup is located with the normal Disney bus pick-up.