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[Shizuoka, Shimoda] Japan's first dolphin diving experience at Shimoda Aquarium. Swim with Pacific white-sided dolphins in the pool (no experience necessary, approximately 2 hours)
[Shizuoka, Shimoda] Japan's first dolphin diving experience at Shimoda Aquarium. Swim with Pacific white-sided dolphins in the pool (no experience necessary, approximately 2 hours)
[Shizuoka, Shimoda] Japan's first dolphin diving experience at Shimoda Aquarium. Swim with Pacific white-sided dolphins in the pool (no experience necessary, approximately 2 hours)
[Shizuoka, Shimoda] Japan's first dolphin diving experience at Shimoda Aquarium. Swim with Pacific white-sided dolphins in the pool (no experience necessary, approximately 2 hours)
[Shizuoka, Shimoda] Japan's first dolphin diving experience at Shimoda Aquarium. Swim with Pacific white-sided dolphins in the pool (no experience necessary, approximately 2 hours)

[Shizuoka, Shimoda] Japan's first dolphin diving experience at Shimoda Aquarium. Swim with Pacific white-sided dolphins in the pool (no experience necessary, approximately 2 hours)


Booking confirmed within 1 working day(s)
Duration:2 hour(s)
Guided language: English / 日本語
Free cancellation 3 day(s) prior to experience date

  • Suitable for ages 10 and up! You can see what's happening underwater from outside the pool, so it's great for families with children!
  • This is the only place where you can dive with cute Pacific white-sided dolphins!
  • Since this activity takes place inside the aquarium, it can be carried out even on rainy or windy days!
[5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

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Water Activities

Water activity typeDiving
Special water activitySwim with dolphin/whale
Activity seasonSpring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Tour TypeShared tour
Minimum participant requirement1 traveler
Instruction languageJapanese
Activity levelBeginner
Transportation methodGet there on your own

Product Info

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  • Why not enjoy diving with the popular Pacific white-sided dolphins at Shimoda Aquarium? This is an introductory dive, so no diving license is required! Inexperienced participants are welcome. All you need is a swimsuit and a towel. Anyone between the ages of 10 and 64 in good health can participate. After changing into a wetsuit, you will receive a brief lecture on diving, and then it's time to enter the pool where the dolphins await! Professional instructors will be closely supervising and caring for you underwater, so even those with concerns can rest assured.
  • Suitable for ages 10 and up! You can see what's happening underwater from outside the pool, so it's great for families with children!
  • The experience takes place in the dolphin show pool at Shimoda Aquarium. Children aged 10 and over are welcome to participate. You can see what's happening underwater from the seats in the show pool. Be sure to take photos of your children and their friends having fun!
  • This is the only place where you can dive with cute Pacific white-sided dolphins!
  • Diving with you will be the popular Pacific white-sided dolphins of Shimoda Aquarium! They watch the divers with interest and sometimes even play with you!
  • Since this activity takes place inside the aquarium, it can be carried out even on rainy or windy days!
  • Because it's an aquarium, you can enjoy diving without being affected by rain or wind!

Children from 10 years old can participate!

Children from 10 years old can participate!

The bottlenose dolphins are waiting for you!

The bottlenose dolphins are waiting for you!

The experience takes place at Shimoda Aquarium!

The experience takes place at Shimoda Aquarium!

Please come to the Dolphin Beach Counter inside the building!

Please come to the Dolphin Beach Counter inside the building!

The first experience diving in Japan where you can swim with Pacific white-sided dolphins!

The first experience diving in Japan where you can swim with Pacific white-sided dolphins!

What You Can Expect

Duration: 2 hour(s)

1 Day

  • 09:45
    Meeting point: The meeting place is the Dolphin Beach counter inside Shimoda Aquarium.
    Meeting point: The meeting place is the Dolphin Beach counter inside Shimoda Aquarium.
  • 10:00
    Briefing: After you fill out the application form, the instructor will give you a detailed lecture on how to use the equipment and what to be careful of underwater.
    Briefing: After you fill out the application form, the instructor will give you a detailed lecture on how to use the equipment and what to be careful of underwater.
  • 10:20
    Change into your wetsuit and head to the pool where the dolphins are waiting!
    Change into your wetsuit and head to the pool where the dolphins are waiting!
  • 10:30
    Enter the pool! There will be an instructor with you so you can relax!
    Enter the pool! There will be an instructor with you so you can relax!
  • 10:35
    Practice breathing. First practice breathing on the surface of the water. Once you get used to it, gradually go underwater!
    Practice breathing. First practice breathing on the surface of the water. Once you get used to it, gradually go underwater!

Purchase Notice

Questions about booking:

  • Question 1: Please enter the age, height, weight, and shoe size of all participants. For height and weight, you can enter your usual clothing size (e.g., women's size M).
  • Question 2: Please let us know if you have a scuba diving license.

Regarding cancellation of the event:

  • The tour may be canceled due to the dolphins' physical condition. In that case, there will be no cancellation fee, but we will not compensate for the aquarium admission fee or transportation costs to the tour location. Thank you for your understanding.

Please note the following when participating in this course:

  • ■Those who meet the following criteria are not permitted to participate: those under 10 years of age, those over 65 years of age, pregnant women, those who have difficulty walking independently, those who plan to board a plane within the next 18 hours, those who will travel to a high altitude (300m or higher) within the next 18 hours, and those with certain medical conditions. ■Please arrive at Shimoda Aquarium early on the day of your reservation. If you are unable to make the start time due to unforeseen circumstances or traffic congestion, your reservation will be canceled on the day of your reservation. ■Cancellations made two days prior, the day before, or on the day of your reservation will incur our standard cancellation fee. ■If you cancel on the day of your reservation due to personal reasons such as illness, you will be charged the full cancellation fee. Please also note that no refunds will be given if you are unable to enter the water for personal reasons after participating in the trial dive. ■For safety reasons, we will refuse participation in the trial dive if you have been drinking or are under the influence of alcohol on the day of your reservation. In such cases, a cancellation fee will be charged. ■In winter, the water temperature may drop below 15°C.

Other important points:

  • For emergency contact information on the day, please contact the Dolphin Beach counter at Shimoda Aquarium. *The total time may vary depending on the course and number of people, but the time spent in the pool (approximately 30 minutes) is the same for all plans. The content is the same regardless of the course you choose. *The time may change slightly depending on the dolphin's physical condition and the progress of the show. *For safety reasons, only four people, including the instructor, are allowed in the pool at one time. Please contact us for groups of three or more. If you are over 60 years old or have any of the following medical histories, a doctor's certificate is required: - Do you currently have ear inflammation (otitis media or otitis externa)? - Have you ever had an ear disease? Have you ever suffered from hearing loss or dizziness? - Have you ever had ear or sinus surgery? - Do you currently have a cold, stuffy nose, sinusitis, or bronchitis?・Have you ever suffered from respiratory illnesses, severe hay fever or allergies (insomnia, cedar allergy, shock, etc.), or lung diseases? ・Have you ever had a pneumothorax or chest surgery? ・Do you currently have asthma attacks? Also, have you ever had emphysema or tuberculosis? ・Are you currently taking prescription medications? (Excluding contraceptives and antimalarials other than mefloquine) ・Are you currently taking any medications that affect your athletic ability or mental state (drowsiness-inducing medications, psychiatric medications, etc.) ・Do you have any behavioral problems (hyperactivity disorder, mental disorders, etc.), mental or physical illnesses, or neurological illnesses? ・Are you currently pregnant or could you be pregnant? ・Have you had a colostomy (colostomy)? ・Have you ever had heart disease or a heart attack? Also, have you ever had surgery on the heart or vascular system? ・Have you ever had high blood pressure or angina? Also, are you currently taking any medication to control your blood pressure?・Questions for those aged 45 and over. Has anyone in your family suffered a heart attack or stroke? ・Do you currently smoke or consume nicotine in another way? ・Do you have high cholesterol? ・Do you currently have high blood pressure? ・Do you have a bleeding disorder or other blood disorder? ・Have you ever been diagnosed with diabetes? ・Have you ever experienced loss of consciousness, fainting, convulsions, epilepsy, or other seizures? Also, are you taking medication to prevent these? ・Do you have any back or limb problems due to injury, fracture, surgery, etc.? ・Have you ever suffered from claustrophobia, open-space phobia (agoraphobia), or panic attacks? *Please note that we may refuse your application if you do not bring a medical certificate.
  • Doctor's certificate (PADI: Diver Medical)
  • If you are over 60 years old or have a medical history, you will need a doctor's certificate. Please download and use this form here.
  • Parental consent form
  • Minors will need a parental consent form. If you will not be accompanied by a parent on the day, please download the "Parental Consent Form" here, sign it, and be sure to bring it with you.

Includes/Excludes

  • Guide fee, equipment rental fee, consumption tax
  • Shimoda Aquarium admission fee

Reminders

  • Participant age: 10 to 64 years old

  • What to wear/bring: Swimsuit (for a smoother experience, it's best to wear one under your clothes), towel, health insurance card, doctor's certificate (only for those over 60 or with a medical history), parental consent form (minors only) *Please download the doctor's certificate and parental consent form from the links on this page.

  • Regarding rental equipment: We will provide equipment that fits your body size, but we may not be able to provide equipment for children who are significantly smaller than average or for people who are larger than average. Please inquire for details when making a reservation.

  • Duration: 120 minutes (experience time approximately 30 minutes)

  • Minimum number of participants: 1 person

Meeting Point

Location Name: 22-31, Shimoda City, Shizuoka Prefecture, 415-8502

Address: 22-31, Shimoda City, Shizuoka Prefecture, 415-8502

How to Get There
・Meeting time: Please arrive 30 minutes before the start of your experience. ・Meeting location: Shimoda Aquarium, Dolphin Beach Counter

Experience Location

Location Name: 22-31, Shimoda City, Shizuoka Prefecture, 415-8502

Address: 22-31, Shimoda City, Shizuoka Prefecture, 415-8502

How to Get There
・By car: Numazu Interchange → (approx. 65 km via Amagi Pass) → Kawazu → (approx. 14 km via Shirahama) → Shimoda Aquarium Atsugi Interchange → (77 km via Atami) → Ito → (approx. 48 km via Kawazu) → Shimoda Aquarium Parking: 200 cars, Large buses: Available Parking is on a first-come, first-served basis. During summer and winter holidays and long weekends, parking is on a first-come, first-served basis, so please arrive early. ・By train: 5 minutes by taxi, 7 minutes by regular bus, or 25 minutes on foot from Izukyu-Shimoda Station on the Izukyu Line

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations 3 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
  • For cancellations made 2 to 2 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
  • For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 80% will apply
  • Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
NOTE
  • Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

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