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Secret Garden & Dolphin Habitat
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Come face-to-face with some of nature's most exotic and majestic creatures at Siegfried & Roy's Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat. Explore, learn and play in an enchanting world of Bottlenose Dolphins, White Tigers, White Lions and Leopards, right in our backyard.
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Ellyn T
Nanaimo, Canada288 contributions
May 2022
We paid $25 each to see sad or sleeping tigers, and one lion, in enclosures that were inadequate. One of the white tigers paced endlessly. We felt very sad to see this. Also, you could not see them clearly due to the chain link fencing. The dolphins were more fun, and they were entertaining and seemed to be enjoying their interactions with the trainers, and performing tricks. Siegfried and Roy must be turning over in their graves to see how their beloved tigers and lion are living these days. Hopefully when the Mirage is torn down these animals will be placed in a sanctuary where they can have interactions and room.
Written May 31, 2022
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Andrew
Chino Hills, CA1 contribution
May 2022 • Family
We did the dolphin expedience. For the 3 of us it was about $250 and literally lasted about 5 minutes. You pet the dolphins side about 3 times and then they scoot you to the next station where you face the crowd of people watching for a picture. Before even turning around to see if the experience extends at this new station, they ask you to make your way back to your belongings. Does come with 3 printed photos but it was absolutely something we wouldn’t recommend for the price point.
Written May 20, 2022
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Mary
Las Vegas, NV222 contributions
Jan 2021
A place where you can see some of the animals that Siegfried and Roy used in their show at the Mirage. The Secret Garden is located outside of the Mirage but to get to it you still have to go through the casino. The Secret Garden has a dolphin pool called the Dolphin Habitat. Here they have several dolphins that will do some jumps and flips during their educational sessions. The trainers do a great job educated the guests regarding dolphin behaviors. There is also an underwater observation tunnel where you can see the dolphins swimming. After the Dolphin Habitat you walk to the Secret Garden. It is extremely small, maybe houses about 4 of Siegfried and Roy’s animals. You do get a chance to see the animals up close. There are covid restrictions so you may have to buy your tickets early. Admission is inexpensive, about $25. They do honor local discounts but you must show a Nevada ID. The Secret Garden is extremely small but still great for small kids or if you are fans of Siegfried and Roy. Both of them passed in 2020 just months apart from each other. The Garden is a nice reminder and tribute to their legacy.
Written March 15, 2021
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George S
Miami Beach, FL1,632 contributions
Jun 2021 • Family
This is a “zoo” plus a training facility for dolphins. Nothing special nor worth the $25 admission fee. There are only 5 or 6 tigers, lions or leopards in individual enclosures - that’s it. The dolphin show lasted only 10-15 minutes almost without commentary. Again, Nothing that interesting. There was also no seating available so you had to bake in the sun during the “show”. Not much value here.
Written June 2, 2021
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Nan S
52 contributions
Aug 2022
Nice exhibit. The behaviors the dolphins do are pretty much the same thing you see in accredited zoos. Many pools for the dolphins to move around to. Staff is knowledgeable. The tiger exhibit is better than some zoos I've been to. They have shade and misters and one exhibit has a pool. Be there around 2 pm when they change out the big cats. There is a docent there who is very knowledgeable. I learned that behind the exhibit are separate areas where the cats live. They are quite large and they have a nursery there when cubs are born. It's well maintained and the cats look healthy. It's pricey, but if you are a Nevada resident with a current drivers license or state ID there is a discount.
Written August 30, 2022
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Kristian
Peace River, Canada163 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
We came here in the afternoon as a group of friends. Admission seemed a little high (22/ea I believe) for the amount of animals there were.
Three separate dolphin pools with training events was nice to sit and just watch them play around. The bellies were pink and they appeared happy.
The lions and tigers in the back part seemed a little cramped but apparently they have space to roam in the back. Quite beautiful well cared for creatures.
Apparently no glass and no items with removable caps such as bottles. Keep that in mind before you come in.
Three separate dolphin pools with training events was nice to sit and just watch them play around. The bellies were pink and they appeared happy.
The lions and tigers in the back part seemed a little cramped but apparently they have space to roam in the back. Quite beautiful well cared for creatures.
Apparently no glass and no items with removable caps such as bottles. Keep that in mind before you come in.
Written February 11, 2020
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loveandhiphop
Reading, UK45 contributions
Sep 2022
The big cat enclosures were the saddest thing I have ever witnessed and I left there in tears. All animals segregated with no enrichment whatsoever. We saw 2 leopards in separate tiny enclosures. You wouldn't even keep a dog in such a small area. The orange tiger was displaying classic signs of stress, either constantly licking a wall in his enclosure or just pacing in a repeated circle. All the other cats were just laying there sleeping... what else is there for them to do! The dolphins seemed better cared for, and we got some amazing video of a training/education session with their trainers. They seem to not do shows anymore, which is a good thing. Honestly this place just needs shutting down and the cats released to sanctuaries, where they have the space and enrichment they need. These beautiful creatures do not belong in a hotel! I hope the new owners do the right thing.
Written September 11, 2022
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Corinne L
Elizabethtown, NC41 contributions
Apr 2021 • Couples
My husband and I thought the cost was very expensive, $25.00 per person, to see 1 male lion, 1 black leopard, 1 bengal, and 1 white bengal.
Dolphins- just watched trainers feed them. There was no narration by staff.
Glad to say we went but not worth the wait expense.
Dolphins- just watched trainers feed them. There was no narration by staff.
Glad to say we went but not worth the wait expense.
Written April 24, 2021
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Moved2Texas
Austin, TX2,525 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
This attraction is a nice place to bring kids and is probably worth the price of admission if you are bringing little ones. The dolphins were fun to watch and they have some nice displays that explain facts about the dolphins.
The tigers are beautiful and in interesting enclosures. I think the cachet of the old Siegfried and Roy show attract people to this site, but I left thinking “That’s it?”
While a nice spot, there is not much there there.
The tigers are beautiful and in interesting enclosures. I think the cachet of the old Siegfried and Roy show attract people to this site, but I left thinking “That’s it?”
While a nice spot, there is not much there there.
Written January 28, 2020
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Noah S
Soldotna, AK65 contributions
Mar 2021
Went with our toddler to the Secret Garden and Dolphin habitat. The dolphins were very active and the staff engaged the dolphins during our stay by feeding them. The dolphins swam around and played with balls that were in the water. The lions and tigers were sleeping during our visit and were not moving around much. The lion was perched up in an elevated structure and was quite majestic to see. The weather was a little chilly when we arrived and although there are coverings from the sun and rain, it is still outside and recommend having warm clothing for colder days.
Written March 29, 2021
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They have some young dolphins so these would be captive bred. As long as this has been open, i would guess that most if not all of them are captive bred.
Written January 25, 2021
What is seating for show? I cannot find a seating chart/map.
Written September 14, 2019
No set seats. Just sit anywhere along the rows.
Written September 15, 2019
Has anyone done the dolphin trainer for day could you tell me a bit more what’s included and how long it goes on for thanks
Written July 17, 2019
I have seen some added participation and the guests are right up with the Dolphins, touching, feeding. I would suggest you call the exhibit and find out directly from them the extent of your participation. Have fun.
Written July 18, 2019
I need to know the cost of the dolphins training day and to swim with the dolphins. Coming in May 2019 to Las Vegas and really want to know the cost. Thank you so much.
Written March 10, 2019
We did not do the dolphin encounter. You can go to the hotels website and check or phone the hotel and ask.
Written March 11, 2019
If i had to pick one, this one or Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay?
Written February 25, 2019
They are two totally different sites but I would go with Shark Reef
Written September 10, 2019
how long would it take to tour the Secret Garden? Is there a scheduled marine life show time as well that I should factor into my visit time? thanks
Written April 14, 2018
You could walk through as fast or slow as you want. We looked around for about an hour, but could easily see everything in like 20 min. They have specific times for the shows, and we stopped to watch the dolphin performance for a few minutes, but didn’t hang out long.
I’m not sure about specific times.
Written April 14, 2018
Hi, I have been looking at the different experiences you can book. but I don't know what each one includes. I want to swim with the dolphins if thats possible. But which experience do I then need to book? All the reviews says its a great day but I can't seem to find any that say what experiences they actually chose? Thanks
Written April 4, 2017
I did the vip tour which included a very informative tour including the opportunity to feed the dolphins and take. Picture with one but not the swimming. The vip tour is much more affordable and definitely worth the cost. I couldn’t say whether the trainer for a day experience is as well.
Written September 19, 2018
Hi, can you actually swim with the dolphins. Coming over in April. Do we have to book in advance?
Thanks
Written February 9, 2017
The website shows dolphin experiences (some in the water) are available at different price ranges.
Written February 9, 2017
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