Ahoy there, Allison! Welcome to planDisney! If you are looking for information on Port Adventures, your
advance booking window must be opening soon! That is always one of my favorite parts of planning a Disney Cruise Line vacation.
If the Mouseketeers in your family are doing the
Dolphin and Manatee Encounter in a National Park All Inclusive (CZ04), you will need to book the observer option
Day at Chankanaab National Park (CZ25). This Port Adventure occurs at Dolphin Discovery. The observer option you asked about takes place at Dolphinaris, which is a different place. If you want to go to Dolphinaris instead, the Port Adventures are
Dolphin Swim at the Dolphinaris - All Inclusive (CZ38) and
Dolphin Kids at Dolphinaris - All Inclusive (CZ39).
With the Day at Chankanaab National Park, you will be able to observe from an unshaded area about 90-110 feet away. You will also be able to see a Sea Lion Presentation, explore an archaeological site, and other fun activities.
Allison, I hope this helps you plan for your Port Adventures. If you have any other questions, my
planDisney pals and I are here to help. Sail back to visit us anytime.
Just keep swimming,
JoVonn