Will You Adopt a Dolphin in Need?

Even since Dolphin Project’s humble beginnings back in 1970, our mission was to educate the public about captivity and, where feasible, retire and/or release captive dolphins. And for the past 50 years we’ve done just that.

I cannot describe our pride when, in 2019, we established the Umah Lumba Rehabilitation, Release and Retirement Center in West Bali, Indonesia – the world’s first permanent dolphin rehabilitation, release and retirement facility for formerly performing dolphins. The project was a complex undertaking involving multiple, local partners but I am pleased to report that we are well underway in providing a safe and healing environment for our first rescued dolphins.

Rocky, Rambo and Johnny socializing in the healing waters of the Umah Lumba Center, West Bali, Indonesia. Credit: DolphinProject.com

Captured in the Java Sea, Rocky, Rambo and Johnny, for several years were incarcerated in a shallow, heavily chlorinated swimming pool in North Bali. Since their relocation to the Umah Lumba Center, they have benefited from a robust rehabilitation program and continue to undergo regular evaluation towards a possible release.

I’m sure you can imagine how excited I am to invite you to participate in Dolphin Project’s first-ever Adopt A Dolphin program. Alongside us, you can help ensure our three rescued dolphins continue to receive 24/7 round-the-clock care, where our team is committed to making the dolphins’ lives as natural and independent as possible.

ADOPT ROCKY

When Rocky was violently captured in the Java Sea several years ago, he lost everything that makes life worth living for a dolphin. Rocky spent several years incarcerated in a shallow, heavily chlorinated swimming pool at the Melka Excelsior Hotel in North Bali, which took a heavy toll on his well-being. Since we rescued Rocky in 2019, here, in the crystal-clear waters of the Umah Lumba Center, he is once again enjoying the natural rhythms and sounds of the sea. Rocky is benefitting from the healing properties of natural sea water and is gaining weight and strength. Our 24/7 expert team of veterinarians and caregivers are currently evaluating Rocky for possible release. Adopt Rocky today to help provide for his care!

WHAT YOU’LL GET

Rocky Adopt A Dolphin package

With a recommended minimum donation of $25, you’ll get a personalized adoption certificate for Rocky (its beautiful artwork suitable for framing), gorgeous underwater photos which are perfect for adorning all your electronic devices, Rocky’s biography, Dolphin Facts, a Dolphin Warrior booklet and quarterly updates about Rocky!

ADOPT RAMBO

Rambo was torn from his family and pod members in the Java Sea during a violent capture several years ago. He was confined to a shallow chlorinated swimming pool at the Melka Excelsior Hotel in North Bali for the purposes of entertaining crowds of tourists during loud theatrical performances. Since rescuing Rambo in 2019, here, at the Umah Lumba Center, he is enjoying the healing benefits of natural sea water and the ability to dive and swim. Rambo is a younger dolphin who appears to be in good health, highly energetic and full of life. Our 24/7 expert team of veterinarians and caregivers are currently evaluating Rambo for possible release. Adopt Rambo today to help provide for his care!

WHAT YOU’LL GET

Rambo Adopt A Dolphin package

With a recommended minimum donation of $25, you’ll get a personalized adoption certificate for Rambo (its beautiful artwork suitable for framing), gorgeous underwater photos which are perfect for adorning all your electronic devices, Rambo’s biography, Dolphin Facts, a Dolphin Warrior booklet and quarterly updates about Rambo!

ADOPT JOHNNY

Captured in the Java Sea, Indonesia, Johnny is an older dolphin who lived several years in isolation inside a shallow swimming pool at the Melka Excelsior Hotel in North Bali. Harmful chemicals added to the water hurt Johnny’s eyes so badly, he went blind. In addition, Johnny has no teeth left, and his right pectoral fin has been permanently damaged. In 2019, we rescued Johnny and transported him to the Umah Lumba Center. Under our 24/7 expert care, he has since gained weight and strength, and spends his days exploring the large sea pen, where he experiences the natural rhythms and sounds of the sea. Adopt Johnny today to help provide for his care!

WHAT YOU’LL GET

Johnny Adopt A Dolphin package

With a recommended minimum donation of $25, you’ll get a personalized adoption certificate for Johnny (its beautiful artwork suitable for framing), gorgeous underwater photos which are perfect for adorning all your electronic devices, Johnny’s biography, Dolphin Facts, a Dolphin Warrior booklet and quarterly updates about Johnny!