Dolphin figurines are so cliche and unoriginal. If you’re looking for unique dolphin gifts then this gift guide is for you.
Growing up, after being introduced to Lisa Frank stickers, I became obsessed with dolphins. I was so drawn to them, that I began collecting and buying things with dolphins on them. Friends and family gave me dolphin presents on my birthdays and special occasions because they knew how much I loved them.
To this day, I still love anything with dolphins so I found some of the coolest dolphin merchandise you can get yourself, your family, or your friends.
As a dolphin enthusiast myself, I’ve chosen dolphin-themed gifts which I would want to receive myself. They’re beautiful, useful and some are even one of its kind!
From gift ideas for your home to personalized gifts, this list will have everything you need to make any dolphin lover happy.
Here are the 28 best dolphin gift ideas you will dolphin-ately love.
Unique dolphin gift ideas for the home
Here are some of the most beautiful and unique dolphin home decor and accessories you can get for yourself, your family, or a friend. These dolphin presents are wonderful to be given during a housewarming, wedding, anniversary, or any holiday for that matter.
1. Dolphin Theme Beach Wall Art
Transform a boring room with this metal dolphin wall decor. This stunning art piece is laser cut from gauge steel and powder coated to resist rust, so you can hang it indoors and outdoors. Place it in your bedroom, living room, dining room, kitchen, or even office to show how much you love dolphins.
2. Dolphin glass-top end table
This exquisite glass-top coffee end table features a pair of dolphins jumping out of the ocean. It will add character to a beach or coastal-inspired interior design. The dolphin-themed table will look beautiful in any dolphin-lovers home.
3. Dolphin ceramic planter
Bring some life into your space with these beautiful dolphin ceramic planter pot. This decorative pot is ideal to hold small plants like succulents and cacti. The contemporary, simple and clean look of this dolphin plant pot will fit perfectly on any desk, shelf, or window sill. Any plant mom or dad will love this adorable dolphin gift.
4. Drinking dolphin wine bottle holder
This whimsical dolphin wine bottle holder is a charming addition to any tropical, beach, or dolphin collection. Store your wine bottle in this decorative dolphin holding your bottle. Wine is not included so make sure to have a bottle of wine delivered to your doorstep each month.
5. Dolphin wine glass
Enjoy sipping wine from this wine glass with a dolphin inside. Any wine and dolphin lover would dolphin-ately love using this fun glass. This unique dolphin merchandise is a great present for housewarming, weddings, engagements, or any celebratory occasion.
6. Dolphin salt and pepper shaker set
This dolphin salt and pepper shaker can be a fun addition to a dolphin lover’s dining table or kitchen! Rising from the deep blue sea, this friendly dolphin rides the waves to deliver the spices for your next meal.
7. Dolphin mosaic
This dolphin mosaic features four dolphins playing in the ocean. Handmade using tiles, this artwork can be used on floors, walls, or tabletops. It can also be displayed in wet places such as showers and pools. Get it as a gift for yourself or as a gift for a dolphin lover decorating their home.
8. Dolphin vinyl record wall clock
This handmade dolphin vinyl record wall clock is an excellent gift for any occasion. It will look great on any wall and is suitable for any room in your house or office! It is beautiful and also functional making it a perfect gift choice for friends and colleagues who love dolphins.
Personalized Dolphin Gifts
Give a truly unique dolphin gift by getting something customized. Here are some personalized gifts for dolphin lovers.
9. Personalized dolphin LED night light
This dolphin LED night light can be personalized with your name, personal message, or favorite phrase. Powered by 3 AA batteries or from a USB cable, the LED lamp has 16 colors you can control via a remote. The multi-colored lamp can add character to any room and makes a unique dolphin gift.
10. Personalized room sign for dolphin lovers
This personalized room sign for dolphin lovers is a unique gift for kids, teens, or even adults. The quality aluminum sign can be customized with your name or any text. It is also available in different sizes to fit a door or a wall in your beach-themed house.
11. Personalized dolphin cutting board
This personalized dolphin engraved cutting board is a unique present for dolphin lovers. Give it as a gift to a newly wedded couple, an anniversary gift for your parents, or as a gift to a boss or colleague.
12. Personalized dolphin metal art
Transform a boring room with this fun dolphin wall decor. This unique art piece set will bring some character into your living space. You can even customize it with your name. Place it in your bedroom, living room, dining room, kitchen, or even office to show how much you love dolphins.
Gifts for dolphin lovers
If you are looking for gifts for dolphin lovers, then here are some wonderful dolphin themed gifts you can get them. These dolphin gifts are affordable and appropriate for any age or gender. They are perfect to be given during birthdays, Christmas and for no reason at all.
13. Dorsal dolphin bracelet
Help save and support dolphins by wearing this dolphin cord bracelet from Dorsal Bracelets. Choose from various cord colors like blue, red, black and even rainbow to match your style and personality. By purchasing this beautiful bracelet, you are helping remove 1 pound of ocean plastic. Each month, 15% of net profits are also donated to Empower Eco, Coralive, and The Ocean Agency to fund coral restoration and aid in ocean conservation.
Use the coupon code: DIVERBLISS to get a 15% discount on your first order.
14. Dolphin Ceramic Cup
Start your day right by having your morning coffee in this dolphin ceramic cup. This cup has a dolphin in the bottom that is slowly revealed as you drink. It will surely bring a smile to your face and to anyone who’s having tea or coffee with you.
15. Dolphin wooden puzzle
Challenge your mind with this dolphin wooden jigsaw puzzle. If you are looking for an educational and fun gift, this unique puzzle is an awesome choice for any adult or children at heart. It can provide many hours of fun and entertainment for any dolphin and puzzle enthusiast.
16. Bottlenose dolphin anatomy sweatshirt
Dolphin nerds rejoice! Here is a dolphin anatomy sweatshirt you would love to wear. Spark some conversation by wearing this comfy top featuring a dolphin’s anatomy. This is perfect to be worn for a casual night out or while lounging at home. Get one as a gift for scuba divers, marine scientists, oceanographers, ocean lovers, and of course, whale lovers!
17. Tribal dolphin microfiber round beach towel
This tribal dolphin microfiber towel is perfect to use for the beach, a picnic, or poolside. Enjoy a day out under the sun lounging on this soft and absorbent towel blanket. You can also use it as a bed throw or bath towel at home. This towel is a practical gift for beach lovers.
18. Dolphin Paint by Numbers kit
If you can’t spend the day outdoors searching for dolphins, why not spend it at home with something equally therapeutic- painting! You don’t need to have an art degree to be a professional to enjoy this unique dolphin present. Suitable for all skills levels, a dolphin paint by numbers kit can be enjoyed by anyone in your family.
Dolphin gifts for him
Here are some cool dolphin gifts for men, grooms, fathers, boyfriends, brothers, husbands, or any male figures in your life. These dolphin-themed gifts are perfect for Father’s day, anniversaries, birthdays, special occasions, business partnerships, Christmas, and more!
19. Types of Dolphin t-shirt
This Types of Dolphin t-shirt is a lovely gift for men or women who love whales. The classic fit shirt features 8 different types of dolphins! Any ocean scientist, marine biologist, ocean advocate, or whale enthusiast will love wearing this fun and educational shirt.
20. Dolphin cufflinks
These dolphin cufflinks are the perfect accessory for your ocean-loving man. This dolphin present can be worn for formal wear or business attire to give any man a polished look. Allow them to show their personality even when it’s time to be prim and proper.
21. Kanu Surf Boys dolphin beach swim shorts
Wear these dolphin swim trunks as you splash in the ocean or while lounging by the pool. These SPF50+ swimming trunks feature an elasticized waistband with drawstring closure and a fun dolphin print. Available in adult and kids sizes, dad and son can wear matching swim shorts while they look out for dolphins from the seashore.
For more gift ideas for men, check out my post on Best Scuba Diving Gifts for Him.
Dolphin gifts for her
Here are some unique dolphin gifts for the women in your life. Your mom, sister, girlfriend, best friend will love these dolphin-inspired presents. Make Mother’s days, birthdays, anniversaries, Valentine’s days, or Christmases more special by giving these thoughtful dolphin gifts for her.
22. Atlantic spotted dolphin top and leggings
This 100% chlorine, sun, saltwater, and sunscreen resistant Atlantic spotted dolphin reversible top and leggings gives you support while diving, swimming, surfing, and more. This outfit is a wonderful gift for women who scuba dive or have an active lifestyle. It is made with a quick-dry moisture-wicking and breathable fabric so you can wear it all day long as you search for dolphins in the vast oceans.
23. Chala dolphin crossbody cellphone purse
The Chala sweet messenger bag is a practical and stylish dolphin gift for women always on the go. It is the right size to carry all your valuables around town. The teal dolphin-themed bag is made with vegan leather to guarantee that no animals were harmed in making this fun and whimsical bag.
24. Dancing dolphin necklace
This beautiful realistic dolphin necklace will look great on any woman who loves dolphins. Made of solid sterling silver and brilliant-cut cubic zirconia, this necklace will truly make any woman feel loved and treasured.
For more ideas on what jewelry to get whale shark lovers, check out this article on the most beautiful ocean jewelry.
Dolphin conservation gift ideas
If you are looking for gifts that help dolphins, here are some dolphin conservation gifts you can check out! These are some of the cool eco-friendly gifts you can get dolphin lovers.
25. Atlantic spotted dolphin sunsuit
This Atlantic spotted dolphin sunsuit was designed by Waterlust, one of the amazing companies that help save our ocean. They make swimwear as a conversation piece to engage others in learning more about the ocean. When you purchase this swimsuit inspired by the mottled complexion of the Atlantic spotted dolphin, Stenella frontalis, 10% of profits go to the Bahamas Marine Mammal Research Organisation.
26. 4Ocean dolphin 2-pound pack bracelet
4Ocean is on a mission to stop plastic pollution that can kill dolphins. The 4Ocean white-sided dolphins bracelets are made with a cord from recycled plastic, beads from recycled glass, and a stainless steel 4Ocean tag. When you purchase a 2-pack recycled bracelet, 4Ocean will remove 2 pounds of plastic waste that can potentially be ingested by dolphins!
If you love wearing or giving bracelets for a cause, check out this list of bracelets that support ocean conservation, including the protection of whales!
27. Adopt a Dolphin
Did you know that you can adopt dolphins? While you can’t take them home, you can symbolically adopt a dolphin through non-profit organizations like Oceans Initiative. Your donation goes towards supporting research and protecting dolphins. When you adopt a Pacific white-sided dolphin, you will receive a personalized adoption certificate, a photograph and the story of your dolphin, a dolphin sticker, and updates on future sightings of your dolphin and its pod. You have an option to adopt for one year, two years, or for life as a present for yourself or for a dolphin lover that you know.
For more dolphin adoption options, read my post on 10 Best Adopt a Dolphin Programs You Should Support
28. Track a dolphin bracelet
Discover the wonders of the ocean with Fahlo’s Dolphin Tracking Bracelet! Follow the incredible journey of dolphins on an exclusive tracking map. Not only does this unique bracelet provide an enchanting experience, but it also supports the Marine Conservation Ecology Lab that contribute to the preservation of these magnificent creatures.
Read my Fahlo track a dolphin bracelet review to learn more
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