Dolphin Encounter
- Shallow Water Program Designed for Non-Swimmers
- Short but Informative Orientation About the Dolphins Behavior and Biology
- One-On-One Interaction With Our Pacific Bottlenose Dolphins in Waist-Deep Water
- Get Acquainted With the Dolphins, Touch Then, Hug Them, and Communicate With Them Using Hand Signals
- Ideal for Kids and People Who Are Not Comfortable in Deeper Waters
People everywhere are fascinated with the friendliness and curiosity of dolphins. Learn about these intriguing marine mammals and meet our bottlenose dolphins from the safety of a platform from which you can interact and play with them.
Dolphins are among the most beloved creatures on earth and we would like to offer you the opportunity to get to know and interact with our friendly and playful bottlenose dolphins. Our dolphin center is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to research and education on dolphins and other marine mammals and we always have the best interest of our animals in mind to maintain a fun and safe environment for both our animals and our visitors. CIf you are not quite ready to get into the water all the way, this is the tour for you and we assure you that these 60 minutes will be an unforgettable experience. During the informative segment, our professional dolphin trainers will tell you about the dolphins' physiology, anatomy, environment, and behavior.
Learn about training techniques and signals before we invite you to get into our educational pool to try out the signals and interact with the dolphins for 15 minutes. You will be lowered into waist-deep water on a platform and the dolphins will swim up to you to wave and kiss you! Feel their skin and pet them.
We guarantee that you will never forget this wonderful experience. We make sure that groups are kept small to maintain an intimate atmosphere.
Q: May I bring a camera or video camera to take pictures?
A: Cameras are not allowed into the pools or observation areas for your safety, for the dolphins safety and the safety of the equipment but professional photos will be available for purchase after your experience.
It is your responsibility to make sure you are aware of and understand all restrictions pertaining to this tour before booking online or over the phone. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are medically qualified and within any limits listed below in order to participate in this activity. No refunds will be given to those who reserve a spot and can not participate due to the restrictions listed below. For more information please read our cancellation policy and terms and conditions page or call our staff with any questions regarding your ability to participate.
Restrictions
- Encounters take place in Nuevo Vallarta only, guests in Puerto Vallarta will need to travel to this location.
- Infants between 1-4 years old are FREE when accompanied by a paying adult (16 or older).
- Each Child 5-11 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult (16 or older. 1 adult per child).
- Child prices applies to children ages 5 to 11.
- Cameras are only allowed in the guest observation area.
- No jewelry or sunscreen allowed.
- Lifejackets are available upon request.
- Each dolphin program is unique and based upon our groups, trainers and dolphins.
- All of our programs are designed with our dolphins wellbeing in mind.
- Expecting mothers are restricted.