Dolphin Encounter: Pet & Meet Dolphins
30 min. Total
About this tour
Dolphin Encounter: Pet & Meet Dolphins in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (30 min. total). Departs from Nuevo Vallarta. Prices from $59 USD per person. Cancel up to 24 hours before for a full refund.
A first chance to meet the dolphins
There’s something truly special about meeting a dolphin in the water for the first time. As they swim toward you with curiosity and warmth, the connection is both thrilling and heartwarming—an unforgettable moment that stays with you long after it ends.
Designed for small groups and guided by our expert Marine Mammal Specialists, this program invites you into the dolphins’ world to discover how they communicate, interact, and form deep social bonds through playful behaviors and expressive body language.
Toddlers aged 1 to 4 enjoy complimentary access when accompanied by a person 16 or older, making this experience perfect for families with young children. Best of all, by joining this program, you help support vital rescue, rehabilitation, and release efforts for marine mammals across the Mexican Pacific.
Highlights
- Educational session with Marine Mammal Specialists
- Visit the Veterinary Laboratory, Fish House, and other facilities involved in the daily care of our marine mammals
- Swim with dolphins and foster meaningful connections
- Admire dolphins beneath the surface while wearing a viewing mask
- Engage in a playful sea lion encounter
Requirements
- Min. age. 1 Year old
- Toddlers (1–4 years) enter for free, but must be with a paying adult (16+). One adult per child
- Kids 12+ can join on their own
- One paying guest (+16) can go in the water with up to 3 kids, if each is at least 4 ft. tall
- Kids under 4 ft. need one paying guest (+16) per child
- Pregnant women must opt for the Private Dolphin Swim