Overview
Wildlife Connection offers you the opportunity to visit these fabulous animals in their natural environment and to participate in a research project that helps us understand and protect our dolphins here in Puerto Vallarta. Come with us and interact with a Bottlenose pod.
Our guides are professional biologists who will share with you their knowledge, making this excursion a once-in-a-lifetime experience! Remember that these dolphins are not confined and this is the NATURAL WAY to observe and enjoy them.
Do not contribute to capturing more dolphins! Visit them in their own environment because FREE DOLPHINS ARE HAPPY DOLPHINS!!!.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Bottled water
Carbonated beverages
Use of snorkeling equipment
Snacks
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
OPEQUIMAR is located across the street from Westin Resort in Marina Vallarta. At security gate tell them you are going for dolphins so they will let you in. Inside look for our sign with a whale and dolphin. We receive at the Azzul Marino Restaurant. Please be 10-15 min prior tour
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Su guía o capitán los estarán esperando
What to expect
The tour goes to visit a resident bottlenose dolphin group and sometimes we find spotted dolphins. There is a hydrophone on board so you have a nice chance to hear the dolphins communication.
Depending on the dolphin’s type group, activity and of course their mood we have good chances to swim with them specially if there are juveniles around (they are very curios), but we can’t guarantee the swimming as they are wild animals so it depends on them not on us.
Only during Dec-Mar we can see Humpback whales, spinner dolphins, rough toothed dolphins, giant mantas and marine turtles, and even with luck Orcas or False Orcas. Our guides are specialists in cetaceans, Biologists with Masters Degree in Marine Ecology, Science Journalist and Professional Wildlife Photographer (National Geographic magazine and Animal Planet).
We have some research programs with whales and dolphins, and during the tour we will share with you this information and you will have the opportunity to participate on our research. Your participation on our tour it’s what makes our research possible, and our research and experience helps us to GUARANTEE 100% that we can find the animals if not your money back.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Mexico City).
Additional Information
- No es recomendable para personas de mas de 7 meses de embarazo
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Watch and Swim with Dolphins in the Wild
Can I cancel Watch and Swim with Dolphins in the Wild for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
OPEQUIMAR is located across the street from Westin Resort in Marina Vallarta. At security gate tell them you are going for dolphins so they will let you in.
What's included?
- Bottled water
- Carbonated beverages
- Use of snorkeling equipment
What's not included?
- Snacks
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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