Ocean World Dolphin Swim

Find out why the dolphin swim is the most popular program at Ocean World! During your 30-minute encounter you'll dance, hug, pet and swim with the dolphins. Finishing with a spectacular dorsal fin tow, your dolphin encounter is assured to be the most memorable highlight of your Puerto Plata vacation!

Rarely do we get the chance to experience these intriguing mammals up close and personal. Bring the whole family for a fun packed educational day.

Your dolphin swim begins with an educational introduction presented by expert dolphin trainers. You'll learn fascinating facts about these amazing creatures and receive important safety instructions for your dolphin encounter - a must for a truly pleasurable experience.

All participants in the dolphin swim must wear life jackets (provided) to float freely on the surface, allowing the dolphins to come much closer. A maximum of 10 participants and two dolphins take part in each session, ensuring a truly personal encounter!

Other activities at Ocean World include:

• Snorkeling in the Tropical Reef Aquarium
• Swimming in Tiger Grotto
• Sea lion show, Dolphin Show, Shark Show and Bird Show
• Rainforest and bird exhibits
• Use of Dolphin Beach (beach lounge chairs included)

Combine with:

Sea Lion Encounter: Watch the playful Patagonian sea lions swim, dive, leap, bark and show off their acrobatic skills before your up-close meeting in one of the interaction pools.

Shark and Stingray Encounter: Ocean World is the only park on the planet to offer guests the chance to hold, touch, feed and swim with a small school of adult nurse sharks, under the supervision of expert trained staff. You'll also glide across the surface of a warm stingray pool with a mask and snorkel, touching the backs of these beautiful, gentle sea creatures.

Admission is included when you book an interaction program

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Schedule details

Shark Encounter at Ocean World

Departure Point:

Tour departs from most Puerto Plata, Playa Dorada, Cofresi and Maimon hotels. A surcharge is charged for passengers transferring from Sosua, Cabarette, Rio San Juan, Bahia Principe, Playa Grande and Luperon (payable direct and only available on certain days).

Departure Time:

Dolphin Swims operate on the hour, every hour, from 10:00am until 5:00pm (last program of the day)

Pricing information

Click the link below for a price quote on your preferred travel date. Our pricing is constantly updated to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible.

Additional information

Ocean World Dolphin Swim

Inclusions:

• Park admission
• Round trip bus transfers (surcharges apply for some hotels)
• 30 minute Swim with the Dolphins Program
• Use of the Aquaglide water playground
• Snorkeling in Tropical Reef Aquarium
• Use of snorkel equipment
• Swimming in Tiger Grotto
• Rainforest and Bird Exhibits
• Observation of all Dolphin and Sea Lion Interactive Programs
• Use of Dolphin Beach (beach lounge chairs included)
• Local Taxes

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (optional)
• Beverages
• Lunch (Buffet available for an additional US$14 booked and paid direct)
• Transfer Surcharge (if staying in Sosua, Cabarette, Rio San Juan, Bahia Principe, Playa Grande and Luperon)

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
• Dolphin Swim Program includes approximately 30 minutes of in-water time
• A Buffet Lunch option is available for US$14 per person. Please book the Lunch Buffet when you call to reconfirm your tour
• Please Note: Pregnant passengers are not allowed to participate in any encounter / interactive programs
• Children aged 5 years and under are not permitted to swim with the dolphins
• Children aged 12 years and under must be accompanied by a paying adult in the same session
• Youths aged 13 - 17 need parental consent to participate in the program

Itinerary:

Park Schedule (subject to change)

• 9:30am - 5:30pm: Caribbean Snorkel Reef, and the Love Bird Encounter Tropical Bird Sanctuary, all run continually throughout the day
• 9:30am: Stingray Encounter; Sea Lion Encounter
• 10:00am: Dolphin Swim and Encounter; Shark Feeding Show and Encounter
• 11:00am: Sea Lion Show; Dolphin Swim and Encounter
• 11:30am: Sea Lion Encounter
• 12:00pm: Dolphin Swim and Encounter; Stingray Encounter
• 12:30pm: Shark Feeding Show and Encounter
• 1:00pm: Dolphin Swim and Encounter
• 1:30pm: Sea Lion Encounter
• 2:00pm: Dolphin Swim and Encounter; Stingray Encounter
• 2:30pm: Shark Feeding Show and Encounter
• 3:00pm: Dolphin Swim and Encounter; Sea Lion Show
• 3:30pm: Sea Lion Encounter
• 4:00pm: Dolphin Swim and Encounter; Stingray Encounter
• 4:30pm: Shark Feeding Show and Encounter
• 5:00pm: Dolphin Swim and Encounter

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.