Cabo Dolphin Encounters

Come and meet the friendliest mammals of the ocean. Get up close, kiss, shake hands/fins and learn about these magnificent creatures in this safe environment in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. This amazing dolphin encounter will leave you a lasting impression on your heart, soul and mind.

Dolphin Encounter is a unique 35 minute interactive program which allows first-time dolphin lovers the chance to have an up close and personal "encounter" with Pacific Bottlenose dolphins in the specially designed dolphin center in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.

Your experience begins with an informative introduction by the dolphin trainers that will help you understand the dolphins' anatomy, physiology, natural history and fascinating underwater communication system.

Then, accompanied by a trainer, you'll enter the specially designed educational pool where you'll have 20 minutes to examine the dolphin's physical characteristics while rubbing and petting the dolphin's smooth skin.

Dolphin Encounter for Kids gives smaller children the chance to learn about, interact and play with the family of Pacific Bottlenose dolphins in a fun and safe environment.

This special dolphin interaction program is designed to be fun, very informative and completely interactive, Dolphin Kids is a 35-minute program that starts with a poolside introduction to the family of Pacific Bottlenose dolphins. Then, under the supervision of one of the experienced dolphin trainers, kids get to spend 20 minutes touching and interacting with the dolphins on a shallow shelf in a specially designed pool.

Schedule details

Cabo Dolphin Encounters for Kids

Departure Dates:

Select a month to view a calendar of availability and departure details.

Departure Point:

The Dolphin Center is located at the Marina in Cabo San Lucas

Departure Time:

Dolphin Encounter
Monday - Friday
3:00pm

Saturday - Sunday
1:00pm

Dolphin Encounter for Kids
10:00am

Pricing information

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Tour options:

Additional information

Cabo Dolphin Encounters

Inclusions:

• Educational Presentation
• Safety Briefing
• Life Jackets
• Close Up Poolside Interaction
• Dolphin Fin Shakes
• Dolphin Kisses
• Your Dolphin Encounter will be captured and available for purchase

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (optional)
• Food and drinks
• Hotel pickup and drop off
• Photographs taken by the staff (available to purchase)

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Children aged 4-8 must be accompanied in the water by a paying adult
• If you choose the Dolphin Kids program, parents cannot participate with their children as this program is specially designed for children aged 4 - 9 years old. Parents may accompany their children to the poolside observation area for no extra charge but do not interact with the dolphins
• If you choose the Dolphin Encounter program, minimum age is 4 years
• Actual time spent in the water with the dolphins is approximately 20 minutes
• Pregnant women are allowed to participate at their own risk and only between the stages of 3 and 7 months of pregnancy
• NO jewelry or sunscreen is to be worn during the dolphin encounter
• Personal cameras and video cameras are only permitted in the observation area
• Photographers will be on hand to capture your dolphin experience, so personalized photographs are available for purchase
• It is recommend that you bring: Swimwear, towel and extra cash for additional purchases
• This is tour is unable to accept bookings from cruise passengers

Voucher Info:

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Local Operator Information:

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