Dolphin Royal Swim and Water Park

special offer banner Royal Swim with Dolphins and Water Park Tour in Puerto Vallarta
Excursion Highlights:
  • Take part in a Dolphin Royal Swim with two dolphins in both shallow and deep water.
  • Learn about dolphin behavior and training during a brief educational orientation.
  • Interact through close-up behaviors like a kiss, handshake, and dorsal swim-by.
  • Enjoy a fun and informative 15-minute sea lion encounter.
  • Spend the rest of the day at Aquaventuras Water Park with full admission included.
Price: $219.00   Sale Price: $169.00   Save: $50.00
Children under 10 OR under 4'6" must be accompanied by 1 paying adult (18+) per child. Children 10+ or 4'6" and over can swim on their own (with no other children), but MUST pay adult price.
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Small
Shore Excursion Type Eco, Nature
Shore Excursion Duration 1+ Hour
Activity Level ? Moderate
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? An approximately 20 to 30-minute taxi ride (not included, approximately $20 to 30 US each way) is required to reach your departure location.
Food/Beverage Provided Not Included
Recommended Dress We recommend wearing a swimsuit under comfortable clothing and shoes. A towel, sunglasses, and biodegradable sunscreen (for after the dolphin portion) is recommended. Sunblock, jewelry, watches, rings, bracelets, or any object which might scratch the dolphin is not permitted in the water with the dolphins.
Restrictions The MINIMUM AGE to participate is 8 years old. Children who are under 10 years old OR shorter than 4 feet 6 inches must be accompanied by one participating adult (18 years or older) per child. Children ages 10 years old or older OR at least 4 feet 6 inches tall can participate on their own (with no other children) when counted as an adult at booking. Pregnant women may not participate in this tour for safety reasons. You do not need to be a swimmer to participate in this program. All participants are required to wear a life jacket. Sunblock, jewelry, watches, rings, bracelets, or any object which might scratch the dolphin is not permitted in the water with the dolphins. The instructors have the final say on what can and cannot be worn in the water with the dolphins. For security reasons, personal cameras are not allowed in the water, nor in the program area. A professional photographer will be on hand to take pictures, which will be available for purchase.

Dolphin Royal Swim and Water Park

After arriving at the Aquaventuras Water Park, check in for an unforgettable family Dolphin Royal Swim. Your program begins with a short orientation led by a professional trainer, where you'll learn about dolphin anatomy, habits, and how they are trained and cared for.

You'll then step onto a submerged platform for the start of your interaction with two dolphins. In waist-deep water, you may experience a variety of close-up behaviors such as a kiss, handshake, heart touch, and the dolphin's signature smile. A professional photographer will be on hand to capture the moment.

After the platform portion, guests will take turns entering deeper water for individual interaction with the dolphins. During this time, the dolphins may swim nearby, splash, vocalize, or respond to hand signals. You may also experience a dorsal swim-by, giving you the chance to see their movement and agility up close.

This experience lasts approximately one hour, with 45 minutes of in-water time. Group size is limited to 10 guests to ensure a more personal and engaging interaction.

A 15-minute sea lion interaction is also included. This fun and educational session allows you to observe and interact with one of the ocean's most playful and curious marine animals.

The cost of the dolphin encounter includes admission to the water park for a totally fun-filled, action-packed day. You may observe someone participating in a dolphin program by paying the admission fee to the park.

Please Note: As of July 16, Mexico has amended its General Wildlife Law, which places new restrictions on certain types of dolphin interactions. Beginning September 16, the Dolphin Royal Swim at Aquaventuras will follow an updated format. On the platform, guests will enjoy an educational briefing on dolphin anatomy and habits, including their senses of smell and taste, along with activities such as Dolphin Embrace (touch/hug), Dolphin Sight (vision), and Heart to Heart (soul). In the water, guests will take turns swimming away from the platform for individual interactions where the dolphins may perform Sounds (singing), Splash, and Hand Target. The program lasts approximately 60 minutes, with a maximum of 10 guests per platform and two dolphins. Admission to Aquaventuras Park is included, along with a Meet and Greet with sea lions (out of water) and lunch from the swimmer's menu.

The tour duration reflects the dolphin interaction only. Time spent at the water park is on your own and not included in the listed duration. Transfer time to and from the park is also not included. This tour requires one participating adult for each child participant.