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The experience begins with curiosity: how dolphins communicate, move and interact. Guided by a marine mammal specialist, guests carry those questions into the water, where observation becomes part of the encounter. Looking beneath the surface adds another perspective, while shared moments give families and companions something to discover together.
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Educational introduction led by marine mammal specialists
Approximately 40 minutes with dolphins, including guided swimming, observation and close interactions
Viewing mask for observing underwater movements
Life jacket throughout the program
Towels and secure lockers
Wetsuits during the winter months
Optional professional photographs
Souvenir purchases
Marine Mammal Center, Av. Las Palmas 39-A, Nuevo Vallarta
Swimsuit
Sun-protective swim clothing
Extra money for optional photographs and souvenirs
Minimum age . 5 years
The brochure states that guests aged 12 and older may participate without an accompanying adult
For children under 12 who are at least 1.20 m tall, one paying accompanying guest aged 16 or older may accompany up to three children in the water
Eligibility below 1.20 m needs
Wear the provided life jacket throughout the program
Jewelry and accessories are not permitted in the dolphin habitat
Sunscreen, including biodegradable sunscreen, is not permitted . Wear sun-protective clothing
Cameras and mobile phones are not permitted during the program or inside the habitat. Cameras are permitted in designated observation areas.
This program is not suitable for pregnant guests
Discuss accessibility needs and essential personal devices before booking
Follow the specialists’ instructions throughout the experience
Arrived 45 minutes before to the meeting point
24 hours . 100 refund
Less than 12 hours . 50% refund
Less than 12 hours – No sows . No refund
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Bring your curiosity into the water
The introductory session provides a useful foundation for the encounter. Guests can ask about the sounds they hear, the movements they notice and the ways dolphins interact. Bringing a few questions makes the specialist’s explanations more personal and gives younger participants details to look for.
Observation continues between the guided activities. Watching a dolphin change direction or move beneath the surface can become a starting point for further questions, adding substance to the time spent in the habitat.
Sharing the experience as a family
Before visiting, talk through what participating will involve. Younger guests may be most interested in seeing a dolphin nearby, while adults may want to learn more about behavior or spend time observing underwater movement. Understanding those interests helps everyone approach the session with clear expectations.
Afterward, invite each person to describe something they noticed. Those small observations often provide the most useful starting point for continuing the conversation about marine life.
Allow time around the session
Keep the surrounding itinerary comfortable. Changing, retrieving belongings and deciding whether to review photographs all deserve a little room before the next reservation.
If members of your group have different levels of confidence in the water, discuss the program with the booking team beforehand. Clarifying how the session works helps each guest prepare for the visit.
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