Is this experience ethical and safe for the animals?

The program is conducted by Dolphin Discovery, a licensed marine interaction facility operating within Dreams Resort. All interactions follow established protocols for animal welfare, with trained staff supervising encounters. Manatees and dolphins are accustomed to respectful human contact in controlled environments.

Do I need to know how to swim?

No prior swimming experience is required. Flotation devices are provided, and trained guides remain with you throughout. The experience takes place in shallow, controlled lagoon areas within the resort.

What's included in the 2-hour session?

The experience includes a safety briefing, direct swimming and kayaking with dolphins, manatee interaction, dorsal tow and foot push activities, educational commentary about marine mammals, and time for photos and personal moments with the animals.

Can young children participate?

Yes; children ages 3+ can participate with adult supervision. An accompanying adult must enter the water with children under a certain age (verify with operator). Some activities may be modified based on child height and swimming ability.

Bring a towel, change of clothes, reef-safe sunscreen, and a waterproof camera if you want personal photos. Wet suits and flotation aids are provided. Avoid jewelry and bring minimal valuables, as they're better left in your resort room.

Is this available year-round?

Yes, the facility operates year-round, though conditions are best during the dry season (November–April) when water visibility is highest and weather most predictable.

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Puerto Aventuras, Mexico

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About this activity

Swim and interact directly with dolphins and manatees at this exclusive marine facility nestled within Dreams Puerto Aventuras resort. This 2-hour experience combines hands-on encounters—including kayaking alongside dolphins, dorsal tows, and foot pushes—with educational insights into these gentle marine mammals in a tropical jungle setting.

Dolphin Discovery se encuentra localizado en el hotel Dreams Hotel & Spa en el corazón de Puerto Aventuras, una pintoresca villa con marina propia y exclusivo centro turístico. Rodeado de playas y la exótica vegetación de la jungla, es un lugar tranquilo, ideal para descansar y relajarse. Exclusivo en todo Quintana Roo, no sólo por sus increíbles instalaciones sino por las actividades interactivas con delfines que puedes realizar, como andar en ¡kayaks! una experiencia totalmente nueva ya que los delfines juegan y nadan alrededor de ti. Este programa también incluye interacción con manatíes, los mamíferos marinos más tiernos y dóciles a pesar de su gran tamaño.

Entre todas las actividades, podrás darle besos al delfín o sentir su piel al acariciarlos. Te llevarán a dar un paseo a toda velocidad a través del agua durante el Dorsal Tow y después, los delfines te impulsarán de la planta de tus pies para empujarte sobre la superficie del agua en el famoso Foot Push. Aprenderás todo sobre los mamíferos marinos durante tu interacción.

Highlights

✓Kayak alongside playful dolphins in shallow waters
✓Dorsal tow: ride at speed while holding a dolphin's fin
✓Foot push experience: dolphins propel you across the water surface
✓Hands-on interaction with manatees, the Caribbean's gentlest marine mammals
✓Kiss and pet dolphins during close personal moments
✓Learn marine mammal biology from expert guides

Insider tips

★Arrive early to avoid peak afternoon heat and get better water conditions for photography
★Wear reef-safe sunscreen; standard sunscreen can harm marine life
★Bring a waterproof camera or GoPro—staff can't guarantee photo capture during active swims

Good to know

•2-hour total duration includes briefing, interaction, and photo time
•Suitable for ages 3+; children must be accompanied by an adult in water
•Meeting point: Dreams Puerto Aventuras resort marine facility (private marina entrance)
•Bring a towel and change of clothes; provided wet suits available
•No prior swimming experience required; flotation aids provided if needed

Who it's for

Families with children seeking interactive wildlife experiencesAdventure seekers wanting unique water sports with marine animalsMarine enthusiasts interested in dolphin and manatee behaviorCouples and small groups looking for memorable tropical activities

Best time to visit

Visit during dry season (November–April) for calmest waters and clearest visibility. Early morning slots (8–10 AM) offer cooler temperatures and fewer crowds.

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Reviews

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Greg H.

Jun 2026

our guide Nadia really knew their stuff and a stingray half-buried in the sand was the highlight, and first thing in the morning, tbh

Sam D.

Mar 2026

our guide Amani had so many stories and a whole school of parrotfish was the highlight, and used it for our summer trip.

Kev F.

Feb 2026

our guide Jonas had so many stories and the cenote that was freezing but unreal was the highlight, and honestly better than the snorkel trip we did in Cancun last year.

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