Swim with Dolphins and Sea Lions in Puerto Vallarta


Brace yourself for the adventure of a lifetime at our Marine Mammal Center in 

! Turn your dreams into reality as you share wonderful moments with dolphins and sea lions. 

Led by our passionate team of Marine Mammal Specialists, you’ll not only witness the intelligence and charm of these extraordinary creatures but also actively engage with them in a hands-on, interactive experience. Make memories you’ll never forget with our dolphin and sea lion encounters!

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40 Min

0 - 3 hours

Swimming with Dolphins in Puerto Vallarta



Imagine swimming alongside some of the world’s most intelligent and graceful marine mammals. Our Puerto Vallarta swim with dolphins signature experience allows you to interact closely with these amazing animals in a safe and welcoming environment.



Our Dolphin Signature Experience offers a wonderful opportunity to connect with our family of Pacific Bottlenose dolphins. Enjoy close contact and meaningful interaction, fostering a deeper connection with the dolphin while participating in learning activities and up-close interactions with these fascinating creatures at our world-class Marine Mammal Center.



During an informative educational session, discover the incredible biological features and social behaviors of dolphins with the guidance of our Marine Mammal Specialists. Our experts will provide you with interesting facts and share their knowledge regarding this fascinating species.



The Marine Mammal Center, located within Vallarta Adventures, is a tropical oasis featuring first-class facilities, ideal for experiencing a fun and educational adventure like no other.



Marine Mammal Specialists have carefully designed our Dolphin Signature Experience to ensure the utmost respect for the dolphins and their habitat, prioritizing their well-being while providing an exceptional experience for you.

Create lasting memories as you join our dolphin family and become part of the pod with the Dolphin Signature Swim in Puerto Vallarta.

Discover dolphins’ unique behaviors and communication skills as our animal care specialists guide you through an exciting, educational adventure at our renowned Marine Mammal Center, one of the best places to swim with dolphins in Puerto Vallarta.

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Swim With Dolphins: Signature Experience

Moderate

Min. 8 years old

1 Hour

Swim with Dolphins & Learn Everything About Them!


Learn about dolphin behavior, social dynamics, and communication from our animal care specialists. Discover how dolphins use clicks and whistles, and see their intelligence in action. The experience is both fun and educational, suitable for children and adults.

Of course, you'll do much more than just learn and watch the fascinating behaviors of dolphins from the sidelines during this mesmerizing experience. Enter the water and feel the adrenaline as you swim with the opportunity to wear a mask to appreciate the dolphins from the surface.

Dive to enjoy the fantastic experience of swimming with dolphins, and embark on an incredible underwater experience. You'll have the opportunity to hug the dolphins, feel their smooth skin, and swim with them as if you were part of the pod.




Meet a Sea Lion, Too!


After the thrilling dolphin swim, the excitement continues with a fantastic sea lion encounter. One of our Marine Mammal Specialists will introduce you to the sea lion’s fascinating physiology and behaviors, and then it’s time to get up close and personal!

These animals are full of personality and love to have fun, so be ready to play around with your new flippered friend. Their wonderful expressiveness and amusing gestures are sure to steal your heart and send you into peals of laughter!

If you enjoy meeting and learning about marine mammals, you can check out our Trainer For A Day, which gives you a closer and personal look at this incredible world!

Experience a thrilling dolphin swim in Puerto Vallarta, complete with exclusive free swimming, with the opportunity to wear a mask to appreciate the dolphins from the surface, and a memorable sea lion encounter. This unique adventure lets you interact with friendly dolphins and sea lions in a safe, accredited setting.

Swim, snorkel, and learn alongside Pacific Bottlenose dolphins as you observe their natural behaviors and communication up close. After your dolphin experience, enjoy a playful encounter with our sea lions—interactive, fun, and unforgettable.

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Premium Swim with Dolphins & Sea Lions

Min. 1 year old

20 Min

Dolphin Encounters for the Whole Family



Our Dolphin Encounter is a perfect activity for the entire family, including toddlers. As part of the added value we offer to our guests, children between 1 and 4 years old have complimentary access!

Guided by our dedicated Marine Mammal Specialists, you will learn about the anatomy, intelligence, and behavior of these beautiful creatures. This informative introduction sets the stage for an exciting and educational dolphin encounter.

Regardless of the age or swimming abilities of everyone in your group, our special shallow water platform ensures that everyone can participate in this extraordinary experience.

You'll be able to stroke their soft skin, admire them up close, share a hug, and perhaps even get a smooch! Don't miss the opportunity to create wonderful memories that will last a lifetime.

Learn all about dolphins and experience the magic of interacting closely with them in small groups during our unforgettable Dolphin Encounter in Puerto Vallarta. 

Perfect for the entire family, including children as young as 1-year-old, this endearing experience allows you to connect and bond with dolphins in the safe environment of a shallow platform. No swimming skills are required to enjoy the Best Dolphin Encounter in Puerto Vallarta!



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Dolphin Encounter

Min. 4 years old

20 Minutes

Kid-Friendly Dolphin Encounter in Puerto Vallarta


Make your little one’s vacation dreams come true with our Dolphin Kids program! Watch as they splish splash with one of our Pacific Bottlenose dolphins from our shallow water pool under the supervision of our highly-trained Marine Mammal Specialists.

You won’t want to miss the opportunity to watch as your kids smile, laugh, pet, and play with our dolphins! As they safely interact with these magnificent marine mammals, they’ll learn all about their unique vocalizations, social capabilities, and pod dynamics in a fun and engaging setting.

Plus, your little ones will learn all about the importance of conservation efforts and sustainability, ensuring a well-rounded experience for all!

This is an unforgettable hands-on learning opportunity designed especially for younger children to have fun and learn more about dolphins in a small group setting. And don’t worry, no swimming skills are needed to participate in this kid-friendly dolphin encounter!

Watch as your little one swims, plays, and learns about dolphins during our unforgettable Dolphin Kids experience! Ignite their adventurous spirit and make memories to last a lifetime as kids aged 4-9 pet, play, and hug our dolphins during this kid-friendly dolphin encounter. Parents can watch from our designated observation area, capturing cute photo souvenirs and smiles you’ll cherish forever!

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Dolphin Kids

30 Minutes

Meet & Interact with Dolphins in Puerto Vallarta


Unlock the secrets of dolphin communication, guided by our dedicated Marine Mammal Specialists who have forged deep bonds with these extraordinary creatures. Step into our specially designed habitat for an up-close and personal experience with our friendly dolphins.

During this experience, frolic, dance, and swim alongside them, creating unforgettable memories that’ll last a lifetime. You can even share a wet dolphin kiss or give their slippery flippers a nice high-five! Dare to plunge deeper with the opportunity to wear a mask to appreciate the dolphins from the surface. 

Our Dolphin Adventure is perfect for all ages (over 5 yrs). No swimming skills are required!

Entering the water and seeing how a friendly dolphin approaches to play with you is an experience that you will never forget. You’ll learn fun and interesting facts about Pacific Bottlenose dolphins. 

Enjoy the wonderful company of a dolphin swimming near you, receive affectionate dolphin kisses, experience the floating embrace of a dolphin, fostering a sense of comfort and closeness, and have lots of hands-on fun that will create cherished memories for your entire family.


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Dolphin Adventure

Meet friendly Sea Lions in Puerto Vallarta


Experience the thrill of spending quality time with an adorable sea lion! With our Sea Lion Encounter in Puerto Vallarta, you'll discover interesting facts about these friendly mammals and have incredibly fun moments interacting closely with them.

Get fascinating insights into the lives of sea lions from our Animal Care Specialists, who will share their knowledge and passion for these incredible animals. Learn about their physiology, feeding habits, and behaviors before entering the shallow waters of their habitat.

No swimming skills are required to enjoy this extraordinarily fun family experience, perfect for sharing wonderful moments together!

You would never imagine how expressive and playful sea lions are until you live closely with them. Our Sea Lion Encounter is a fun experience specially designed for small groups, where you'll have the opportunity to interact with these intelligent marine mammals.

Our Animal Care Experts will provide you with interesting and fun facts about their anatomy, behaviors, and natural habitat. This is undoubtedly one of the best family activities to do in Puerto Vallarta!

Sea Lion Encounter

Min. 12 years old

5 Hours

3 - 5 hours

Work alongside Marine Mammal Specialists For a Day in Puerto Vallarta



If you're passionate about dolphins and sea lions and have always dreamt of a closer, more personal encounter with them, our Trainer for a Day program is the ideal choice. You'll engage in exhilarating water activities with marine mammals, gaining unique insights and memories that will last a lifetime.

As a Marine Mammal Apprentice, you’ll learn how to train firsthand from our expert Marine Mammal Specialists at our Dolphin Center in Puerto Vallarta. Throughout a fun-filled day, you’ll experience everything from feeding to learning behavioral training techniques. Plus, you’ll also receive a complimentary lunch, an exclusive Trainer for a Day t-shirt, and a Diploma!

During this experience, not only will you learn everything about marine mammals and how to communicate with them, but you’ll also get to participate in our three most popular interactive programs: Dolphin Signature Swim, Dolphin Adventure, and Sea Lion Encounter.

Dolphin Trainer for a Day is the perfect blend of educational enrichment and interactive fun, creating a unique opportunity to interact with these remarkable mammals.

Immerse yourself in the whimsical world of dolphins and sea lions as you become a Trainer for a Day, gathering first-hand knowledge from our experienced Marine Mammal Specialists. In this once-in-a-lifetime experience, you’ll participate in an interesting behind-the-scenes visit to our Marine Mammal Center and get familiar with the way we provide care to our marine mammals. As part of this full-day activity, you’ll swim with dolphins and enjoy fun interactions with sea lions. This is the ultimate activity for marine animal lovers!

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Marine Mammal Trainer for a Day

Experience the Ultimate Private Dolphin Swim in Puerto Vallarta



Curious about swimming with dolphins in Puerto Vallarta? Our Private Dolphin Swim is your ticket to an unforgettable adventure! Perfect for couples, families, moms-to-be, and small groups of friends, this immersive experience lets you dive into the amazing world of dolphins.

Learn about their unique personalities, share an enchanting moment swimming alongside them, and even receive a playful kiss. Our Marine Mammal Center in Puerto Vallarta is the perfect place to enjoy a truly magical and once-in-a-lifetime encounter.



A Fully Customized Dolphin Swim




At Vallarta Adventures, we aim to craft a Private Dolphin Swim experience that's as unique as you are! 

Dive into the thrill of gliding alongside these magnificent creatures, let them make you feel part of their pod, or quench your curiosity with insights from our passionate, dedicated Marine Mammal specialists. We're here to make your private dolphin encounter uniquely yours!

Interested in other private, customized experiences? We also offer private sailboat and yacht charters in Puerto Vallarta.



Discover the Fascinating Intelligence of Dolphins



Engage with Pacific Bottlenose dolphins like never before on our private dolphin experience in Puerto Vallarta! Learn from the dolphins themselves as they reveal their unique personalities, eating habits, vocalizations, social dynamics, and so much more.



Memories to Cherish Forever



Our skilled photographers will capture all the special moments you share with your new dolphin friend, allowing you to fully enjoy your time bonding and playing with them. These beautiful photos of your Private Dolphin Swim are perfect for framing and sharing on social media. Keep the adventure alive even after you’ve returned home!

Create memories that’ll last a lifetime with our one-of-a-kind exclusive Private Dolphin Swim in Puerto Vallarta! Dive into a world of wonder as you uncover fascinating insights into the exciting lives of our Pacific Bottlenose dolphins. 

Get ready to forge an extraordinary connection with these majestic creatures in an intimate, tailor-made experience just for you.