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Dolphin Adventure

Paseo de las Palmas No. 39 | Nayarit, Nuevo Vallarta 63732, Mexico
52 (322) 297-1212
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Type: Aquariums
Owner description: Dolphin Adventure, by Vallarta Adventures, provides world- class dolphin experiences in beautiful Vallarta. Located in the Nuevo Vallarta marina, our... more » Owner description: Dolphin Adventure, by Vallarta Adventures, provides world- class dolphin experiences in beautiful Vallarta. Located in the Nuevo Vallarta marina, our dolphin center offers an unmatched facility to enjoy your marine mammal experience. Designed for guests of all ages and abilities, our award-winning dolphin and sea lion programs offer an intimate encounter and unforgettable experience with some of the ocean’s most incredible animals. During our programs, you will learn about the animals and their behaviors from our expert trainers who are passionate about marine mammals and their work. You will interact with our intelligent, gentle, and playful friends and feel the connection that is created during your encounter. We invite you to join us for the experience of a lifetime. « less
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Lockers / storage, Bathroom facilities, Wheelchair access, Baby buggy parking
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Houston
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

This was a magnificent experience, actually holding on to the dolphins' fins and swimming around the pool with them. I am definitely glad to have experienced this. The staff was very friendly and told us all about the characteristics of dolphins. The only negative is that you can't bring a camera, and the pictures they take are very expensive to... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

I had the best time in my life, it was amazing experience, the dolphins were so friendly and the staff just great. It was their job, but I saw the passion and love for the animals, it was a hobby for them not work. I have a great pictures, video from that day... Before I came to Mexico I had... More

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Tucson, Arizona
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

Great experience. The calm energy of the dolphins is legendary and you really feel it with them in the water

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Toronto, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

Had a good time, there were six of us who did the swim. We had two dolphins interacting with us for about 45 minutes, and a sea lion named Pepe for 30 minutes. The foot push was my favorite.

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Morgan Hill, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013 via mobile

What a great day! My boyfriend and I went on the Vallarta adventure dolphin encounter and we had such a blast! The only thing we would change is next time we'll upgrade to the next package for more time with the dolphins. Can't wait to do it again!

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Fort McMurray, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

We took the private dolphin swim adventure, just the four of us - my husband, daughter, mother and me. It was the highlight of our trip! Couldn't get the smiles off our faces the rest of our vacation. Our guide, Jaime, was fantastic. The swim was beyond our expectations. I highly recommend this excursion. It's not too pricey for what... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

My daughter 2 grandchildren and I did the 3 for 2 special that Vallarta Adventures is currently running. We chose the Caletas Island tour, Extreme Zip Line Adventure, and the Signature Swim with the Dolphins. Our swim with the dolphins had to be our favorite. It is so amazing to have them right up next to you. The trainers are... More

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Seattle, Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

My daughters, ages 18 & 11, loved their hour spent swimming with the dolphins! They had permanent smiles on their faces the rest of the day! What a great experience! Staff was so helpful and dolphins were exceptionally amazing!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

remember they have different package, i ask about it since i didn't know what the had a took the longest they had that we can touch them and swim with i love it but they had one that you go underwater with them i didn't know they had it if i knew i would took it so make sure to... More

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Colorado
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2013

You should do this! Loved swimming with the dolphins and sea lion named Marina. What memories! I went to this excursion with my two kids ages 13 and 18 and we cannot stop talking about our experience. I particularly enjoyed my time with Marina the sea lion. Loved the hugs and kisses from her!

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