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SWIM WITH THE DOLPHINS IN NASSAU
 
I have learned, in the last few months, the difference between the many dolphin experiences that are promoted throughout the Caribbean. Some arrangements break my heart when I see these large mammals in a confined space. Others earn my respect. This company is a member of the Alliance of Marine Mammals Parks and Aquariums, as well as the International Marine Animal Trainers. They work hard at keeping their dolphin family content.
 
SWIM WITH THE DOLPHINS IN NASSAU If you are lucky enough to reserve a swim with the dolphins, you will enter the water where you will actually swim and play with the dolphins for 30 minutes with a small group of people. Kissing, hugging, and dancing and the incredible foot push are all part of the activities you will enjoy with your new pals. You will even be able to feed them.

Non-participants may observe those in their party who are swimming with the dolphins. There is an additional $25.00 per observer for the ferry ride from Paradise Island to Blue Lagoon. This observer fee is payable directly to the ferry and no reservations are necessary.

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Purchase the Super Combo w/ Blue Lagoon if you want to combine your dolphin swim with the Blue Lagoon Beach Day for a special discounted price! After your dolphin swim, you'll enjoy time at the beach, lunch and all of the beach toys! You must purchase either the 8:30am or 10:30am tour departure in order to have time to do the dolphin program and enjoy the beach.
SWIM WITH THE DOLPHINS IN NASSAU
 
Since we hold most of our space in the 10:30am and 1:30pm time slots, we suggest that you request these for the best chance of receiving a confirmation. Note that 3 hour trip length includes the ferry ride to and from the Blue Lagoon Island where the dolphin facility is located, but does not include time it takes for the taxi or water taxi ride to the ferry dock. Also note that it is not possible to shorten the length of this trip as the ferry boat back to Paradise Island runs at set times.
 
Traveler Reviews
7/22/2010 NASSAU, BAHAMAS...M Inman
OUR SWIM WITH THE DOLPHINS WAS BY FAR THE BEST PART OF OUR TRIP. MATTER OF FACT. THE TRAINERS WERE SUCH FUN AND PROFESSIONAL AND VERY GRAND WITH KIDS OF ALL AGES. I HAVE TOLD EVERYONE OF OUR SPLENDID EXPERIENCE WITH SHORETRIP. WE CAN NOT WAIT TO GET OUR PHOTOS FROM THE DAY WITH THE DOLPHINS, OUR CHILDREN WANT TO DO IT AGAIN. THANK YOU FOR A PERFECT DAY.
7/10/2010 NASSAU, BAHAMAS...Lena (Agent)
My clients had a great time and looked forward to their next trip to swim with the Dolphins in Nassau. Let me know if you would like a picture of them to post on you site.
5/18/2010 NASSAU, BAHAMAS...J McCluskey
I am writing to give my feedback on the Dolphin Swim in Nassau with ShoreTrips. We had our Dolphin Swim on May 18th during a Royal Carribean Cruise for my friend's wedding. The Dolphin Swim was something that a group of us really wanted to do, including the bride and groom. This was one of the most fantastic experiences anyone could ever have. Not only is it a once-in-a-lifetime experience with the dolphins, but the facility, the staff, and even the photographers and videographers were amazing. Our entire group really enjoyed themselves and would absolutely recommend it to everyone we know. Thank you so much for making our experience so special. Keep up the great job, we hope to see you again =)!
5/8/2010 NASSAU, BAHAMAS...R Luongo
I could not stop smiling! It was so awesome to be able to touch, play, and swim with the dolphins. I also enjoyed the 15 minute introduction to dolphins. Very important information that people need to know! You guys are right…A once in a Lifetime Experience!!!!!!
2/19/2010 NASSAU, BAHAMAS...S Bartlett
We had a very successful vacation, 7 days at Disney's Wilderness Lodge and the 4 day Disney Wonder cruise. The SWIM WITH THE DOLPHINS IN NASSAU was certainly a very big highlight. Our son(14)had a ball - truly an experience of a lifetime. Everything went as perfectly, as you folks had assured me it would, and my wife an I enjoyed our time as observers. We bought ALL the pictures and the DVD, so our son would have some terrific memories. We will certainly recommend your business to others and will be in touch for future adventures.
Thanks for your good work.
2/14/2010 NASSAU, BAHAMAS...J Gemmell
We has a fantastic time in Nassau swwimming with the Dolphins. The staff was excellent and our Dolphin Sean was very special. When we went to depart and we were going to be late for our ship, your boat took us directly back to the ship's pier. We made it back just in time. Many thanks to all your staff. We would definitely recommend this tour for everybody.
1/29/2010 NASSAU, BAHAMAS...C Taylor
I thoroughly enjoyed the Dolphins swim. The staff was very courteous, helpful and well informed. The experience was quite informative and entertaining and an overall great experience.
4/4/2009 NASSAU, BAHAMAS...N. Elswick
This was by far the greatest excursion I have ever taken! Before the actual dolphin swim we went over to the Blue Lagoon bar where literally every worker was so pleasant we could have stayed there all day. The facility was immaculate and gorgeous! After they had an interesting briefing session of dolphin facts they took us to do the actual swim. The two young guys instructing the dolphins were amazing and hilarious! Our entire group was in tears while they had the dolphins splash and kiss us. The dolphin foot push alone was completely worth the money. Not only will I go again the next time in Nassau, but my parents already booked the excursion for their upcoming trip.
3/10/2009 NASSAU, BAHAMAS...Johnston Family
We just returned from our cruise and had a wonderful time. Our first stop was in Nassau where we did your shore trip of swimming with the dolphins. I have to say it was amazing. The entire staff was a wealth of information about dolphins. We learned a lot of things about dolphins that we didn't know before hand. We all had a date with a dolphin which included eating, dancing, kissing and hugging the dolphin. We also had the opportunity to experience a dolphin push which was exhilarating. The dolphin pushes you through the water with their nose. After swimming with the dolphins we spent the remainder of our time on the beach at the lagoon which was beautiful.
12/31/2008 NASSAU, BAHAMAS...Bourne
My family did two different excursions through Shoretrips, and LOVED both trips. My little sister described the dolphin swim as a "once in a lifetime" trip and a "dream come true" for her! I've now done 5 excursions with shoretrips and had a fantastic time on every one of them. Your company is the first place I look when I start thinking about excursions. Thank you for helping to make my trips such memorable and enjoyable vacations!
7/2/2007 NASSAU, BAHAMAS...Martinez
Swimming with the Dolphins has been one of my biggest goals to accomplish. When I was younger, I wanted to be a dolphin trainer, but pursued my career elsewhere. I finally got to swim with the dolphins in Nassau and it was soooo much fun! I actually had tears of joy in my eyes and I couldn't believe that I was finally doing this. On top of all that, it was very inexpensive. I live in South Florida and they offer these types of programs in the Keys, but that are about double the price and some of them aren't swim programs, they are encounters. I had the best time and it made my day. I bought a DVD so I can remember it and share it with my family over and over again. It was a GREAT experience!
6/28/2007 NASSAU, BAHAMAS...Klungness
This excursion was the highlight of our vacation. I allowed my children to select our activites while in port and was really surprised at how much fun I had because of their selection. The dolphin facility is immaculate. The trainers have obvious affection for these wonderous creatures and I was thrilled by the level of interaction they encouraged and the respect they instilled.
6/27/2007 NASSAU, BAHAMAS...(Agent)
My clients were very very pleased with the Dolphin Swim excursion. The little girl was 6 years old and I was concerned due to her age, but her Mom said she went first and was fearlesss. One of the female dlophins fell in love with the child and kept kissing her. The animal went to the bottom and picked up a stone and gave it to her. Is that too cool. They loved every minute.
6/23/2007 NASSAU, BAHAMAS...P Amato
We had a GREAT TIME swimming with the dolphins. The staff made the experience so much fun. The two trainers that worked with our group had us all laughing almost the entire time!. For some reason, Shoretrips was able to get us a reservation with very short notice(just two weeks out). We are so glad we got to go on this excursion. It was the best part of our trip.
5/30/2007 NASSAU, BAHAMAS...Adams
We had a wonderful time swimming with the dolphins. It was an unforgettable experience. The highlight of our entire cruise at first I wondered if the price was worth it, but once I got in the water, I thought it was worth every penny. We could see the dolphin encounter going on across the pool, and I couldn't stop thinking how disappointed I would have been if I was over there looking at other people actually swimming with the dolphins. We took a cab to the ferry terminal like your instructions said, but we returned using the ferry, and I think taking a ferry just adds to the whole experience more than a ordinary cab. Overall I give the service we received from Shoretrips a 10 out of 10. Thank you for everything. It was so easy to make the reservations, I am in the Army and was deployed to Iraq at the time I made the reservations. It was quick and easy and didn't even require a phone call which was helpful to me.
5/19/2007 NASSAU, BAHAMAS...Nichols
Yes my Swim with the Dolphins experience was beyond words. Thank you for this opportunity. Everything was excellent!!!!
4/28/2007 NASSAU, BAHAMAS (Agent) Les-Lee
They loved the Nassau Shore Trip. Ms. Hart did one a few months ago with us, booked through you with the Dolphins, and wanted to share this experience now with her daughter and her friend. They loved it.
4/23/2007 NASSAU, BAHAMAS...S Kubert
Thank you for following up regarding our vacation in Nassau! My mom and I went to Nassau for a vacation and she had always wanted to Swim with the Dolphins! I actually did the swim back in April 2004! This was my second time! I would definetly do it again in a heartbeat! This is the best program available! The staff are extremely knowledgeable and professional. We had the best time of our lives! My mom can't stop talking about it. What a great memory! We bought the Photo Album and the DVD so we can re-live our swim anytime we want to. Anyone who vacations in Nassau definetly has to take advantage of the Dolphin Swim. INCREDIBLE.
2/4/2007 NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Nancy
All I can say, is that it was awesome!!! I really didn't know what to expect, but it was far more than I could have ever dreamed of. This has been one of my dreams, and it surely came true for me and then some. The staff was great, and just to be in the water with the dolphins and touch and interact with them, is something that is hard to explain to people.
Thank you, and keep up the great work that you are doing.
3/13/2005 NASSAU C. Evensen
We loved our shore trip, I cannot begin to explain what an experience it was to swim with the dolphins, it was worth every penny. The process of signing up for the trip and actually going on the trip was painless and easy. We were happy that we signed up for the trip through you, because the cruise ship only offered the encounter, not the swim. Other people from the cruise said that they wished they had done the same thing. We will definently keep you in mind for the next vacation that we go on. Thanks again for everything!
6/23/2004 NASSAU C. Coffin
It was absolutely fantastic. It was very well run, organized and we had a great time. The Dolphins were almost human in the way that they interacted...so intelligent. We will definitely recommend your company to others because we were so impressed with everything from beginning to end. Thanks again.
6/16/2004 NASSAU J. Nachaczewski
I recommend this excursion to everyone. We have you to Thank for it. I would recommend this site to anyone, it was easy to navigate, and when the tour operator arrived, we felt safe and he was very nice and informative.
5/28/2004 NASSAU S. Smith
Our shoretrip was fantastic. The staff was first rate and the experience was unforgettable. I have already recommended your website to a friend who needs last minute reservations.
4/26/2004 NASSAU L. Cherry
We had a GREAT time swimming with the Dolphins, we booked through you! I would suggest to anyone to book through you! You all did a great job everytime I called with questions and my tickets were taken with no questions asked when we got to the Excursion location. Thanks again for making our dream come true with your Dolphin Swim Excursion!
7/24/2003 NASSAU L. Gerych
We loved our trip! The staff and dolphins were excellent. Our friends enjoyed the video and are now excited about a trip. Some friends commented that the price was excessive. After being there-- it was MORE than worth it to us.
4/14/2003 NASSAU P. Kobin
Just thought I'd let you know that the Dolphin Swim was fabulous!
The people were great and the experience was something to remember
for all of our lives. My 14 yr old son was thrilled! Initially I was closed
out of the cruise ship’s dolphin excursion UNTIL my agent referred me
to you. With ShoreTrips I had no problem booking and also learned
that the ship’s excursion was only the "encounter," and not a real
"swim" with the dolphins. I was lucky to have found you.
7/24/2002 NASSAU A. McMasters
Thank you for your follow-up! I just talked to my client and he was absolutely thrilled with his trip...so much that he ended up buying a timeshare there! This was his first Caribbean vacation and he seemed ecstatic about everything, including the "Swim with the Dolphins" that you had arranged. He said that they did not have any problems locating the guide and that it was definately worth every penny! They were so happy that ShoreTrips was able to get their family confirmed for the "Dolphin Swim" on such last minute notice. I have told everyone in our office about ShoreTrips and the great service that you provide. I look forward to doing future business with you!!
6/22/2002 NASSAU L. Hughes
Our ShoreTrips were great! This trip was definately worth the price! We had no problem finding where we needed to be as your directions on the voucher were very clear. Everyone at the dolphin facility was extremely knowledgeable and a lot of fun too! Our family enjoyed the "Swim with the Dolphins" VERY much. This was an amazing experience and we have the video to keep the memory forever!! Everything was perfect! My family and I would like to 'thank you' again for helping us arrange this trip. Although I had waited so long to make the reservation, you guys came through for us. ShoreTrips RULE!! We will be using you again in the future!
 
Pricing
Per Person $197.00 USD
Per Person Combo $235.00 USD Super Combo With Blue Lagoon Beach Day
Per Person Combo $221.00 USD Child Age 6-12 Super Combo With Blue Lagoon Beach Day
Days of Operation
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Departures (Local Time)
08:30 AM (3 hrs)
Check in 30 minutes prior to scheduled time.
 
10:30 AM (3 hrs)
Check in 30 minutes prior to scheduled time.
 
01:30 PM (3 hrs)
Check in 30 minutes prior to scheduled time.
 
03:30 PM (3 hrs)
Check in 30 minutes prior to scheduled time.
 
Transfer / Meeting Instructions
Taxi and Transfers Required
Specific pick up or taxi instructions will appear on your voucher after you purchase your trip.
Special Instructions
Bring along towels, sunscreen and a change of clothes. Personalized videos ($48-$58) and photos are sold on site. (Visa, MC and AM Exp. accepted to purchase photos and videos.)

Non-participants may observe those in their party who are taking part in a dolphin program. There is a $25.00 fee per observer for the ferry ride from Paradise Island to Blue Lagoon. This observer fee is payable directly to the ferry and no reservations are necessary.

The taxi ride to the check-in spot takes about 15 minutes and costs approximately $5 per person each way.
Restrictions
Minimum age to participate is 6 years. Children ages 6 to 12 must be accompanied by a participating paying adult (parent or guardian at least 18 years or age). Participating adults may supervise up to 3 children. Guests ages 13 to 17 must be accompanied by an adult (observer ticket is accepted) who needs to sign a liability waiver. NO PREGNANT WOMEN ARE ALLOWED IN THIS PROGRAM.

DO NOT book the 8:30 program unless your ship arrives at 7:30 am or earlier.
DO NOT book the 10:30 program unless your ship departs at 2:30 or later.
DO NOT book the 3:30 program unless your ship departs at 7:30 or later.

If you are doing the Beach Day combo option you must purchase either the 8:30am or 10:30am tour departure in order to have time to do the dolphin program and enjoy the beach.
Since most programs sell out, we cannot allow changes in departure time or date. WE GO RAIN OR SHINE! NO REFUNDS FOR BAD WEATHER UNLESS DOLPHIN ENCOUNTERS CANCELS THE PROGRAM. NO REFUNDS IF PERSONS DO NOT MEET REQUIREMENTS OR VIOLATE RESTRICTIONS BELOW.

There is no child rate available for the dolphin swim alone - it is the same as the adult rate.

Please note: The Dining Pavilion on Blue Lagoon Island is undergoing rennovations August 23rd - mid November 2010. There will be a temporary dining area set up. This will not affect any animal activities.

Taxi prices are approximate. ShoreTrips does not monitor them.
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