BEST DOLPHIN SWIM IN THE BAHAMAS & BLUE LAGOON BEACH - HOTEL GUESTS ONLY
BEST DOLPHIN SWIM IN THE BAHAMAS & BLUE LAGOON BEACH - HOTEL GUESTS ONLY
ShoreTrips says...
There are big differences among 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. The company that runs this tour 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.
If you're lucky enough to reserve a Swim with the Dolphins experience, you'll have the unique opportunity for playful, educational interaction with these wonderful mammals in the beautiful turquoise waters of an ocean lagoon. The program begins with an orientation, which briefly covers the natural history of dolphins, animal training techniques, ocean conservation, and Watchable Wildlife Guidelines.
Once in your life jacket, you'll enter the water in a small group and swim and play with the dolphins for 30 minutes. You'll experience the joy of a dolphin hug and kiss, dance with our stars, and then marvel at their strength as you're propelled across the lagoon during the amazing foot push!
Throughout the program, trainers will focus on allowing everyone to enjoy a high degree of interaction with the dolphins, while teaching about these amazing mammals in their natural habitat.
Professional photo and video staff will be capturing your swim so you'll have a chance to take home priceless souvenirs of your memorable experience.
Dolphin excursions are in great demand. This must be booked several weeks ahead and there is an even longer lead time during the high season. Book early to avoid disappointment.
- This Tour Includes:
- Take a ferry ride to and from Blue Lagoon Island
- Dolphin foot push
- Swim, play, hug, kiss, and dance with dolphins
- Educational information
- Have the opportunity to purchase photos
- Use of white sandy beaches at the Blue Lagoon Island
- Access to Aqua Park
- 1 grilled lunch per person to include: choice of 8 oz. Angus beef burger, 1/4 pound all-beef hot dog, chicken burger, or veggie burger; plantains, grilled corn, 3 bean salad, pickled beets, Junkanoo salad, peas and rice or French fries, fresh fruit, and choice of iced tea, lemonade and fruit punch
- Calm lagoon and facilities, including double hammocks (based on availability)
- Unlimited use of big boss noodles and inner tubes
- Picnic tables and beach chairs (based upon availability)
- Use of volleyball
- Other water activities are available for rent: Kayaks $20, Aqua Bikes $15, Snorkeling $20
Days of Operation
Departures (local time)
- 10:00 AM (5.5 hrs) Check in 30 minutes prior to scheduled time. Take 10:00am ferry to Blue Lagoon Island.
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
•To ensure the safety of the animals, personal cameras, including cell phones or other electronic devices, cannot be used by guests in animal programs.
• Personalized videos ($58) and photos are sold on site. (Visa, MC, and American Express are accepted to purchase photos and videos.)
• Non-participants may observe those in their party who are taking part in a dolphin/sea lion/stingray/shark program. There is a $35 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 Blue Lagoon Island Beach Day package includes access to the Aqua Park, Inner-tubes, Float mats and Noodles.
• Additional Alcoholic drinks can be ordered ala carte at the beach at an additional cost.
• You may also rent snorkeling gear, kayaks, aquabikes, or double pool loungers. There are lifeguards, changing rooms, showers, and a gift shop at our location.
• Other water activities are available for rent: Kayaks $20, Aqua Bikes $15, Snorkeling $20.
• No food or beverage items can be brought in. Blue Lagoon Island is a bottle-free zone.
• The taxi ride to the check-in spot takes about 15 minutes and costs approximately $5 per person, each way. You must arrive at the check-in location 30 minutes prior to departure time. More details will be on your voucher.
• Ferries depart the Paradise Island Ferry Terminal for Blue Lagoon Island at 10:00 a.m.
• Ferries depart Blue Lagoon Island for the return to the Paradise Island Ferry Terminal at 3:00 p.m.
• Blue Lagoon Island is officially an ECO tour destination awarded by Sustainable Travel International’s STEP certification program.
Restrictions
• Children must be at least 6 years of age to participate.
• Children ages 6-12 must be accompanied by a participating, paying adult for this same program.
• Participating adults may supervise up to 3 children.
• Children ages 13-17 may participate on their own, but must have an adult present at the facility.
• For safety reasons, this experience is not advisable for pregnant women.
• No cameras are allowed on the platforms.
• Guests must be able to go up and down steps and a ramp to access the platform.
• The facilities are not wheelchair accessible.
• Alcoholic beverages are not allowed in the facilities.
• The rights are reserved to refuse service to any guest under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs.
• WE GO RAIN OR SHINE! NO REFUNDS FOR BAD WEATHER UNLESS THE PROGRAM OPERATOR CANCELS THE PROGRAM. NO REFUNDS IF PERSONS DO NOT MEET REQUIREMENTS OR VIOLATE RESTRICTIONS ABOVE.