Jamaica · Up-Close Animal Experiences

Dolphin Encounter in Dolphin Cove Ocho Rios

3 Hours Round trip from Ocho Rios Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Meet a dolphin in a natural Caribbean cove
02 Enjoy close interaction in knee-deep water
03 Includes dolphin behaviors such as handshake, kiss, hand target, and hug
04 Admission to Dunn’s River Falls is included
05 Access the Nature Trail and Stingray Encounter
06 A family-friendly experience in Ocho Rios
07 Choose from multiple daily activity schedules

Enjoy a memorable dolphin encounter in Ocho Rios, where you’ll meet one of these intelligent marine animals in a natural Caribbean cove. Ideal for families and first-time visitors, this experience begins with an orientation before you head into knee-deep water for close interaction, including playful dolphin behaviors.

Your visit also includes access to more of Dolphin Cove’s attractions, with time to enjoy the nature trail, Stingray Encounter, and admission to Dunn’s River Falls. Surrounded by tropical rainforest and one of Jamaica’s most famous natural landmarks, this experience combines wildlife, scenery, and adventure in one outing.

Enjoy a memorable dolphin encounter in Ocho Rios, where you’ll meet one of these intelligent marine animals in a natural Caribbean cove.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Ocho Rios

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Dolphin Encounter in Dolphin Cove Ocho Rios

Four available schedules for the dolphin activity: 10:15 AM, 11:45 AM, 13:15 PM y 14:45 PM.

*Schedules may change on days when a ship is in port.

After the dolphin activity, guests can use our facilities and do the extra activities (Stingray Encounter, Nature trail and Dunn's River Falls excursion).

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Ocho Rios 1 city · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

DOLPHIN BEHAVIORS:

Handshake
Kiss
Hand Target
Hug

INCLUDES:

Regular Admission (no food or drinks).
Dunn's River Falls admission.
Nature Trail.
Stingray Encounter.
All of our prices include taxes.

What's Not Included

NOT INCLUDED

Photos of your experience with dolphins.
Food and beverages. (Snacks like hot dogs, burgers and meatballs are available for an additional cost).
Transportation (Round-trip transportation available for an additional cost, request your transportation 48 hours before the program).

Know before you go

ADDITIONAL INFO

*Schedules may change on days when a ship is in port

Don’t include infants under 3.3 ft in your reservation as they are free of charge; however, be sure to add them in the comments section of your reservation.
If any companions are coming with you, they must pay for a Regular Admission (no food or drinks) fee of $49 USD adults and $45 USD minors in order to access the park.
Interact with a dolphin in knee-high water.
Children over 4.6 ft will be allowed to participate alone in any of our dolphin programs by paying the adult rate.
Children over 3.9 ft up to 4.6 ft will be allowed to participate alone in the Encounter program. Children over 3.3 ft and up to 3.9 ft will be allowed to participate in the Encounter program accompanied by a paying adult (1 adult per kid).
Children under 3.3 ft will be considered infants and will perform Encounter activities regardless of the program in which they participate (it is a requirement that they fit the vest).
Approximately 30 minutes in the water with the dolphin.
The facilities are designed so that all wheelchairs, collapsible wheelchairs, walkers, and motorized scooters have easy mobility.
For security reasons, the use of cameras in the water is not allowed, professional photos will be available for sale.

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