Cayman Islands · Up-Close Animal Experiences

Dolphin Lover's Swim at Dolphin Discovery Grand Cayman

1 Hour Round trip from West Bay Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Swim with dolphins in Grand Cayman
02 Learn about dolphin anatomy, behaviour, and echolocation
03 Enjoy in-water interactions including handshake, hand target, and kiss
04 Watch dolphins swim, jump, and interact up close
05 Safe and friendly program with time on a submerged platform
06 Admission to the Turtle Sanctuary included
07 Family-friendly experience in the Cayman Islands

Get in the water with dolphins in Grand Cayman on an interactive experience designed for animal lovers. This 1-hour program combines educational insights about dolphin anatomy, behaviour, and communication with memorable in-water moments in a safe and friendly setting.

During your swim, you’ll enjoy close encounters such as a handshake, hand target, and kiss, while also watching the dolphins swim and jump. Your visit also includes admission to the Turtle Sanctuary, making it a fun and family-friendly marine experience in the Cayman Islands.

During your swim, you’ll enjoy close encounters such as a handshake, hand target, and kiss, while also watching the dolphins swim and jump.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Hour

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Dolphin Lover's Swim at Dolphin Discovery Grand Cayman

Four available schedules for the dolphin activity: 09:30 AM. 11:30 AM, 013:30 PM, 15:30 PM

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Dolphin Lovers’ Swim in Grand Cayman Island includes the amazing educational time to learn all about dolphins such as the difference between males and females, how they nurse and echolocation.
Admission to the Turtle Sanctuary.
This swim with dolphins program includes handshake, hand target and kiss.
Free admission for kids (2–11” - 3–11”).
Facilities: lockers, showers, restrooms.

What's Not Included

Transportation to Dolphin Discovery Grand Cayman facilities.
Meals and beverages.
Photos of your experience with the dolphins.
Other activities in Grand Cayman.

Know before you go

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.

IMPORTANT: a valid passport is an essential requirement to visit Grand Cayman in the Cayman Islands.

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).
In Grand Cayman, groups have a maximum of 20 people for a closer experience.
The use of safety vests is required in all water programs.
For security reasons, the use of cameras in the water is not allowed, professional photos will be available for sale.

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