Our Wild Dolphin Encounters will take you into the Bay of Plenty to search for the common dolphin and other marine wildlife. We do not have a set route, but follow the most comfortable pattern with regards to wind and weather to find a pod of dolphins for our encounter.
Swim With Wild Dolphins in Tauranga
- Our Wild Dolphin Encounters will take you into the Bay of Plenty to search for the common dolphin and other marine wildlife. We do not have a set route, but follow the most comfortable pattern with regards to wind and weather to find a pod of dolphins for our encounter.
Join this tour for a must-do, once-in-a-lifetime adventure with friendly dolphins in their natural habitat! Number 1 on Trip Advisor and Trip Advisor Award of Excellence 4 years in a row! We guarantee dolphins or whale sightings as we want you to have this amazing experience!
Get up close and personal with playful dolphins who love interacting with people. You can stay dry and watch the magic from the boat or get in the water and swim with these fantastic wild dolphins. Our vessel Guardian is a fast, stable, full facility power catamaran with a 100 percent safety record over the last 14 years. Our crew is the most experienced in the Bay.
Join us for the experience of a lifetime!!
This is the perfect tour for everyone so book now and don’t miss out!
- Sightseeing dolphin cruise
- Beverages, Tea, Coffee
- Live commentary on board
- Professional guide
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- T-shirts available to purchase
- Duration: 5h
- Mobile tickets accepted
- Instant confirmation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
All trips are subject to weather and minimum booking numbers.
Trips operate with a 48 hour non refundable cancellation.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Children must be over 7 to swim with dolphins and be confident swimmers in the ocean.
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
Not recommended for travellers with mobility constraints
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
What time does Swim With Wild Dolphins in Tauranga start?
Swim With Wild Dolphins in Tauranga will start at 9:00 AM.
What is the Swim With Wild Dolphins in Tauranga cancellation policy?
Swim With Wild Dolphins in Tauranga cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
How much is Swim With Wild Dolphins in Tauranga?
Swim With Wild Dolphins in Tauranga price starts from $106.19.
Which company provides Swim With Wild Dolphins in Tauranga?
Swim With Wild Dolphins in Tauranga is hosted by Dolphin Seafaris. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact on Tripadvisor.
Watch & Swim with wild dolphins in the crystal clear waters of the Bay of Plenty. Get closer to dolphins, orca, whales and seals on board our comfortable purpose built 50ft power Cat ' Guardian'. Trips depart daily from Tauranga. Our expert crew of Wildlife Guides will ensure your trip with us is a great experience for your visit to our region. We supply all gear; wetsuits, masks and snorkels, give a briefing to our swimmers, and also include hot drinks, juice, fresh fruit and morning tea in our prices which are the best around by far. See huge pods of Common Dolphins closer than you will see anywhere playing and just doing what comes natural as you meet them eye to eye in the clear Pacific Ocean. We can happen upon Orca, whales (seasonal), seals, seabirds, penguins and offshore nature reserve islands, it's an awesome day out. Join us at Dolphin Seafaris for a first class, comfortable cruise!
- Duration: 5 hours



