2024
Recommended
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2024
Specializing in the marine biodiversity of this rich region, Encounter Kaikoura offers the opportunity to swim with wild dolphins in the open sea, including the rare "dark dolphins. After watching an introductory video, a shuttle bus will take you to the boat, which will leave for the open sea in search of the many mammals still present in the area. All equipment is provided (wetsuit, fins, mask and snorkel) as well as a small snack. During this unique experience, several swims are planned.
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Members' reviews on DOLPHIN ENCOUNTER
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Visited in march 2024
This was a sensational experience. It was well organised from check-in, from putting on the gear needed, to getting the bus and boat ride out to the dolphins pods. The dusky dolphins are incredible, and it is completely their choice to approach you. It is wild swimming. I rented a GoPro and so glad I did, as these dolphins are so inquisitive and playful, and I have wonderful videos to look back on - they enjoyed watching me run rings around them trying to keep up! I loved being amongst them and the Dolphin Encounter team made it possible. I was debating what to do in Kaikoura and I'm SO pleased I chose to go wild swimming with these remarkable animals.
Visited in march 2024
Amazing ! Went out on a perfect day weather wise and the dolphins seemed to be enjoying themselves as well, very playful and loads of them. Everywhere. I went in for a swim and they were close and would swim under you and if you were lucky circle you. So much fun. . A very special experience. The organization on the day was spot on, everyone was friendly and professional. I wanted to book another trip immediately.
Visited in march 2024
Puedo decir que una de la mejores experiencias de nz
Visited in march 2024
Can’t recommend the dolphin encounter enough! The whole trip is done so well, with great respect for the dolphins and environment. We went out on the boat for about 20-30 mins to a spot where dolphins are usually sighted and after observing them for a while we went in the water. We did this a few times and then watched them for a while after getting out. It’s an experience that is so special it’s hard to articulate and I encourage anyone considering it to absolutely do it. I went on the 6am trip and also saw a beautiful sunrise. Big thanks to everyone at encounter Kaikoura for the experience.
Visited in march 2024
My wife and I went for the watching option instead of swimming with the dolphins. It was great! We stayed on the upper deck with the captain and had a good 360 degree view. The captain, Culley, was very helpful in pointing out the characteristics of dolphins he has observed over the years.