Dolphin Discovery Punta Cana — Dolphin Encounter Program: Handshake/Hug + Platform Interaction (Ticketed; Scheduled Sessions)

Dolphin Discovery Punta Cana offers structured, scheduled dolphin interaction programs in a controlled setting. The “Dolphin Encounter” is the most beginner-friendly option — you interact from a platform (so you can do it even if you don’t want a full swim), and the program includes classic behaviors like handshake/hug plus guided interaction.

• Ticketed Dolphin Encounter program (scheduled session).
• Program behaviors include Handshake and other interaction behaviors.
• Program duration + briefing: 15 minutes briefing + 40 minutes with the dolphins.
• Use of facilities (as listed): lockers, pools, jacuzzi, parking/common areas, lounge chairs/showers/bathrooms/dressing rooms.
• Transportation note (official): includes transportation from major hotels in Punta Cana if requested 48 hours before via email/phone (restrictions may apply).

• Perfect for: families, first-timers, people who want dolphin interaction without intense swimming.
• Kids rule (official): Kids must swim/participate with a paying adult (age/height rules apply).

• Arrive early, join your scheduled slot, do the briefing, then complete the guided Dolphin Encounter behaviors during your session.

• Tickets / price (official on this program page): $129 USD (Adult +4.6 ft; Kids 3.3—4.6 ft listed same on this page).
• Schedule (official for this program page): Tue—Sat: 11:00 AM, 01:00 PM.
• Companion fee (official): $25 USD per companion (includes admission + transportation).
• Safety/photography (official): safety vests required; no cameras in the water (professional photos sold).
• Arrival (official): arrive 30 minutes before your program.

• Time needed: ~1.5—2.5 hours total including arrival buffer + briefing + session + changing time.
• Bring a towel + some cash for extras (official recommendation).

Scheduled dolphin interaction in Punta Cana. Dolphin Encounter listed at $129 USD on the official program page, runs Tue—Sat (11:00 & 13:00). Arrive 30 mins early; vests required; no cameras in water.