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Dolphin Watching Tour

Puerto Escondido, Mexico

Dolphin Watching Cruise from Puerto Escondido

3 hours
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Heighten your chances of spotting wild dolphins on a boat cruise from Puerto Escondido, the ideal choice for travelers interested in nature and wildlife. With the help of your guide’s local knowledge, you’ll sail the Pacific Ocean in search of five dolphin species and get unobstructed views of secluded beaches from the water. Plus, convenient hotel pickup is included.

Increase your chances of spotting native wildlife with a guide
Benefit from local knowledge and learn about the different species of dolphin that inhabit the waters
An ideal choice for nature lovers and travelers interested in wildlife
Convenient hotel pickup is included

What's Included

Hotel pickup
Local guide
Boat with shade
Life vest

If you are at a 15 minute range cost will be $15 USD ROUND TRIP TRANSPORTATION
If you are 30 minutes away extra cost of $40 USD will be charged for Round Trip transportation.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Start time

07:00 AM

Pickup details

We include pick up location anywhere in Puerto Escondido as long you are in a 3.5 km range. If you are further extra cost will be added for pick up.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Dress code is casual. Swimsuit, hat, and sunglasses are recommended.
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps

Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
Infant seats only available on request
Sunscreen and insect repellent recommended
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Featured review

Simone_P

Such a Wonderful way to start the day. The staff was super friendly, and with only a few other people on the boat it felt like a nice intimate experience. We got to watch the sun rise in the harbor before we got on the boat. We saw many dolphins, humpback whales and sea turtles. I would highly recommend going out with these guys!

Reviews

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We had an amazing trip!

Erica_H, Apr 2024

We had the most incredible trip- we saw so many dolphins. Amazing captain Charlie. Thank you so much

Must do in Puerto!

Sanne_E, Feb 2024

Highly recommend! We saw 4 whales and hundreds of dolphins, so magical. The boat driver was very skilled. If you get seasick take tablets though, since it’s a bumpy ride. It was so beautiful on the water in the morning.

Dolphin-palooza

Emily_S, Dec 2023

So many dolphins, as far as the eye can see. You can swim with them and theyll race the boat as well. But the true highlight was the humpback whales who our guide allowed us to follow for some time. We also saw many birds, fish, and sea turtles. Overall, a great morning enjoying nature and well worth the price.

Perfekt tour but here overpriced

Michaela_E, Oct 2023

The tour was very nice. We saw about 30 dolphins and could swim with them. It was fun and really nice experience 😊😊😊 !!! BUT !!! Don't book it here per Viator. You can pay more less (like a half price) wenn you pay the tour directly to kapitan 😉

Turtles, snakes and dolphins

Anna_B, Aug 2023

It was fun, and I enjoyed it. Pickup was smooth and we saw lots of animals, the boat was nice. Recommend

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Hello friend, it's good that you enjoyed it, we hope to see you again to live more adventures with us 🤗

Awesome!

Oliver_B, Jun 2023

Great experience! Alex, our captain, was very knowledgeable and a skilled boat driver. We had a great time.

Best way to start the morning

Simone_P, Dec 2022

Brilliant trip! The guide...

Mollie_W, Nov 2022

Brilliant trip! The guide was lovely and we saw dolphins, turtles and humpback whales! A really amazing morning.

Reallu enjoyable

Eloise_P, Nov 2022

We saw dolphins - that swam along side the boat, turtles, mahi mahi fish and even a whale! Was really special. The only thing is that I do feel bad that there are so many boats out there at once (different companies) looking for sea life.

Trip was amazing seeing...

Jonathan_M, Jul 2022

Trip was amazing seeing dolphins and sea turtles! It was over priced though for the quality of the trip; the guide on the boat barely said anything and didn’t give any information about the animals or scenery.

Such a great way to start the day.

sondra_h, Apr 2022

We saw whales, sea turtles and a pod of thousands of spinner dolphins! So much fun. Even jumped in the water with them.

Response from Host, Apr 2022

Incredible what can be found in Puerto Escondido’s waters! So happy to know you enjoyed it :)

Not quite as sold. Was...

Gordon_R, Mar 2022

Not quite as sold. Was supposed to be in English. Was not. Fortunately other travellers interpreted. Was suppose to be VIP while boat. Was not. A good trip none the less.

Amazing experience

hayley_j, Feb 2022

Amazing experience. We saw loads of dolphins, turtles, humpback whales and even Killer whales! Our captain Edgar was great!

Response from Host, Mar 2022

Awesome Haley! So glad you had an amazing time, thank you :)

It was just wow. Saw many...

Mareen_B, Feb 2022

It was just wow. Saw many whales and dolphins sea turtles as well.. Amazing experience. I would do it again and recommend

Response from Host, Mar 2022

That’s what Puerto Escondido is all about, amazing experiences! Thank you for choosing us!

Swim with dolphins

Nicholas_F, Jan 2022

Carlos is a super captain! We saw whales, turtles and hundreds of dolphins. We were actually allowed to go into the water with them. Loved it!

Response from Host, Mar 2022

That is awesome to hear! We are super happy that you had a great time! We look forwards to having you again!

Amazing sunrise dolphin excursion

Elizabeth_K, Nov 2021

Incredible experience!! Saw hundreds of dolphins, some manatees, and two sea turtles. Captain Israel was reliable and funny. Highly recommend this excursion!

Response from Host, Dec 2021

Amazing to hear that! We love taking care of our oceans and the wildlife it offers to us. Hope to see you back in puerto!

One of the most amazing things I’ve ever seen

JelleSjoerd_v, Jul 2021

One of the most amazing things I’ve ever seen! Our Captain was very knowledgeable & respectful about the ocean. Also got the opportunity to swim & snorkel in the sea and a interesting way to meet other travelers.

Response from Host, Oct 2021

Thank you Jelle for appreciating our effort, we try our best to transmit our knowledge and inform our clients about these topics. We are committed with you guys, big hug!

Can't find you ...

Rick_W, Mar 2020

Didn't have Trip ... Went to Puerto Escondido at agreed time but could not find designated beach ... No signage and locals we talked with didn't know of beach ... Are we talking about the same Puerto Escondido (south of Loreto Bay)? ... So, we missed a gorgeous day and we're out of pocket a fair bit of money

Response from Host, Sep 2020

Hello Rick. I am so sorry for replying so late, I didn't see this review. I deeply apologyze and I don't have any feedback on what happened because we don't know any Loreto Bay. Anyways, thank you for letting us know we will be much more attentive. Thank you for your feedback and if you are ever around Puerto Escondido we would like to make up this experience. Have a great day.

Seeing the Dolphins under water and a mother and baby whale swimming

naomi_g, Mar 2020

I had the best time with Eco adventures I went with Carlos on his tequilla boat! We saw so many dolphins and turtles!! Carlos was great when I felt a bit sea sick and he assured me that getting into the water would make me feel better (which it strangely did) we also snorkeled and saw and heard the dolphins under water. After the tour was done he called us back as his colleague had just spotted the whales and so off we went again, and yes we saw them a mother and baby whale swimming together ahhhh it was increcible. The next time I am in Puerto escondido will do this tour again and I honestly couldn't recommend this tour any more than I already have. Do it you won't regret it one bit. Thanks again Carlos!

Response from Host, Sep 2020

Hello Naomi! This is really awesome to read! Thank you for booking with us! And sorry for this late reply, but it's an honest reply. We are very happy that you had a great time with us! And yes Carlos is deffinitely one of our best guides/captains in Puerto Escondido! Have a blessed day!

Mind blowing experience

Frederick_A, Mar 2019

The company was very caring of the arrangements, and very flexible. They called us one day before to confirm the pick-up time and location. Since we were staying a bit further from Puerto Escondido they offered picking us all they way to our accommodation for a very reasonable price. The trip was excellent. We saw three types of dolphins, turtles, and whales! We snorkeled with the dolphins, sardines, and small harmless jelly fish. The boat ride was smooth and safe. They provide Life vest if you need. We were also surprised that the trip lasted more than 3 hours. They really wanted us to have a great time and not just hurry thru the program. Finally, the price of 40 USD is very good compared to some of the prices people offer at the beach, which can go up to 100 USD. Highly recommended. Miguel, Joel, and Jasiel are great people.

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