Day Trips

Cozumel: Dolphin Royal Swim VIP with Buffet Meal & Chankanaab Park Ticket

Make friends with two dolphins at Dolphin Discovery Cozumel! Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to play and interact with them, and go snorkeling in the turquoise waters of Chakanaab National Reef Park.

Discover a whole new world underwater at the island of Cozumel

With the Royal Swim program, enjoy hugs, kisses and even foot pushes with two friendly dolphins

Try your hand at snorkeling and be amazed by the beauty of marine life at the Chankanaab National Reef Park

Enjoy a delicious lunch buffet with access to an open bar in the VIP area

Access to the VIP area

Chankanaab National Park entrance

Chankanaab National Park garden

Snorkeling at Chankanaab National Park

Dolphin Royal Swim program

40 minutes with the dolphins

Buffet lunch with an open bar in the VIP area

Snacks

Amenities: pool, lockers, showers, restrooms

Other activities in Cozumel

Park admission for companions

Photos of your experience with the dolphins

Snorkeling gear

Transportation to Chankanaab National Park

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

If you’re visiting Cozumel, get ready for a super fun experience that includes a unique mix of adventure and relaxation! Not only does the island offer a variety of activities to do, but it also has some of the most idyllic beaches to rest by the ocean and work on that perfect tan. An interesting activity you absolutely must try out at the island, is swimming with dolphins at Dolphin Discovery-Cozumel. Their Royal Swim program offers you the chance to interact with two friendly dolphins in their natural environment. You’ll be able to touch, hug and kiss a dolphin, and feel the rush of being foot pushed by them as you rise above the water.

At the end of the program, you are welcome to visit Chankanaab Park. Your admission to the park is included in the ticket. Here, at this natural theme park, sit back and enjoy nature’s beauty, go snorkeling, and be amazed by the diversity of marine life you can see underwater. When you want to replenish your energy, head to the VIP area and feast on a delicious buffet with access to an open bar!

Behaviors

Dorsal Tow, foot push, handshake, hand target, hugs, and kisses

Important Information

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

A valid ID is an essential requirement to visit Cozumel

All participants must be at least 3.9 to perform snorkel activities

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 this program, groups have a maximum of 20 people for a better experience

The use of life jackets is mandatory in all water programs

Currently, the facility is NOT accepting US dollars in cash (check-in, restaurant, boutique, and photos). However, they do accept Mexican pesos in cash. If you want to use an international credit or debit card, payments will be done in Mexican or US currency

Safety Requirements

For security reasons, the use of cameras in the water is prohibited. Professional photos will be available for sale

For safety reasons, expectant mothers in their 5th month can't participate in any of the aquatic programs

Expectant mothers of less than 5 months can participate in the Encounter program only if accompanied by another adult and after signing a waiver

Since the natural environment is fragile and there is a need to protect the reefs, sunscreens (even reef safe & biodegradable sunscreens) are not allowed in any of our programs

What to Bring

Cash for taxis, shopping, and meals

Towels

Timings

Daily at 11 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM, 2 PM and 3:30 PM

Discounted Tickets

Ages 6-12yrs enjoy reduced pricing (carry a valid photo ID)

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly

Please display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID to your guide

If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification

Kindly ensure that you arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays

Ticket Redemption Point

Your ticket redemption point is at Dolphin Discovery Cozumel, Carretera Costera Sur Km. 9.5, Parque Nacional Chankanaab, 77600 San Miguel de Cozumel, Q.R., Mexico

To locate the ticket redemption point on Google Maps, simply search for - Dolphin Discovery Cozumel
Get Directions to the Ticket Redemption Point

Getting There

If you are traveling from Cancun or Riviera Maya, you must go to Playa del Carmen and from the federal pier take the ferry to Cozumel

The ferry departs every hour, but it is recommended that you verify schedules and rates with your hotel concierge

Take a taxi to Chankanaab National Park, once you get to Cozumel island

When you arrive at the park, follow the signs that will lead you to the Dolphin Discovery facilities

Validity

This ticket is valid on the date and time selected during checkout