If you’ve ever watched one of those travel shows that show off the most amazing vacation destinations in the world, you have likely seen folks swimming with dolphins. For many, this is an activity that is considered a dream, and you can make that dream come true during your visit to Hawaii. Swimming with dolphins is one the top Hawaii activities, with Oahu, Maui, and Big Island offer fun dolphin swims that all ages can take part in.
Swimming with dolphins in Hawaii is more than an interaction, it’s an experience! And one you will not soon forget. Dolphins are found all around the Hawaiian Islands, using the dramatic depths of the ocean for hunting and resting. When pods of dolphins return from a night of hunting and feeding, they stick close to the coast, where depths are around 60 feet. This keeps them safe from predators while they rest and play, and this is where we meet these playful creatures. Head out from harbors on your island destination and search for the pods. Once your captain locates one, it’s time to enter the water and swim with dolphins in the open ocean! How exciting is that?
When you enter the water, you’ll see more dolphins than you can count, interacting with each other while you watch in amazement from the surface. Most commonly, swimming with dolphins in Hawaii is done with Spinner Dolphins, known for the spin that they perform when they leap from the water. Adults and pups interact in the early hours of the day, when they shut off half of their brain at a time while they rest up for their day. The unpredictable nature of dolphins makes this so much fun, and you never know when you’ll be rewarded with an acrobatic display.
What better way to spend a morning that searching for and swimming with dolphins in Hawaii? Safety vests are provided, along with all snorkel gear, and even if you just want to hang out on the boat and watch dolphins leap from the air, you can come along on a fun Dolphin Swim Tour. These are can’t miss Hawaii activities, and might even be a once in a lifetime experience. You will not want to miss out on this great adventure.
Due to the high volume of visitors traveling to Hawaii year round, our Hawaii tours and activities sell out quickly. In many cases, tours sell out weeks or months in advance. To ensure your spots on tour, we recommend reserving your tours today. Call our office or book online to take advantage of our low price guarantee today.
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