Dolphin Encounter
Swimming with or watching the dusky dolphins in their open ocean environment is for many, a dream come true.
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PlayDolphin Encounter Kaikoura - The Worlds Friendliest Dolphin
By Dennis Buurman, Encounter Kaikoura
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About
A dream for many of us is to swim with or watch dolphins in the wild! Since the summer of 1989-1990, Dolphin Encounter has operated tours to the dusky dolphins found close to shore in the ocean off Kaikoura.
Kaikoura's point of difference is the fact that we have the highest success rate for locating the marine mammals and swimming with the dolphins than anywhere in New Zealand. Kaikoura is one of the world's leading destinations to view marine mammals and seabirds in their natural environment.
Dusky dolphins can be located year round with pods numbering anywhere between 100 to 1000 dolphins. These enchanting and acrobatic dolphins will leave an impression with you that lasts a lifetime.
Physical address
Dolphin Encounter , 96 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Christchurch - Canterbury, New Zealand.
Opening times
- Business hours:
- Tours 3 times daily in Summer, 5.30am, 8.30am and 12.30pm. Winter (May to September) trips twice daily, 8.30am and 12.30pm.
- Months of operation:
- All months of the year
Facilities and Features
- Proximity to airport:
- We are 2.5 hours from Christchurch International Airport.
- Proximity to coach terminal:
- Kaikoura is 2.5 hours from Christchurch and 1.5 hours from Blenheim.
- Proximity to town:
- Kaikoura is 2.5 hours from Christchurch and 1.5 hours from Blenheim.
Pricing and Conditions
| Adult | $170.00 |
- Further pricing information:
- This tour is conducted in the open ocean and swimmers must be confident in an open ocean environment. Water temperatures vary from 10 - 18 degrees C, so clients must ensure they disclose any relevant health conditions before taking the tour.