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3 Men & Little Lady said….co.nz/kaikoura/" target=""_blank"">“Dolphin Encounter” centre and were taken to an equipment room to kit up… continue reading »
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Jes & Al's Travels said… of his fantastic photos! Up early again and back to town to the dolphin Encounter office where we… continue reading »
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Mike & Madeline said… to the Dolphin Encounters centre, we had breakfast overlooking a beach from the van, while enjoying the sun. We… continue reading »
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Hollie & Richard said… straight to the Dolphin Encounter centre and go out that afternoon so we would only need to stay one night… continue reading »
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Jim & Nats Big Trip said… were up early again for our Dolphin Encounter! We set sail on calm seas and travelled an epic 10… continue reading »
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amster said…surrounded by a pod of frolicking dolphins Monday April 13th day of adventure… continue reading »
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Emmas Adventures! said…'s the various wildlife spotting centres - Whale Watch, Dolphin Encounter and the Dive Shop. I went to whale… continue reading »
More information on Dolphin Encounter
Swimming with dolphins is often a very personal and moving experience, and the dusky's, which travel in large pods of up to 800, are friendly, playful creatures noted for their thrilling acrobatics. Suitable for almost everyone, whatever their swimming level, these excursions run for about three hours, and accommodate small groups of up to 28 spectators and 10 swimmers at a time. All the necessary gear and expertise is supplied by experienced guides. Bookings can be made online or at the gift shop and office.
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Swimming with dolphins is often a very personal and moving experience, and the dusky's, which travel in large pods of up to 800, are frie...
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Mike & Madeline said
… to the Dolphin Encounters centre, we had breakfast overlooking a beach from the van, while enjoying the sun. We… continue reading »
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… it all booked up but managed to get onto a seal swim instead. I haven’t swum with seals before so… continue reading »
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