There are a number of places where you can enjoy Flipper’s company. A typical dolphin program offers a thirty-minute orientation followed by the actual swimming time. Reservations are required for most facilities. Fees vary at each facility, starting as low as $55 upwards to $185. To enter aquariums located in ecoparks, you must first pay the entrance fee to the park. The following places offer Swim with the Dolphins programs:

Dolphin Discovery. Locations on Isla Mujeres, Cozumel, Puerto Aventuras. On Cozumel you must pay the entrance fee to Parque Natural Chankanaab in addition to the aquarium fee. Reservations: Cancun Office, (998) 883-0777; Cozumel Office, (984) 872-6605. 

Xcaret EcoPark. You should book early as only 36 people per day are allowed into the dolphinarium. Entrance fee not included in dolphin fee. Highway 307, Km 72, Tel: (998) 883-3143 or (998) 883-3144. 

Xel-há. This is a popular spot with tour buses so you should book early for your swim. Entrance fee not included with dolphin fee. Highway 307, Km 122. Tel: Cancun Office (998) 884-9422, Park Office: (984) 875-4070 or (984) 875-4071. 

Interactive Aquarium. La Isla Shopping Center, Blvd Kukulcán, Km 12.5. Reservations: (998) 884-8487.

Atlantida Aquarium. Parque Nizuc, Blvd. Kukulcán, Km. 25. Reservations: (998) 881-3030. Entrance fee not included in dolphin fee.