SAVE 10% on your tour; A tour to encounter Kaikoura’s dusky dolphins can only be described as magical and inspiring. The options available are snorkelling with the dolphins, all equipment is supplied, or watching the dolphins if you would rather stay on the boat and not get wet!  The tours operate daily except for Christmas Day and advance bookings for the swimming option in particular, are essential.  Swimming is limited to just 16 swimmers per boat with the remainder of seats available for watching.   Beautiful photography opportunities of the most acrobatic of all dolphin species are part of the package so make sure you experience this tour while visiting Kaikoura.

The Backpacker Group Members Deal

Dolphin Encounter offers 10% off dolphin swimming or dolphin watching tours.

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Tours & Products

Swimming with dolphins and/or watching dolphins

High Season – up to 3 departures daily at 5.30am, 8.30am and 12.30pm

Low season – one departure daily at 10.00am.

Duration of the tour is approximately three and a half hours.

 

 

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Terms & Conditions

  • Available for The Backpacker Group members only
  • A valid The Backpacker Group membership card with identification must be presented to staff to claim discount
  • Direct bookings only and may not be used in conjunction with any other discounts
  • Advance bookings are essential and waiting lists are available when sold out
  • Cancellations must be advised at least 24 hours in advance of departure or a 100% cancellation fee will apply
  • All tour operation subject to suitable weather and sea conditions, and minimum numbers being met on the day of the tour

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