Puerto Escondido Dolphin and Whale Watching
Overview
Puerto Escondido's Pacific waters are home to dolphins, sea turtles, seasonal manta rays, and humpback whales. This shared boat trip, capped at 12 travelers, gives you a chance to look for marine life in its natural habitat while a captain shares information about local wildlife. Morning and afternoon departures are available, with snorkeling equipment provided and shade on the boat for time on the water.
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- We can swim in the water in certain areas as long as the captain says its safe and secure area to swim.
- Tips are not included also not obligated !
Meeting and Pickup
We will be in constant communication with you before the activity we would meet at the front door of your hotel/Airbnb. Our guide will be contacting you as soon as we are outside your location. Pickups outside of Puerto Escondido can be arranged for an extra fee.
What To Expect
On our morning journey we will head out by boat in search of different types of marine life. Our main objective is to spot and see the variety types of dolphins that we have here. During the trip we also have high chances of seeing sea turtles. In certain times of the year we have very high possibility of spotting mantarays and even breaching humpback whales ! During the navigation our captain will be explaining key information and fun facts about the beaches here in Puerto Escondido.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-343851P6
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Puerto Escondido Dolphin and Whale Watching. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- We can swim in the water in certain areas as long as the captain says its safe and secure area to swim.
- Tips are not included also not obligated !.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 2. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Puerto Escondido Dolphin and Whale Watching is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Puerto Escondido Dolphin and Whale Watching will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- We can swim in the water in certain areas as long as the captain says its safe and secure area to swim.
- Tips are not included also not obligated !
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
