Every tour is unique and participants are encouraged to ask questions. The program also includes a conservation seminar to learn about wild marine mammals and what things you can do to save the environment we all share. During your educational seminar, you will see videos of previous swim sessions and learn the appropriate behaviors and protocol to use with the dolphins. Then you'll be ready to enter the realm of the dolphins. Our swims take place in the natural salt water lagoons of the Gulf of Mexico.
Most lagoons are quite deep and waterski type flotation devices are available if required.
The temperature of the lagoons is not controlled and can be quite cool in the winter months. The water can be clear or murky depending on the tides. DRC tests our water every day to ensure it is clean and safe for dolphins and humans. Interaction groups are small, usually four to six people at one dock with two dolphins and a DRC trainer and DRC swim monitor. You will be introduced to the dolphins from the dock by the trainer.