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Dolphin Cove at Treasure Reef, Dunn's River, Ocho Rios
Situated near Dunn's River Falls, within walking distance, Dolphin Cove is a marine attraction that you will not want to miss and one that you will never forget. There is a lot to do at Dolphin Cove, but the highlight of your visit will certainly be the interaction with the bottlenose dolphins, be it an encounter or an actual swim with one of these wonderful animals. To avoid disappointment, book ahead of your arrival by email to relax@silver-sands.com.
An experience of a lifetime!
Lal strokes his new friend (The Encounter Swim Programme).
It's educational, it's fun, and the whole area is beautiful. The facilities, which include restaurant and gift shop, are tastefully set in four acres of hillside rainforest on the edge of the Caribbean Sea. There is no limit on your stay at Dolphin Cove, so you may take your time. Explore the Jungle Trail and indulge in the other facilities on offer.
Entrance to Dolphin Cove
US$45.00.
8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, 7 days per week.
Reservations are not required for entrance only, which includes:
- Unlimited Interactive Sessions with Stingrays
- Glass-bottom Kayaking
- Snorkeling
- Mini Boat Rides
- Shark Show
- Dolphins at Play
- Fashion Show
- Pirates Antics
- Games
- Jungle Trail Walk
- Beach
DOLPHIN PROGRAMMES
There are three dolphin programmes (described below) from which to choose. There is a brief orientation prior to each scheduled dolphin programme. Reservations are required for all three programmes. All jewellery, including rings, must be removed.
The programmes start at:
9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM
The number of participants in each programme is limited. Book early to avoid disappointment! Book ahead of your arrival by email to relax@silver-sands.com.
1. "The Touch Encounter"
US$67.00
You make friends, "touch" and have an "up-close" experience with the dolphins in the shallows. Children under the age of 6 years must be held in the arms of a paying adult while touching the dolphins.
2. "The Encounter Swim"
US$129.00
You swim in deep water (flotation devices and flippers provided), play, be kissed and caressed by a dolphin. You must be at least 8 years old, know how to swim, and women must not be pregnant.
3. "The Swim With"
US$195.00
You swim in deep water (flotation devices and flippers provided), play, be kissed and caressed by a dolphin Additional activities include the foot push and dorsal pull by the dolphin. You must be at least 8 years old, know how to swim, and women must not be pregnant.
Swim, Hold and Feed the Sharks
US$119.00
When you enter the Dolphin Cove, you may proceed to the restaurant or lookout areas from where you will have the above view of the cove. In the above photo, two groups of ten persons are in the sea in front of the trainers who conduct the dolphins through the programme.
Jamaican Buffet Lunch from 12 noon to 3:30 PM
US$12.00
Every day the Dolphin Cove restaurant offers a buffet lunch which will include a choice of 3 meats, 2 starches, hot vegetable, cold salad, rolls, dessert, coffee, tea, and fruit juice. Reservations recommended.
Beach Grill & Bar
Snacks, drinks and ice cream available.
Gift Shop
A really wide selection of dolphin souvenirs, unique Jamaican art and craft, as well as Jamaican pipes, Cuban cigars, liquor and Blue Mountain Coffee.
Video Shop
Still photographs and videos of your Dolphin experience are on sale.
Miscellaneous
Dolphin Cove is wheelchair friendly.
You should bring a towel and appropriate clothing (shorts or swimwear depending on the activities you have booked).
It's best not to bring jewellery or other valuables to Dolphin Cove.
You are required to be on the property at least 30 minutes before the start of the Dolphin program that you have booked.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations made 24 hours (1 day ) prior to the time of the confirmed reservation - NO REFUND.
- Cancellations made 48 hours (2 days ) prior to the time of confirmed reservation - A FEE OF US$ 50.00 PER PERSON WILL BE CHARGED.
- Cancellations made 96 hours (4 days ) prior to the time of confirmed reservation and BEFORE 48 HOURS A FEE OF US$ 25.00 PER PERSON WILL BE CHARGED.
- Cancellations made 120 hours (5 days ) prior to the time of the confirmed reservations - FULL REFUND.
Book ahead of your arrival by email to relax@silver-sands.com.
Recommended viewing: The IMAX film, DOLPHINS, the realm of wild dolphins by MacGillivray Freeman Films.
Amazon.com states:
Believe it or not, an IMAX film can make the transition to video perfectly well. It might not be three stories tall, but Dolphins is still a lovely, larger-than-life exploration of these strangely intelligent creatures. Visit the Bahamas, Argentina, and beyond to see different varieties (like the graceful duskies) play and hunt. Pierce Brosnan's narration and Sting's music fill the water with sound and add counterpoint to the dolphin's shrill cries; the film is an overwhelming experience even in the living room. Two short features follow the main attraction: see behind-the-scenes footage of the making of Dolphins as the enormous IMAX camera follows the sleek, gorgeous beasts, and learn some hard facts about marine science including how dolphins fit into their complex environment and why their numbers are at risk. Few nature films bear repeat viewing as well as this one--new details leap out at the audience each time. --Rob Lightner --This text refers to the VHS Tape edition.
 DVD: Take a look at Dolphins now! VHS: Take a look at Dolphins now!
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