Discovering Paradise
Discovering Paradise
A unique floating marine park in the turquoise waters of Bavaro Beach
Type
Theme Park
Location
Off the coast of Bavaro
Entrance Fee
$99-189 USD depending on encounter type
Hours
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM daily
Duration
3-4 hours
Best Time
Morning sessions for calmer seas
Difficulty
Easy
Guided Tours
Available
Parking
Available
Accessibility
Boat transfer and water-based activities require mobility
Category
Marine Experience
Dolphin Island Park offers a unique twist on the marine encounter experience — instead of visiting animals in a traditional park, you take a boat ride out to a floating platform in the turquoise Caribbean waters off Bavaro Beach. Here, in a natural ocean setting, you can swim with dolphins, interact with sea lions, and snorkel among tropical fish.
The open-ocean setting gives the experience a more natural feel compared to land-based marine parks. The platform is anchored in a protected area of calm, clear water, providing a safe environment while maintaining the feeling of being immersed in the Caribbean Sea. It's one of Punta Cana's most popular family-friendly activities.
Dolphin Island Park offers several encounter packages:
Most visitors combine two or more encounters for a full morning of marine experiences.
Dolphin Island Park is accessed by boat from the Bavaro Beach area:
Book through your hotel tour desk, the park's website, or third-party excursion providers for the best rates.
Prices range from approximately $99 USD for a basic encounter to $189 USD for premium packages that include multiple animal interactions. Children often receive discounted rates. Prices typically include hotel transfers, life jackets, and basic equipment.
Yes, it's very family-friendly. Children as young as 1 year old can participate in the platform-based encounters. Swimming encounters typically require children to be at least 5-8 years old, depending on the program. Life jackets are provided for all water activities.
The interactions are supervised by trained handlers at all times. The dolphins are accustomed to human interaction and the encounters are designed with safety as a priority. Life jackets are provided and the water in the enclosed area is calm.