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UNEXSO: Dolphin Dive & Snorkel Encounter in the Open Ocean

Slip into the warm Atlantic alongside free-roaming Atlantic bottlenose dolphins at the world-renowned UNEXSO facility — one of the most celebrated dolphin programs on the planet. A bucket-list encounter of pure, unscripted wonder.

What to expect

After a thorough briefing from UNEXSO's marine specialists, you board a boat to open water where the resident dolphin pod swims freely alongside you on their terms. Snorkelers float at the surface while certified divers descend to meet them face-to-face at depth. The interaction is natural, unhurried, and deeply moving — no forced tricks, just wild dolphins choosing to engage. Afterwards, UNEXSO's dive shop and underwater observation area let you debrief and relive the experience.

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UNEXSO (Underwater Explorers Society)
USD 219 per person (Dolphin Snorkel); USD 269 per person (Dolphin Dive)
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Good to know

Book directly on the UNEXSO website well in advance — this program sells out fast. The facility is in Port Lucaya, a short USD 10–15 taxi ride from the cruise port. Allow 3–4 hours; ample time before a standard 5–6 pm all-aboard.

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