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Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a dolphin trainer? Now you can find out for yourself!

With the Trainer for a Day Programme, you will create a bond that only trainers can. Discover the secrets of dolphin behaviour and learn about their anatomy, directly from an expert trainer.

The dolphins are sure to amaze you with their intelligence, as you learn about how these cute and friendly animals are trained and cared for. As a trainer, you will also be interacting with them personally throughout the day. You will participate in their feeding time and dive into our lagoons, giving you the ultimate chance to observe how they behave.

At the dolphinarium, you can now enjoy the unique experience of becoming a dolphin trainer in one of the most stunning locations, right in the heart of the Mayan Riviera; The Bahia Principe Tulum Hotel.

Discover the secrets behind the scenes and become a Dolphin Trainer!

Tour Highlights:

• 75 minutes with the dolphins in training sessions
• 20 minutes of underwater swimming ‘’dolphin dive experience’’
• 40 minutes of swimming “dolphin swim program”
• Backstage tour
• Introduction to dolphin behaviour and physiology
• Personal interaction with a dolphin
• T- shirt
• Trainer-for-a-Day Certificate
• Two photographs

Please note: We recommend that you wear comfortable beachwear, ensure you bring your swimming suit and don’t forget extra clothes, towels. Remember to use biodegradable sunscreen to protect your skin, the environment and our marine species! Do not wear any other skin products, make-up or perfume as Dolphins are extremely delicate animals.

The itinerary and inclusions of any ticket which features animals is subject to change without notice. We cannot offer any refunds when any such changes are made as these are beyond our control.

Tour Availability: This tour is available daily, subject to availability.

Tour Meeting Point: This activity starts and finishes at the dolphinarium, at the Bahia Principe hotel. Transfers are NOT included in this ticket. You must make your own way to the Bahia Principe Hotel.

Tour Duration: This tour lasts 6.5 hours. Tour starts at 9:30am and finishes at 4pm. Please ensure you are at the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to the tour start time.

Inclusions:

• 75 minute training session
• 40 minute Dolphin swim program
• 20 minute Diving session
• Orientation session
• Backstage tour
• Introduction to dolphin behaviour and physiology
• Three activities with dolphins
• Behaviour training session 
• Personal interaction with a dolphin
• T- shirt
• Trainer-for-a-Day Certificate
• Two photographs
• English speaking guide

Exclusions: Lunch is not included in this ticket, however you will be given an hour of free time for lunch. DVD & Photos, which are available for purchase at an additional cost. Locker use rental, which costs an additional $4 (USD).

Please Note: To participate in this tour, clients must have the ability of understanding instructions and not have any mobility problems.

Please Note: Remember to use biodegradable sunscreen to protect your skin, the environment and our marine species! We strongly advise you not to wear any other skin products nor make-up or perfume, as Dolphins are extremely delicate animals.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Pregnant women cannot participate in this tour.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Children must be at least 12 years old and must be a minimum height of 48” / 1.22m.  

The itinerary and inclusions of any ticket which features animals is subject to change without notice. We cannot offer any refunds when any such changes are made as these are beyond our control.