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Swim with the Dolphins

^{Regions: Christchurch, Akaroa}

If you are like many people you will have dreamt of swimming with wild dolphins in their natural habitat. Only a select few are able to realise their dream and take part in the most unique adventure of a lifetime.
There is only one place on the planet where you can swim with the worlds smallest and rarest dolphin - the Hector or New Zealand Dolphin

Packages includes:
• Full briefing by your dolphin guide
• Wetsuit, Snorkel and mask
• Drysuits included from May to September
• Modern, comfortable vessels
• Hot shower
• FREE hot drinks
• FREE gift pack including certificate, postcard and dolphin information sheet
• Optional photo pack including pictures of you in the water with dolphins

Report time at 6.00am 8.30am, 11.30am, 1.30pm, 3.30pm on demand (11.30am only from May to Sep)
Duration is 2 hours on the water (plus half an hour before and after)

Guarantee: If you cannot swim with the dolphins you will receive a part refund. If you see dolphins but for some reason do not get to swim with them then we give part refund. This might happen if the dolphins have calves with them, or are feeding or mating. In this case you get a $50 refund from your fare. In the last 12 months we saw dolphins on 98% of our cruises and had successful swims on 81%.

What to Bring
All necessary gear is supplied including wet suits, masks and snorkels. Just bring a towel and your swimming costume. We also suggest sunscreen and a camera! For your information the water temperature in Akaroa Harbour ranges from 11C (52F) in the winter to 17C (67F) in the summer. Air temperatures vary throughout the year

Criteria required to swim with dolphins
Customers must have a basic skill level of swimming. Obviously the water is over your head and a degree of confidence in swimming is required.

Customers must declare any pre-existing medical conditions which may limit their participation.

A basic level of fitness is required. Customers will be floating in the water and will be required to swim to and from the boat - distances up to 50 meters (150 feet) at a time.

Children. Swimming is not available for under 8’s. However with correct parental supervision and good sea conditions staff may reconsider this if space is available. A fit and confident child aged 8 and above is able to swim with dolphins.

Customers must bring with them a swimming costume and towel.

Customers should have some knowledge of English, so they can understand safety instructions and emergency procedures.
Customers must not be under the influence of drugs or alcohol