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Best known for: Touching hearts... and minds!

For everyone young and not so young, here is your chance to get nose to whisker with one of the ocean's most fascinating and friendly creatures - the sea lion. By getting up close and personal with these cheeky characters our sea lion program gives you the chance to swim, interact and learn more about these amazing, energetic and mischievous marine mammals in the most intimate of settings.

These effortlessly nimble and adorable sea lions are also forthright - always telling you exactly what's on their minds. Their barks, honks and trumpets will have everyone giggling.

Sea Lions encounter -  $79 (Adults) $55 (Children) - Designed to be both educational and fun, this program begins with a short poolside introduction to the sea lions' unique physiology, feeding habits and behaviors. Get nose-to-nose with our sea lions in our specially designed educational pool.

Snorkel with Sea Lions at Las Caletas - $145 (Adults) $102 (Children) - Sea lions are one of the ocean's most fascinating creatures  and snorkeling with them adds another element of excitement and adventure to your day of fun-in-the-sun at Las Caletas, where you'll also enjoy a superb buffet lunch, beverages, parrot encounters, nature walks, Paella cooking lessons, guided kayak tours, and lots of fun!

You'll be smitten with these lovable characters as they charm you with their wit, intelligence and skill. Watch your friendship develop through gentle petting, a shake of a flipper or two, and if you're really lucky, a big fishy kiss.

Duration - Approximately 30 minutes

What to Wear & Bring

• Bathing suit
• Money for souvenirs & photos

What's Included 

• Towel
• Bottled water

Available - Monday - Saturday  From Dolphin Adventures Center in Nuevo Vallarta

Activity Level - Easy

Restrictions - Min. Age: 4 years old. Children ages 4-8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Did You Know? -  Adult males can grow over 2.73m (9 ft) and weigh up to 350Kg (770 lb).