Stretched out in luxury on miles of white sand and the clear waters of the Caribbean Sea, the Riviera Maya is a MICE tourism destination, both accessible and exotic. World class hotels in abundance offer lodging and conference space that are unsurpassed in excellence and which cater to the tastes and needs of any size or type of group.

But what are the practical reasons that MICE tourists choose the Riviera Maya as the place to hold their events? What makes the Mayan Riviera the best destination for event planners and those lucky souls that make it here?

The Sundeck Lounge facilities in Riviera Maya Park.

Easy Access. The international airport in Cancun is a convenient gateway to the entire Maya Riviera. A well-tried infrastructure makes transportation and the coordinating of events easy for planners and participants. Excursions are well run and easily available.

Outstanding Hotel and Conference Space. The region’s hotels are plentiful and superb. They dot the coast along the Caribbean Sea and offer all the services any group could want. This is a MICE tourism friendly industry, experienced and successful in hosting groups of every size and with varied tastes and needs. And, of course, groups will dine fabulously on world renowned Mexican food and a wide variety of international cuisine prepared by experienced chefs.

Unsurpassable Setting. The Riviera Maya is an incredible combination of perfect white sand beaches, crystalline Caribbean waters, pristine environments, adventure opportunities and luxury.

The Sundeck Lounge facilities in Cancun.

Of course, the main attraction in Cancun and Riviera Maya is its turquoise sea and the wide variety of water activities that can be done.

You can dive and snorkel on the world’s second largest barrier reef or skim across the water’s surface on an array of aquatic rides. If your group shares a dream common to many of the tourists to this area, you can also take the opportunity to enjoy swimming with dolphins in the beautiful sets offered by Dolphinaris all along the Riviera Maya, Cancun and Cozumel.

You might also be interested about how to swim with dolphins.

Another excellent choice for groups is the The Sundeck Lounge, by Dolphinaris: exquisite dining and drinks overlooking a tropical paradise, ocean view, palm trees and cavorting dolphins.

The Sundeck Lounge is a VIP area that includes an infinity pool, panoramic terraces, restaurant, fusion cuisine, premium beverages and of course, swimming with dolphins and permanent contact with one of the friendliest animals on the planet. It is available in the destinations of Cancun, Cozumel and the Riviera Maya Park.

Very modern and sophisticated space mixed with the swimming with dolphins experience is what makes this Dolphinaris feature ideal for MICE Tourism events. And, additionally, the premium service of food and beverages makes business groups enjoy a complete experience.

Feel free to contact us and we will be happy to assist you!

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Ventura Park Cancun is a complete entertainment center, the ideal place to bring the family for a day full of adventure, from start to finish. No other Cancun attraction has more to offer, there are six worlds of fun including Dolphinaris Cancun and the Wet n Wild Cancun water park!

The Cancun water park of your dreams

The Ventura Park Cancun waterslides are awesome, the Twister and the Kamikaze are sure to give you a huge rush of adrenaline, and a big ole soakdown! The specially designed kids area is a hit with all ages, a safe space for even the tiniest travelers to enjoy splashtime. And of course everyone loves the wave pool! But, did you know that Ventura Park is more than a Cancun water park?

Extreme Cancun adventures and kart races

Adrenaline junkies, and lovers of extreme sports will want to visit Aaah! Ventura World, flying on ziplines, navigating the high ropes course or free falling in the Heli Jump. You’ll put your courage to the test and have the time of your life! Challenge your friends and family to a go kart race at the Grand Prix seaside track, high speed fun and thrills!

Videogames, lasers and even some old-school fun

For a virtual adventure, head on over to Underworld, the high tech gaming center that will have you battling in Laser Tanks and reliving the best Star Wars battles. Once you’ve conquered the future, you can return to the past and enjoy the traditional merry go round and roller coaster at Fun World.

Swim with dolphins in Cancun!

Last but not least, we cannot forget our favorite world at Ventura Park Cancun, Dolphinaris! Our bottlenose dolphin friends welcome you to play and learn all about them. Get a kiss, share a belly ride and live the dream of swimming with dolphins in Cancun.

Travelling with family is amazing, but it can be tricky trying to please everyone’s tastes and keep the whole gang entertained. Mom’s idea of fun is floating on an inner tube, dad and sister just want to go FASTER and little brother is, well, too little to voice an opinion but we know he just wants a safe place to play and splash.

Ventura Park Cancun and Dolphinaris offer something for everyone, from the littlest ones enjoying their first vacation to the daring teenagers looking for new adventures and the “let me relax” adults. We’ve got you covered.

We invite you to join us at Dolphinaris Cancun and our “more than a Cancun water park” friends at Ventura Park for the best day of your Cancun vacation! Family fun for all!

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The Mexican Caribbean Sea is filled with spectacular life. Everyone’s favorite? The dolphin! Why? Because they’re smart, friendly, and social. They even seem to enjoy our company as well. There are even stories of dolphins rescuing people from shark attacks!

But there isn’t just one kind of dolphin. There are many types of dolphins. Each species is unique its own way.

What types of dolphins live in the Gulf of Mexico?

Let’s examine, dolphin by dolphin, each of the 9 dolphin types that live in Mexico.

Together, we’ll learn about their:

• habitat
• diet
• physical dimensions, and much more.

Here are 9 incredible types of dolphins in Mexico:

1.       Bottlenose Dolphin

This is the most commonly known dolphin. If you ever go on a dolphin swim in Cancun, this would be the dolphin you’d meet.

Behavior:

These guys are strong swimmers. They even like to jump out of the water (sometimes several yards high). Depending on the climate, they may stay in the same area for a while. They’ve even been known to cooperate with local fisherman. When they dive—it’s rarely for longer than a few minutes. In fact, it’s not uncommon for a bottlenose dolphin to approach a small boat.

Location:

Of course, they are found in the Mexican Caribbean. However, there also located in the Mediterranean, Black, and Red Sea. It’s rare you’ll see them north of the United Kingdom.

Diet:

Mainly fish and squid. Like all dolphins, they not only eat food, but they ‘eat’ they’re hydration as well. All of their water comes from their diet.

Adult Size:

Adults vary from 6 to 12 feet in length. They weigh from 330 – 1,435 lbs.

Latin Name:

Tursiops (meaning ‘looks like a dolphin’)  truncates (shortened)

2.       Clymene Dolphin

9 Incredible types of dolphins in Mexico Clymene

This dolphin is known for having black ‘lips’. It is actually a hybrid between the spinner and striped dolphin.

Behavior:

Recent observations suggest they enjoy breaching the water and landing on their back or sides. They are also known to approach small boats. They are nocturnal hunters.

Location:

The location of these dolphins is poorly known. It has been seen throughout the Atlantic Ocean on the coast of Africa, and North and South America. New Jersey is the farthest north they’ve been seen.

Diet:

Fish, squid and octopus.

Adult Size:

From 5-6 feet and 110-200 lbs.

Latin Name:

Stenella clymene

Derived from Greek Mythology.

3.        Atlantic Spotted Dolphin

9 Incredible types of dolphins in mexico Atlantic Spotted

Behavior:

They are known to ‘bow-ride’ in front of boats. They’ve been spotted frequently with bottlenose dolphins which has caused some confusion.

Location:

During the summer, they tend to be near the shore. Found both in the north and south Atlantic Ocean.

Diet:

Fish, squid, octopus

Adult Size:

From 5-7 feet and 220-330 lbs.

Latin Name:

Stenella frontalis

Stenella derived from Greek Mythology and frontalis means ‘forehead’ in Latin.

4.       Fraser’s Dolphin

9 Incredible types of dolphins in mexico Fraser’s Dolphin

Behavior:

This dolphin is a deep diver. They are known to hunt at depths of 820-1,640 ft. Unlike a lot of other dolphins, the Fraser’s dolphin mostly stays away from boats.

Location:

With the exception of the Gulf of Mexico, this dolphin stays mainly in the Pacific and Indian oceans. They also are rarely seen inshore, preferring to stay farther out.

Diet:

Fish, squid, octopus

Adult Size:

6-8 feet and 350-460 lbs.

Latin Name:

Lagenodelphis hosei

Means ‘toothed whale’ in Latin

5.       Pantropical Spotted Dolphin

9 Incredible types of dolphins in Mexico Pantropical Spotted Dolphin

Behavior:

This is a very active dolphin. So much so, that can be sighted from afar, simply from the froth they produce from frequent breaches. They are known to have impressive hang time.

Location:

These dolphins are found mainly where the water temperature is above 77 F (particularly in the Atlantic, Indian and Pacific Ocean.

Diet:

Fish, squid, octopus, and occasionally krill.

Adult Size:

5-8 ft. and 200-255 lbs.

Latin Name:

Stenella attenuate

(means ‘narrow & tapered’ in Latin)

6.       Risso’s Dolphin

9 Incredible types of dolphins in mexico Risso’s Dolphin

Behavior:

Only adolescents perform full breaches out of the water. Adults jump out halfway, and slap the side of their heads against the water. They can stay underwater for 30 minutes. Only in rare instances have they been observed bow-riding.

Location:

These dolphins tend to be found within 7 miles off the coast. They enjoy warm water, but will actually travel to cooler waters during the summer.

Diet:

Mainly squid and octopus with occasional fish.

Adult Size:

8-12 feet and 660-1,100 lbs.

Latin Name:

Grampus griseus

(originally meaning ‘fat fish’ in Latin)

7.       Rough-toothed Dolphin

9 Incredible types of dolphins in mexico Rough-toothed Dolphin

Behavior:

These dolphins are rarely observed as they tend to spend a lot of time underwater (up to 15 minutes). When they breach the water, it is only done half-heartedly. They will bow-ride, but much less frequently than other dolphins.

Location:

They tend to avoid colder waters. There exists a permanent population in the Mediterranean Sea. In recent years, many have been spotted off the coast of Hawaii and Brazil.

Diet:

Fish, squid or octopus

Adult Size:

7-8 feet and 220-230 lbs.

Latin Name:

Steno bredanensis

(Steno means “narrow” in Greek and Bredanesis was named after a researcher whose last name was “Von Breda”)

8.       Spinner Dolphin

9 Incredible types of dolphins in mexico Spinner Dolphin

Behavior:

The spinner dolphin may be the best breaching dolphin in the world. They are known to breach up to 3 yards in breach. The coolest part? They spin on a longitudinal axis up SEVEN times in on breach. Hence, the name ‘spinner’.

Location:

The spinner dolphin has a very broad range. They tend to be found far out to sea, but at times close to shore. They prefer tropical climates.

Diet:

Squid, octopus or fish.

Adult Size:

4-7 feet and 100-165 lbs.

Latin Name:

Stenella longirostris

(Steno means “narrow” in Greek, while ‘longirostris’ means ‘long snout’ in Latin)

9.       Striped Dolphin

9 Incredible types of dolphins in mexico Striped Dolphin

Behavior:

Like the Spinner dolphin above, the striped dolphin is capable of incredible acrobatics. They have been observed breaching an eye-popping 15 feet out of the air. That’s not all. They can do back-flips, tail-spins and jump in and out of the water repeated—upside down!

They can also dive up to 655 feet deep when hunting.

Location:

These dolphins are found in clusters all over the world. They have been spotted off the coast of Japan, China, and Mexico among other warm, temperate areas.

Diet:

Fish, octopus, or squid.

Adult Size:

6-8 feet and 200-300 lbs.

Latin Name:

Stenella coeruleoalba

(Steno means ‘narrow’ in Greek, while coeruleoalba means ‘blue white’ in Latin)

There you have it folks. That was our guide to the 9 incredible types of dolphins in Mexico. So, let’s hear it: Which Mexican dolphin is your favorite?

Post by Dolphinaris Blog

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What makes this experience so special?

As an animal lover and ocean conservation aficionado, I recommend this experience for a number of reasons… Before you read I’ll leave the link for the experience so you can have a look at it!

1. A TRUE connection:

For anybody who is seeking a very grounding and eye-opening experience, this program is IDEAL. All of the people who have taken part in this dolphin encounter with me leave with a huge grin on their faces. Many people even come back for more because they just can’t get enough of the Caribbean’s wonders!

Both kids and grown-ups can feel a deep and genuine bond with the dolphins, and I think it is a great opportunity to promote family values such as empathy, patience, respect, and compassion.

2. A completely exquisite experience: Come and live it to believe it.

You may have noticed how there is a whole world of different options for dolphin encounters in the Caribbean… But WAIT! Don’t let yourself be fooled by them… I’m not saying that other dolphinariums aren’t good, or that you won’t have a good time but, there is simply no place like Dolphinaris. 

One thing I find pretty awesome about this dolphinarium is that the experiences are more than the traditional dolphin swim. On that same note, I want to clarify something: these are NOT dolphin swims. Every program crafted by Dolphinaris was made in a way that both you and the dolphin enjoy without harming the dolphin during the training, experience or at any moment!

3. Learn in a NEW, FUN and INNOVATIVE way!

Nobody has the patience (or time) to sit down and learn about every single important thing that is going on in the world today. Which is something that is not always our fault, but however should be taken care of. This encounter specifically is pretty informative about the dolphin’s physiology, their behaviors and their training overall.

One of the benefits of the fact that our programs are educational comes in the way that we teach and spread information. A hands-on learning experience (not to forget that it is during a vacation, AND in the Caribbean… Lucky you) works way more efficiently than hours of researching and trying to commit to search for veridic information.

We’ve got it covered, every Seaguard is trained to help spread awareness and answer questions to inspire you to keep on helping with the ocean’s conservation after your visit!.

Why I love being a Dolphin Trainer in Riviera Maya.

It is simply blissful to interact with such complex and amazing creatures on a day to day, and the most exciting part is getting to meet people from all over the world who are interested in what I’m passionate for… You’ll never be disappointed when visiting Dolphinaris as everyone that works here is passionate for what they do, and we all want to come together (you included!) to create a positive impact in order to revert the negative impact we, humans, have created on planet Earth…

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Uncover the magic beneath the water. Are you in Cancun and want to swim with dolphins?  With so many places and so many options it can be tough choosing the right place for you… But don’t fret about it, we will help you find the best place to swim with dolphins in Cancun!

What to Look For in a Dolphinarium?

Many times us, humans, tend to copy what others are doing. Sometimes it means wearing the same dress you saw Kim Kardashian posing with on Instagram. Sometimes you go to the new coffee shop because everybody is posting stories with their mugs and they look so cute.

Regardless if you’re a follower or a trend setter, we really want you to be conscious about choosing a Dolphinarium. When animals are involved in a choice that you are making, there are certain aspects you should care about. Don’t just pick a Dolphinarium based on its Facebook likes, or on what celebrity visited it recently and made it public.

Here are the details we think you should consider before you buy any Dolphin involving activities in Cancun, or anywhere in the world.

Socially Responsible?

As fun looking a Dolphinarium might be, there is one very important thing you probably overlooked: Is it socially responsible? Does it respect the animals? There are certifications that can answer these questions for you!

If a Dolphinarium has certifications and badges on their websites you should take a look at what they stand for. Here is one example:

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