At Dolphinaris, education is one of the key elements to our success, we are more than just entertainment, we are here to spread the word about the importance of preserving our oceans!

To take care of the ocean environment, we all need to come together and do our part and after a visit to Dolphinaris Cancun, you will become an ocean ambassador, sharing all you learn to make the world a better place.

“It is, surely, our responsibility to do everything within our power to create a planet that provides a home not just for us, but for all life on Earth.” ~ Sir David Attenborough.

What is Dolphinaris Blu Ocean Care?

Dolphinaris Blu Ocean Care is an audiovisual tour of the sea, eight modules illustrating the importance of our oceans, the struggles they face, and how we can preserve and improve the environment for future generations to enjoy.

We are all connected by water, humans, and animals alike, it’s essential to life on the planet and we are duty-bound to preserve it! Swim with dolphins in Cancun and you will be compelled to share your new knowledge and awareness that will make a difference for eternity.

Dolphinaris Foundation

In order to do something tangible with our love of dolphins and the ocean, we created the Dolphinaris Foundation. You’ll be happy to know that each time you swim with dolphins in Cancun, you are contributing to research and conservation efforts that will last long beyond your day of fun.

“Our actions over the next 10 years will determine the state of the ocean for the next 10,000 years” ~ Sylvia Earle.

What can I do to take care of the ocean environment?

A Cancun vacation is a great time to put to use strategies for an ocean-friendly life. We all know we need to limit our use of disposable plastics, why not bring your own stainless steel straws and refillable mugs? Cancun and the Riviera Maya are banning the use of plastic bags, you’ll need a funky shopping bag or two, look for products made from recycled materials and a Made in Mexico label.

Instead of chemical sunscreen, wear a good hat, long-sleeved shirts, and enjoy the shade. If you must use a sunblock, be sure it is reef-friendly and free of nasty chemicals that are killing our corals.

“Each one of us can make a difference. Together we can make a change.” ~ Barbara Mikulski.

We encourage you to practice sustainable tourism when you travel, look for companies like Dolphinaris that contribute to the preservation of the environment, the education of all our visitors, local outreach programs with schools and research programs for continued efforts at conserving our ocean environment. Each time you swim with dolphins in Cancun you are helping the Dolphinaris Foundation protect the oceans.

Ask us more about how we take care of the ocean environment when you reserve your Cancun swim with dolphins tour!

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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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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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We’ve all heard it before: climate change is affecting our planet. And not in a good way.

But most of what we hear, is about how climate change will affect our atmosphere.

In this article, we’ll cover a less-discussed, but just-as-important climate change issue: ocean acidification.

Read this article to learn…

1. How ocean acidification happens
2. And 5 scary consequences to ocean acidification
3. What will happen if we don’t slow down ocean acidification
4. How to slow down ocean acidification
5. A summary of the above points

Ready?
Let’s get started!

A.    How ocean acidification happens

Since the industrial revolution, we have begun to burn a lot of fossil fuels. In doing so, we have released a lot of carbon dioxide (CO₂) into the air.

As we mentioned earlier, we know that CO₂ affects the atmosphere. But what most people don’t know, is that CO₂  affects our oceans.

How?

Eventually…some of that CO₂ falls back down into our oceans. How much?

Our oceans have absorbed about HALF of all human-produced CO² emissions.

When CO₂ dissolves in our oceans, it increases hydrogen ions. Those hydrogen ions, then bond with carbonate ions to form carbonic acid. This leads to a lower ocean pH level.

In other words…

When we pollute into the air, the ocean gets more acidic.

Take a look at the diagram below to see an illustration.

You see? The higher the CO_2, the lower the ocean pH levels (lower pH, means more acidic).

Now let’s examine…

5 scary consequences to ocean acidification.

1.      PTEROPODS

Sometimes called a “sea butterfly”, pteropods are tiny marine creatures. They’re actually about the size of a small pea.

While they may be small in stature, they are largely connected to the food web of the ocean.

Many fish, and even krill, have pteropods as part of their diet, or eat animals that eat pteropods.

Watch what happens to a pteropod’s shell after spending 45 days in sea water with a pH level of 7.8 (more on this later).

As you can see—almost overnight—the pteropod’s shell rapidly dissolved

2.       SHELLFISH

As we mentioned earlier, due to CO₂ pollution, carbonate ions are bonding with hydrogen ions.

Why is this important?

Because shellfish need carbonate ions to help form their protective shells made of calcium carbonate (CaCo3).

Shellfish include mollusks, crustaceans, sea-urchins, crabs, planktons and other marine species.

These species are being robbed of a fundamental building block necessary to their survival.

3.      FISH

While fish aren’t don’t suffer the same dire consequences, they are still affected nonetheless.

They need to expel any excess acid. How? Through their gills, kidneys, and intestines. This process takes precious energy. Energy that could have been used to digest food or escape predators.

It also means fish sizes will get smaller.

4.      CORAL REEFS

Coral reefs are also composed of calcium carbonate. They use it to build their “hard skeleton”. This is especially true in the early stages of development.

With more carbonate ions bonding with hydrogen ions, that means less carbonate ions available for coral reefs.

The result?

A more brittle coral reef that has trouble reproducing.

Not only can entire coral reefs die, but the organisms that depend on it as well.

These species include red snapper and grouper.

5.      FUTURE OCEAN PH LEVELS

We know CO₂ pollution is getting worse. This also means, our ocean’s pH level will also continue to decrease (meaning more acidic).

Remember that pteropod shell we showed you dissolving?

That was in seawater with a pH level of 7.8.

As you can see above, scientists predict our ocean will reach a pH level of 7.8 in less than a century.

WHAT CAN YOU DO TO STOP OCEAN ACIDIFICATION?

It would be nearly impossible to stop ocean acidification.

But what we can do is, slow it down. This will give our ocean a chance to acclimate to the new pH level.

So how we slow down ocean acidification?

By weening ourselves off fossil fuels.

This means using…

• Solar panels like Tesla’s new shingle-shaped solar roofs.
• Public transportation that consolidates travelers into one vehicle.
• Supporting green companies and organizations
• Attempting to shrink your carbon footprint

How big is your carbon footprint? Find out with this cool carbon footprint calculator.

SUMMARY:

1. Burning fossil fuels leads to climate change.
2. Climate change leads to higher levels of CO₂ pollution in our ocean.
3. A higher ocean pH level leads to ocean acidification.
4. Ocean acidification prevents shellfish and coral reefs from forming shells.
5. In the end, our ocean suffers because everything is connected ecologically.

This concludes our article ‘Learn About 5 Scary Consequences to Ocean Acidification’. If you enjoyed, please Like or Share on Facebook! Let us know in the comments below any clever ways you have been able to shrink your carbon footprint.

Sources:

http://climateinterpreter.org/content/effects-ocean-acidification-marine-food-chain

http://climateinterpreter.org/content/effects-ocean-acidification-coral-reefs

http://ocean.si.edu/ocean-acidification

http://climateinterpreter.org/sites/default/files/resources/ocean_acid2_NMS.pdf

http://climateinterpreter.org/content/humans-can-take-action-slow-process-ocean-acidification

http://www.nature.org/greenliving/carboncalculator/index.htm?ref=www.nature.org

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