Tick off two holiday must-do's with this boat trip and dolphin combo. You'll set sail on a catamaran and the adventure starts before you even reach Isla Mujeres, with a snorkel at Meco Reef. Then, after a look around downtown Mujeres, you'll head to Isla Discovery. Here, you can take advantage of a buffet lunch, beach club and an optional bike tour. To make your day extra special, you can opt to meet the friendly dolphins, with three packages to choose from:

Catamaran + Dolphin Encounter: 15-minute briefing and 30-minute dolphin encounter - 1 dolphin and 10 participants

Includes buffet, sodas and flavoured waters

Catamaran + Dolphin Connection: 15-minute briefing and 40-minute dolphin swim adventure - 1 dolphin and 8 participants

Includes: 15min of nurse shark & stingray observation, 15min manatees, buffet, domestic open bar, sodas and flavoured waters

Catamaran + Dolphin Royal Connection: 15-minute briefing and 60-minute royal swim adventure, access to VIP lounge and Fantasy Snorkel - 2 dolphins and 10 participants

Includes: 15min of nurse shark & stingray observation, 15min manatees, buffet, domestic open bar, sodas and flavoured waters, VIP Pool & Restaurant

Betere uitleg in het begin van de ste. Er werd gesproken over maximaal 12 personen. Wat werd daarmee bedoeld. Wij dachten heel de trip te gaan doen met 12 personen. Schrokken ineens van de aantal mensen op de catamaran. Dit waren er wel 50. Nú achteraf weten we dat daarmee waarschijnlijk de personen bij de dolfijnen bedoeld werd. Grandioze dag en we hadden het voor geen goud willen missen.

De gidsen hebben in het Spaans meer uitleg gegeven dan in het Engels. Bij de snorkeltrip was er niets te zien. We hadden ook een vrij grote groep, en het was moeilijk om in de stroming van de zee rustig te snorkelen. Wij hebben geen enkele vis of onderwatermuseum gezien. De dolfijnen was een leuke ervaring maar naar onze mening teveel kleine kinderen. Er was beloofd een groep van max 12 en wij waren al met 16. Foto's heel duur, 30 per koppel. Maar heb er maar 8 verschillende voor 150 USD.

The wait for check in was a little long.

Service by tui on this trip was minimal a lot of misinformation

The dolphin encounter was truly wonderful and a day to remember. The nightmare was arranging transfers. TUI both in the UK and Mexico seemed to have no idea what time we needed to leave and the ticket had a location but no time for when you needed to be there. After many emails and telephone calls that weren’t responded to promptly the tranfers were arranged. On the transfer home we had to wait 45 minutes for another couple on another boat(they didn’t turn up) before we could leave. Not good.

Why you’ll love this…

Catamaran cruise and dolphin encounters at Isla Mujeres
Snorkel at Meco Reef
Three dolphin packages to choose from

Important to know

Use of cameras in the water is prohibited. Professional photos will be available for sale
Maximum number of people per group is 10 to ensure a better experience
The use of life jackets is mandatory in all water programs
For Royal Swim experience: All participants must be at least 120cm to perform the snorkel activities. Children over 140cm will be allowed to participate alone in any of our dolphin programs by paying the adult rate
To participate in the Swim Adventure or Royal Swim programs, children over 120cm up to 139cm must be accompanied by a paying adult (1 adult per child). Children over 140 cm can participare alone in the dolphin programs by paying the adult rate
To participate in the Swim Adventure or Royal Swim programs, children over 100cm and up to 120cm must be accompanied by two paying adults (2 adults per child). Children over 140 cm can participare alone in the dolphin programs by paying the adult rate
Dock fee of $15 USD per person payable at check-in and is not included. Children over 100cm will need to pay a dock fee
Transfers are not included, but can be arranged in resort at a cost of $15 USD per person for a round trip from Puerto Morelos and Riviera Maya
For the safety and wellbeing of the dolphins and ecosystem, please apply biodegradeable sunblock only, at least two hours before the activity, or after snorkelling
The government tax for activities involving swimming with marine animals in dolphinariums is not included. It is paid directly at check-in: 50 MXN per person
The use of life jackets is mandatory in all water programs
For security reasons, children under 10 years old and pregnant woman are not allowed to snorkel
It is important to arrive 45 minutes before the start of your dolphin program
If you have been operated recently or if you have some condition that physically limits you (for example, back problems), it is important to mention it to our Reservations department before making your purchase. For your safety, women under 5 months through pregnancy can only participate in the dolphin encounter program together with another paying adult
Not suitable for wheelchairs
Not suitable for expectant mothers or guests with back problems
Not suitable for guests who suffer from travel sickness
Not suitable for guests who can't swim
Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
Bring a towel
Bring a hat
Bring bathing gear and sunblock
Bring biodegradable insect repellent
Bring money for extras or gratuities
Transfer is available for an extra charge
Some entrance fees and optional extras are payable locally
Subject to weather conditions

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What’s included

Catamaran cruise
Buffet
Instructor
Lifejacket
Open bar serving locally branded drinks
Equipment
Snorkeling
Locker
Inclusions may vary according to each Dolphin program
Visit of downtown area Isla Mujeres
Beach chairs and umbrellas

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Meeting point is at Playa Lnagosta:
Kukulcan Boulevard, Hotel Zone, 77500 Cancún, Quintana Roo

Provider

TUI MEXICANA SA DE CV

What people say about this experience

4.4/5

All reviews are verified

Based on 5 reviews

Review categories

Value for money

4.4/5

Service

4.1/5

Safety

4.1/5

Staff

4.1/5

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Harry Boom
Traveled as a couple
June 13, 2025
4.6
Netherlands
Betere uitleg in het begin van de ste. Er werd gesproken over maximaal 12 personen. Wat werd daarmee bedoeld. Wij dachten heel de trip te gaan doen met 12 personen. Schrokken ineens van de aantal mensen op de catamaran. Dit waren er wel 50. Nú achteraf weten we dat daarmee waarschijnlijk de personen bij de dolfijnen bedoeld werd. Grandioze dag en we hadden het voor geen goud willen missen.
K
Kristien
Traveled as a couple
February 25, 2025
4.2
Netherlands
De gidsen hebben in het Spaans meer uitleg gegeven dan in het Engels. Bij de snorkeltrip was er niets te zien. We hadden ook een vrij grote groep, en het was moeilijk om in de stroming van de zee rustig te snorkelen. Wij hebben geen enkele vis of onderwatermuseum gezien. De dolfijnen was een leuke ervaring maar naar onze mening teveel kleine kinderen. Er was beloofd een groep van max 12 en wij waren al met 16. Foto's heel duur, 30 per koppel. Maar heb er maar 8 verschillende voor 150 USD.
T
Tess
Traveled with family
November 15, 2024
5
United Kingdom
The wait for check in was a little long.
T
Tui traveller
Traveled with family
August 21, 2024
3.8
United Kingdom
Service by tui on this trip was minimal a lot of misinformation
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Gemma
Traveled with family
July 6, 2022
4.6
United Kingdom
The dolphin encounter was truly wonderful and a day to remember. The nightmare was arranging transfers. TUI both in the UK and Mexico seemed to have no idea what time we needed to leave and the ticket had a location but no time for when you needed to be there. After many emails and telephone calls that weren’t responded to promptly the tranfers were arranged. On the transfer home we had to wait 45 minutes for another couple on another boat(they didn’t turn up) before we could leave. Not good.