Ocean World Sea Lion and Shark Encounter
Duration: 60 min (in water)
Overview
Families and marine life enthusiasts can experience two unforgettable wildlife encounters in one day at Ocean World Puerto Plata. Swim with sharks, interact with sea lions, explore the aquatic park, and enjoy activities ranging from dolphin shows to tropical bird feeding and beach relaxation.
- Travel to Ocean World, home to a tropical reef aquarium, a rainforest, and bird habitats
- Shake 'hands' with a sea lion, which can weigh up to 700 pounds
- See a funny about of sharks at a special show and encounter with them
- Activity duration: 60 minutes, in water
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off included
Details
Sharks and Sea Lions! What a Combo!
Begin your shark encounter day with roundtrip transportation from your hotel in Puerto Plata. While at Ocean World, your first encounter includes a 30-minute program with sharks. You will interact safely with these creatures, led by well-trained staff who will allow you to feed, touch and get into the water with real sharks. Then you get another 30 minutes in the presence of a fun-loving sea lion, also having a chance to hug and kiss this magnificent mammal. Take a camera to capture the memories!Spend a Day at an Aquatic Park
Your day pass to Ocean World includes snorkeling in the tropical reef aquarium; marine life shows with dolphins, sea lions, sharks and tropical birds; swimming in the Pirates Pool or Dolphin Beach; and lunch at Poseidon Restaurant. The park is open Tuesdays through Sundays, and you will find Wi-Fi and kid-friendly amenities to make your full day enjoyable.Note: There is a $10 USD surcharge per person for transportation to/from hotels in Cabarete and Bahia Principe San Juan resort.
Included
- Park admission (day pass)
- Snorkeling in tropical reef aquarium
- Exhibits
- Dolphin, shark, sea lion and bird shows
- 30 minutes Sea Lion Encounter
- 30 minutes Sharks Encounter & Swim
Practical Information
For the Shark and Sea Lion encounters please take into consideration that:
Starting September 1, 2025, Ocean World will operate with cashless payments. Guests can use Credit Cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, or Google Pay for on-site purchases, including food, drinks, souvenirs, photos, videos, and other park services.
- No jewelry allowed on ears, arms, neck or fingers
- No glasses or cameras are allowed on the water
- All children under 11 years all must be accompanied by an adult
Note: There is a $10 USD surcharge per person for transportation to/from hotels in Cabarete and Bahia Principe San Juan resort.
Good To Know
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Tour Language: English / Spanish
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Tour Location(s): Puerto Plata
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Season: All year long
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Duration: 60 min (in water)
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Minimum Age Requirement: 2 years old
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Hotel Pick-up Available: Yes
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Suitable For Children : Yes
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Suitable For Elderly: Yes
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Pregnant Woman Allowed: No
From
$180 USD
Price per passenger