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Swim with dolphin guidelines - Sailing & Dolphins, Bay of Islands.

Swimming with dolphins is at the dolphins' invitation
We will cruise with a dolphin pod and determine if swimming will be allowed based on the group composition and behaviour. Our goal is to provide you with the experience of a lifetime – up close and personal with wild dolphins.

* You are required to be a strong swimmer, (be able to swim at least 100m). Be aware the water is salty and deep and cool
* Sit and slide into the water in a gentle manner, when directed by the crew. No jumping or diving
* Remember to hold your breath, when you first go into the water and hold your mask and snorkel in place. * Remember to look down into the water
* Do not reach out and touch the dolphins, they don't like it
* The boat will not be far from you at any time, do not swim under or in front of the boat.
* Come back to the boat at any time, if you are cold, tired
* You will be assisted up the ladder and out of the water by the crew
* Come back to the boat when asked and signalled, promptly
* Children under 8 years of age are only permitted to swim with the dolphins at the skippers' discretion and with a supervising adult accompanying them in the water at all times



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