Can you swim with dolphins in Kauai?

In Kauai, it is illegal to swim with dolphins, as they are a carefully protected species, and any interference with them from visitors could lead to quite serious legal consequences.



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Oahu Swimming with Dolphin Boat Tour Swimming with Hawaiian spinner dolphins from shore is illegal. Locals can feel strongly about those doing so from public beaches.

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The whale watching season in Kauai runs from November through March. While whales can be frequently spotted during any of the winter months, if you are looking for the best months to see whales in Kauai – January and February are the peak of the whale watching season.

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Pushing people into deeper water, head-jerking, and biting causing broken bones, skin abrasions, and other injuries have all been reported with direct contact interactions with dolphins. Injuries–many inflicted by captive-bred dolphins–occur more commonly in interactive programs than is reported or widely known.

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If you're ready to trade the hustle and bustle for variety and adventure in your life, Maui probably sounds like the perfect escape. If you're looking for something quieter and family-friendly, with plenty of outdoor activities and natural beauty, Kauai is the ideal island paradise.

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Why Kauai, you ask? Well, let's start with the fact that it's known as the “Garden Island,” thanks to its lush greenery and vibrant flowers. But that's not all! Kauai is also famous for its stunning natural attractions, from the majestic Waimea Canyon to the awe-inspiring Napali Coast.

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18 Best places to swim with dolphins
  • Port Phillip, Melbourne, Australia.
  • Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
  • Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia.
  • Rockingham, Western Australia.
  • Sea of Cortez.
  • Socorro Islands, Baja California, Mexico.
  • Tamarin Bay, Mauritius.
  • The Azores, Portugal.


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Key West, Florida. Key West, Florida is an island well-known for their interactive dolphin experiences. There are numerous tours, cruises and dives all over Key West. Some let you dive and swim with the dolphins while others are strictly a chance to get to watch them in their natural environment.

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