The Romantic Tourist

Half Moon, Jamaica

Half Moon, Rose Hall, Montego Bay St. James, Jamaica

The Dolphin Lagoon

  • Beach Encounter This 30 minute programme gets guests waist high in water or an up-close encounter with the resident dolphins. The Beach Encounter includes beachside orientation, kissing, petting, touching, singing, swim-bys and echo-location.

  • Swim Encounter The Swim Encounter lasts for approximately 45 minutes, including beachside orientation. Guests, wearing life vests, head out to the deep water of the lagoon for this programme where activities include: kissing, petting, dancing, touching, handshake, singing, and the thrill of a dorsal pull, foot push or belly ride. Participants must be 10 years or older or be at least 4 feet (48 inches) or taller.

  • Trainer for a Day Half Moon’s Dolphin Trainer for a Day is the only programme of its kind in Jamaica. It is ideal for dolphin lovers and those who want to learn more about these wonderful animals. Guests work alongside trainers, taking part in play sessions, swim and beach encounters. Learn about the dolphins, their needs, food preparation, anatomy, healthcare and much more. Learn the use of a whistle to work with the animals, participate in training games with the staff and even try your hand at leading a session! Fully trained photographers will be on hand throughout the day to record your unique experience. Participants will receive a Trainer for a Day certificate, cap, whistle, shirt and trainer’s manual as a memento of this extraordinary experience. Participants must be 12 years and over.

  • Deep Water Encounter Participants in the Deep Water Encounter don life vests for a short swim to a floating platform in the lagoon. This 35-minute encounter includes beach side orientation, belly-ride, kissing, petting, dancing, handshake, singing, anatomy and echo-location.

  • Private Swims Enjoy an intimate programme in the deep water where guests participate in kissing, petting, touching, dancing, handshakes, singing, anatomy, echo-location, a dorsal pull or foot push. The private swim also includes two keepsake photographs. Private swims can be arranged for between 2 and 4 persons. Participants must be 10 years and over or be at least 4 feet (48 inches) or taller.

Package Policies

  • The Dolphin Lagoon at Half Moon is not for the exclusive use of Half Moon guests.
  • Descriptions of the dolphin encounters are intended as guidelines for the programmes.
  • Guests wishing to cancel their reservations must do so 48 hours in advance or be subject to a 50% cancellation penalty.
  • In the case of the Trainer for a Day programm, seven days notice of cancellation must be given.
  • No jewelry, particularly rings and bracelets, is allowed in the lagoon as it could injure the dolphins.
  • Participants may use sun screen lotion, which must be applied at least one hour prior to entering the lagoon. Please note that oils are not permitted in the lagoon.
  • Restrictions apply for women who are pregnant.

Accommodation Options

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