Drake Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour: Featured on National Geographic
4.6
199 Ratings
Playa Colorada

Embark on a life-changing adventure with the Divine Dolphin in Drake Bay. Encounter wild dolphins and whales in their natural habitat. Book your tour now!

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • The Divine Dolphin - The Divine Dolphin provides life changing encounters with wild Dolphins and Whales in their natural habitat of the waters off of Drake Bay, Costa Rica. We have been featured on countless websites, in magazines, feature films and TV shows, including the Discovery Channel, Animal Planet and most recently National Geographic.
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What's Included
  • Experience Wild and Free Dolphins and Whales in their natural habitat
  • Local Taxes
  • On-board hydrophone to hear the sounds of the dolphins and whales
  • Lunch
  • Snorkeling gear is provided
  • Fully safety equipped, custom designed and built tour boat
  • Professional, experienced guides and marine biologists dedicated to conservation and preservation
Additional Information

Featured on National Geographic, Animal Planet, Discovery Channel, Travel Channel and more, the Divine Dolphin has been providing life changing opportunities to encounter wild Dolphins and Whales in their natural habitat since 1998.
The Divine Dolphin is Drake Bay’s original dolphin and whale watching tour and the only operator in the area dedicated…

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Location
Playa Colorada
For most hotels, we pick up at the main beach in Drake Bay, Playa Colorado, where the road ends at the beach and where all the boats come in and out. If you are staying at a hotel further from town, let us know so we can tell you where the pick up will be.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(199 Ratings)
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Tuckeytalk
Feb 9, 2025
A truly memorable experience! - What a great experience with Divine Dolphin! The communication before the trip was excellent and staff on the boat were very helpful and personable. There were a couple of issues that occurred which were outside of their control but they were dealt with professionally and we were kept well informed. There is obviously no absolute guarantee what can be seen on any tour, that's the nature (and beauty!) of wildlife but we had some interesting and prolonged sightings of Pseudo Orcas and Bottlenose Dolphins in close proximity as well as some really interesting fish and sea birds. The staff were very knowledgeable and keen to share their enthusiasm for both the wildlife and ecological matters. I would certainly recommend Divine Dolphins for their ecological credentials, and for their professional and personable approach. A truly memorable experience!
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Aduke1
Jan 27, 2025
Unforgettable Whale and Dolphin Watching Experience in Drake Bay - Last week, my family and I embarked on a whale and dolphin watching tour in Costa Rica's Drake Bay, and it was nothing short of spectacular. Not only did we have the rare opportunity to witness a playful interaction between Roughtooth dolphins and a female Humpback whale, but the magic continued as we encountered three more whales participating in a mating hunt. This spectacle was both special and magical, unfolding right before our eyes. Our guides, Sierra and Katie, were exceptionally knowledgeable and passionate about the migration patterns and behaviors of these magnificent mammals. They shared insights that greatly enriched our understanding and appreciation of what we were witnessing. Their expertise made the tour not only educational but also deeply engaging. We spent over three hours on the water, following the whales and getting to see them up close. The tour was well-organized, ensuring that everyone on board was safe and had a fantastic view of the action. To top it off, we even took a dip in the waters of Drake Bay, which was a refreshing end to our adventure. This tour was a highlight of our trip to Costa Rica, providing us with memories that we are still processing. It was an educational, awe-inspiring, and fun experience for the whole family. If you find yourself in Drake Bay, do not miss this incredible opportunity to connect with nature in such a unique and exciting way.
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Discover15022985361
Jan 15, 2025
An amazing day out on the water - We had such a great time on this tour the first time, we just had to go a second time. On our Jan 8 tour we came across spotted dolphins and bottlenose dolphins within the first hour and then were entertained by a mega pod of spinner dolphins for about 60 minutes later in the day. Definitely a wow experience from start to finish. Our tour on Jan 11 was very different but still amazing. Katie, the onboard naturalist did a great job of explaining the risks commercial fishing poses for the dolphin population, the work the company’s owner, Sierra, is doing trying to elevate the area to a Marine Protected Area, the different types of dolphins in the area, and lots of info about whales that frequent the area seasonally. Captain Dennis expertly followed birds to 4 bait balls, went to all the dolphins’ favourite spots and reached out to fishing boats but nature is unpredictable and she was being elusive for the first couple hours of the tour. Then our luck changed and we came across a Beaked whale - an encounter so rare, owner Sierra has only seen a few over the 27 years of running her company. We then had a cooling off dip, great snacks and lunch, and saw jumping tuna and flying fish. On the way back we found 2 sea turtles and then spotted a pod of playful bottle nose dolphins. The baby dolphin was especially cute and we all thoroughly enjoyed the acrobatic jumps displayed by the pod. Kudos to Katie, Dennis and Sierra for making the trip fun, informative from start to finish, and for persevering in an unpredictable environment. We would definitely recommend this experience to others, whether singles, couples or families with kids.
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Jadesiu
Jan 15, 2025
Relaxing boat ride with whales & dolphins - We had an amazing time. Chill time on the boat, seeing dolphins and whales. Also saw the waterfall and caves. Katie was a great guide, very knowedgeable!!
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Samanthase9019qu
Jan 14, 2025
Highly Recommend! Excellent Experience - Our experience with Divine Dolphin was outstanding! We chose Divine Dolphin because of the contribution the owner and company has made to protecting the marine area and the species that live in it. We were not disappointed. Our guide, Katie, was phenomenal. She was extremely knowledgeable. She and the amazing boat captain ensured safety and a once in a lifetime experience. We were able to witness hundreds of spinner dolphins, spotted dolphins, an Olive Ridley turtle, sailfish and even a sloth hanging in a tree on shore. It really was an exceptional day. Thank you! We will be back.
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Z9269rcmattc
Jan 13, 2025
An amazing dolphin experience - My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our experience with Divine Dolphin on January 8. Katie the naturalist was very friendly, answering my questions and providing tons of insight on dolphins and the Osa marine environment. Dennis was a great captain, and the owner Sierra was very gracious. We stopped several times to check out spotted dolphins, saw a couple of turtles, lots of sea birds, and after heading out into deeper water for 30 mins or so where very fortunate to spend quality time with hundreds of spinner dolphins, sea birds and scared tuna jumping like crazy. Snack time and lunch were very tasty, and we also appreciated taking a dip in the water to cool off thinking it was intriguing that there was 3000+ ft of water below us. I’d recommend this experience for solo travellers, couples, or those with families, anyone that loves a day out on the water and the chance to see a variety of dolphins and other marine life.
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W5587pmwilliamn
Jan 10, 2025
Best five hour marine eco tour in the world probably. Divine Dolphin videos can be seen on youtube , Instagram and face - Four times I have taken this tour and four tim3es we found mega pods of dolphins visible almost nowhere else in the world, plus some whales, pods of tuna, manta rays and turtles. The sea is usually calm and the guides are great, Katie especially.
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Cosbrown
Jan 7, 2025
Once in a Lifetime! - Our family of 3 did this tour twice, and it was excellent both times. We saw spotted dolphins and Olive Ridley turtles the first day, and then on the second tour we were able to spend multiple hours in the middle of a massive pod of spinner dolphins! Sierra, Katie, and Capitan Denis were amazing. Highly recommend this for anyone in Drake Bay!
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Navigator68101482572
Dec 24, 2024
Great experience! - The crew was knowledgeable and passionate about the dolphins and whales in the area. Communication prior to our tour was clear and we knew exactly where to find our boat. We were able to see a large group consisting of multiple pods of dolphins feeding.
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Annamaria_m
Jan 9, 2025
Very misleading description of the tour - It was ok if you want to see dolphins but I felt that the description about this tour is very misleading. First of all it says that they have a hydrophone so you can hear the sounds. We had no such thing on our boat. We did hear a lot of music from the captains speakerboxes though. Secondly there should be an expert telling us about the whales and dolphins with 25 years of experience. Most of the time no one said anything and they didn’t seem to have a clue where to find the animals. Most of the time we were aimlessly going rounds with the boat to see if we maybe would run into dolphins. And we did. Great, but I didn’t pay this amount to only go rounds with a boat to see dolphins. The more accurate description would be dolphin tour with a speed boat.
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