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Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Drake Bay as seen on National Geographic

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Overview

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6 hours

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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 ONLY to dolphin and whale tours. It is what they do and they are the best at it.

Delfin Amor, the Divine Dolphin's new tour boat, is custom designed and built for comfort, safety and maximum viewing opportunities for all people aboard.

The staff at Divine Dolphin have the upmost respect for the dolphins and whales and their behaviors and interact with them accordingly. The Divine Dolphin has worked for over 20 years in marine conservation and protection and now, with other leading marine conservation organizations, has a bill in Costa Rica's congress to create a marine preserve in the waters off of Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking; Use "Special Requirements" field upon checkout to advise information

A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Cancellation Policy

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

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

What To Expect

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. The Divine Dolphin is Drake Bay’s original dolphin and whale watching tour and it is the only tour we do. Our world famous tour is a combination of natural beauty, education, research and lots of FUN! Our new custom built tour boat, Delfin Amor, makes your trip comfortable, safe and provides great viewing for all aboard. Costa Rica is one of the best places in the world to see dolphins and whales. Humpback Whales migrate from both North and South America and is the only place in the world this happens. Pods of hundreds and even thousands of several species of dolphins enjoy the warm, productive, tropical waters here. Because of the love for the marine life and the unfortunate threat of commercial fishing, we are dedicated to research, conservation and education through our MPA for OSA campaign and in partnership with other international organizations.

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Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Drake Bay as seen on National Geographic

Reviews

4.56

210 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Respectful of ocean and its life … informative, safe, !

    Joysee55,

    Sep 24, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    A dream come true for me . My day with Divine Dolphin was beyond magical. We had the joy of immediately connecting with playful dolphins, but what moved me most was the long time we spent communing with a mother humpback and her calf. You could feel the trust and that mom chose to hang out with us. Sierras’s connection with the whales is something truly rare and beautiful to witness . Even as the weather threatened to shift , Sierra and her captain navigated with such calm professionalism, keeping us comfortable and safe while never losing that sense of wonder. Their deep respect for the ocean and its creatures was part of every moment. The whole experience felt special — like being welcomed into a conversation with the ocean itself. Appreciated the lunch and water too ! I left Drake with my heart wide open, grateful for the dolphins and whales, and for this unforgettable experience. This was more than a tour – it was a heart-opening experience that touched the soul. ❤️

  • This tour is not to be missed!

    sherrimX7644AS,

    Sep 8, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Sierra really knows what she’s doing! Her years of experience in this area garners the most exquisite experience. She has tons of knowledge of the area and the sea life that frequents Drake Bay. This tour is not to be missed! I went out several times, as I am aware how the weather affects things, how sea life has a mind of its own, etc. I wanted to be sure to experience the bounty of Drake Bay. And I was not disappointed! We saw many dolphins and whales on the tour, as well as sea snakes and sea turtles, plus diverse bird species. Sierra really takes the time to ensure the guests have what they need & provides everything she possibly can, including tons of interesting knowledge about the species of wildlife around Drake Bay. Highly recommend!

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  • Cannot be trusted

    Discover59773027519,

    Sep 4, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    1.00

    I would recommend finding another tour. I believe I was lied to by owner and staff. You know that feeling you get when something feels off. Divine dolphin has those vibes.

  • a learning adventure, an experience everyone needs to have

    lilymom2525,

    Aug 27, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    this is a must do. the experience of seeing these gentle creatures glide, play, dance is most heartwarming. we saw many whales, some in performance mode and others just minding their own business. i loved learning about their journeys, and many facts about their lives. a hydrophone was lowered to hear the underwater songs with hertz ranging across the scales of sound music. a world so foreign gave me a new appreciation of the species. i hope to next see the dolphins.

  • Watching whales next to your boat in serene tranquility is unforgettable, but so is following a thrilling chase!

    Elsbetht6,

    Aug 27, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    The four of us had a great tour as a family with the good fortune to see flying fish, mating turtles and some dolphins first, a nice start. Then we saw a darting calf with a calm mother for an hour, enjoying herself next to our boat! And then also a heat run, in which 5 whale males chased a female in a spectacular way. It was incredible! For almost an hour we followed the group, with the captain sometimes stopping the boat and you could calmly take in the spectacle. We were quiet about it both times, such beautiful animals right next to the boat... It was nice that Sierra was as enthusiastic as we were. The peace and time there was to spot the animals really well, also contributed a lot. For a clear picture: Sierra took beautiful underwater shots of mother and calf that you can see on Instagram, just like the one from the heat run: @divine.dolphin.sierra. As she says: it's not a question of whether you're going to see whales in season, but the ones who want to show themselves to you. In the 28 years she has done this, there has been virtually no tour without whales or dolphins. Both the calf and its mother, as well as the 5 hot men, did not care about our presence, which made it even more magical. Compliments also to the captain who guided us quietly through the waves (on other tours we have experienced often clapping on the water after a high wave, not always pleasant) and for the delicious care: nuts and dried fruits as a welcome snack, plenty of water and a delicious pasta lunch - a welcome change after all the beans and rice.??? Still in doubt: it is more than worth it, we thought it was one of the best tours we had in CR. A great end to our tour! Thank Sierra and crew!

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  • Fun with Humpback Whales & Dolphins!

    Gregory S,

    Jul 22, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Fantastic experience! We saw 7 Humpback Whales and a pod of dolphins. Sierra and the boat crew were excellent and provided a ton of interesting information about the whales and their behavior. Lunch was great too! A must-do if you’re in the area!

  • We only have whales...

    Stefanie S,

    Jul 22, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    3.00

    We have only been able to spot whales although there must have been dolphins in the area. It was also abruptly cut short: after 5am we were back on the beach.

  • You must take this tour while in Drake Bay!

    dyang2024,

    May 9, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    This was our second time coming to Drake Bay and going out with the Divine Dolphin and they never disappoint! We saw three species of dolphins, and hundreds and hundreds of them! Sierra is so passionate about these animals and she gets just as excited as the guests do and she has an uncanny skill of finding them. She is full of information and her captain, Alexis, is great at maneuvering around the animals with respect. The lunch was delicious, healthy and with no waste as they use reusable containers. It's great to find a tour company who walks the talk. We will be back again!

  • Great trip. A great company.

    onejimmyd,

    Mar 31, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    What an amazing trip. Hundreds of dolphins. Literally all around. Lots of turtles too, plus marlin and tuna. Sierra is doing great work to help secure the future of this wonderful part of the world and the tour is very ethical. I liked the little touches like the lunch, snacks, and drinks all being provided in reusable containers. No waste here :)

  • The best memories ever!

    peterbZ7145BG,

    Mar 10, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Wow! What an unforgettable day out on the Pacific! We had an exciting week in Drake Bay full of highlights and our tour with The Divine Dolphin sure was one of them. Thank you Sierra for taking our party of 3 - Peter, Greg and Jan - on this amazing boat trip. We did not see any activity for the first two hours, hoping to see whales, it did not happen but we were in for a treat of a different kind. We arrived in an area full of krill and all of a sudden we noticed hundreds of rays jumping out of the water and huge mantas swimming around our boat. Sierra took her camera and went into the incredible blue and clear water to film the mantas and we were allowed to join her! I cannot describle the feeling of being out so far on the ocean and going into the water, but I felt so much joy and peace watching mantas fly like angels around you, it is an experience I will never forget! On our way back we were finally joined by a family of 5 dolphins, soon there were hundreds of them swimming and playing all around us. If you have a chance to go to Drake Bay we can highly recommend taking a tour with Sierra, she is a professional and kind woman who will make sure your trip will be an amazing one! Thank you Sierra for one of the best moments in our lives! Greetings, Peter, Greg and Jan

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