| Nowhere in the world is swimming freely with dolphins | | | | Dolphin 101 |
| an easier and more exciting adventure than in The | | | | - Most dolphins have acute eyesight |
| Bahamas. It is where countless visitors travel to relax | | | | - They have a sense of hearing superior to that of |
| on unspoiled beaches, take in stunning scenery, enjoy | | | | humans |
| warm people, and of course, swim in the wild with | | | | - They have a well-developed sense of touch |
| dolphins. It has become a popular attraction in Great | | | | - They range in length from 1.2 m (4 ft) to 9.5 m (30 ft) |
| Exuma Bahamas. Numerous diving programs are | | | | - They can weigh anywhere from 40 kg (88 lb) to ten |
| offered throughout The Bahamas, making swimming | | | | tons |
| with dolphins a comfortable and wonderful activity for | | | | - They are social, living in pods (also called "schools") of |
| tourists and locals alike. Part of the amazement lies in | | | | up to a dozen mammals |
| observing them in their natural habitat, as you dive into | | | | - They are found mostly in the shallower seas of the |
| open waters along coral reefs. | | | | continental shelves |
| Swimming with Dolphins | | | | - They are carnivores that eat mostly fish and squid |
| Thirty years ago, swimming with dolphins was less | | | | - They use their sonar to communicate with each |
| common an event than it is today. At the time, a diver | | | | other |
| would spot one, maybe two, dolphins. Now, the | | | | - There are almost forty species of dolphin worldwide |
| experience can include an entire family unit. Dolphin | | | | Dolphins and Humans |
| encounters take place around the globe, but The | | | | Dolphins are often regarded as one of Earth's most |
| Bahamas is recognized as one of the great centers | | | | intelligent species. Numerous stories are told of dolphins |
| where swimming with dolphins is possible. Much can be | | | | protecting shipwrecked sailors against sharks by |
| attributed to the natural beauty of the countless islands | | | | swimming circles around them. In many cultures, |
| and cays in The Bahamas. Wild dolphin encounters | | | | spotting dolphins during a sea voyage is considered a |
| occur regularly in Bimini, Grand Bahama, the Abacos | | | | good omen. Swimming with dolphins is the closest |
| and Great Exuma Bahamas, just to name a few. You | | | | encounter one can experience with these fascinating |
| can touch, interact, and even hand-feed these amazing | | | | creatures. On your next trip to Great Exuma |
| mammals in their natural habitat. But before you start | | | | Bahamas, be sure to consider this once in a lifetime |
| swimming with dolphins, you might want to learn some | | | | opportunity, an adventure that will create memories |
| facts about them. | | | | you will treasure forever. |