Dolphin Encounters

26/09/2024

Deeply in awe of the beautiful pan-tropical spotted dolphin at Dolphin Encountours Research Center.

24/09/2024

Well helloooo there....

Getting up close with Billy and the boys!

18/09/2024

https://www.dolphinencountours.org/post/boom-boom-boom-the-power-of-the-tail

Have you ever wondered about the incredible power and flexibility of a humpback whale's tail? Known as a fluke, this appendage is more than just a striking visual - it's a tool of immense strength and versatility!From its unique patterns to its astonishing power, the humpback whale's fluke is a marv...

13/09/2024

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31/07/2024

The proposed port in southern Mozambique poses severe threats to the local communities, marine life, and the Maputo National Park. Please read more and sign the petition to help protect this precious environment:

We call on the governments of Mozambique, Botswana, and Zimbabwe to halt the proposed deepwater port in Techobanine. This project threatens the unique biodiversity of Maputo National Park, home to endangered species like humpback whales, dolphins, and sea turtles. The port development will destroy c...

10/07/2024

https://youtu.be/28qWIPeOkvI?si=6dnO_aR-HaWECFGf

Set on the beautiful beaches of Hawaii, "Reefs at Risk" explores the harmful effects some sunscreen chemicals have on coral reefs and marine life. In order t...

28/06/2024

Gotta luv those grey faces!

Something special happens when the babes come for a visit.

A launch a day keep the doctor away!

27/03/2024

The researchers understood from this result that a clear impact on the dolphins occurs when vessels were around. Previous studies have already shown that changes in vocal behavior can be the result of stress and distress. In other words, dolphins communicate in a different way and change their vocal behavior when they encounter ship noise.

Using AI, they were able to show that dolphins communicate in a unique way when ship noise is nearby.

22/03/2024

Passing through.... with a quick stop for 'lil circle swim.
18-03-24

06/02/2024

First time mum Jagger with her calf.

04/02/2024

Love is in the air.....NOT 😂 a little male on male social sexual behaviour going down here. Great capture the other day by Dallas!

01/07/2022

Please follow out official page here: https://web.facebook.com/dolphinresearchcentermoz

We celebrate 28 years of magical dolphin encounters and continued longterm monitoring of the Dolphins

08/04/2022

Please like our official FB page Dolphin Encountours Research Center and follow us from there:-)

You can ALSO subscribe to our Dolphin Diaries featuring the local on our blog! www.dolphinencountours.org/blog 🐬❤️🐬

02/01/2022

24/12/2021

Wishing all our patrons, friends, family and supporters a special time during the coming festive season.

Thank you for your continued support, love and care.

It has been a difficult but interesting year and we look forward to a productive and tourism filled 2022!

Be safe and joyous celebrations to all.

18/06/2021

We are officially opening our Whale Season this year on the 3rd of July and have created a Welcoming the Whale’s Encountour to mark this special time of the year when the waters of the Ponta do Ouro Partial Marine Reserve start transforming into a Humpback Whale Highway!

We are officially opening our Whale Season this year on the 3rd of July and have created a Welcoming the Whale’s Encountour to mark.....