You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to dolphin tourism operators in New Zealand. Basically, you get on a boat, sail around a bit until you find dolphins, and hope they’re attracted to your bow wave. They usually are. It’s apparently marvellous fun for them to swim in. Then, if the dolphins don’t have any calves with them, you’re allowed to get in the water. Sometimes the dolphins will come right up to you; sometimes they won’t. Either way, it’s an unforgettable experience. Here’s a list of the top ten places to see dolphins in New Zealand: