Dolphins Plus
Key Largo
Dolphins Plus is open to the public seven days a week, throughout the year, for two different dolphin-swim programs.The structured swim takes place in an enclosed area that guarantees contact with the dolphins, although the extent of the contact is up to the trainer and the dolphins. It is not a snorkeling program and participants should be good swimmers and comfortable in water over their heads. Floatation devices will be used. Children 7-13 may participate with a parent or guardian at least 18 years of age. If the children swim alone, an adult must observe. Observers do not go in the water and interact with the dolphins. Cost is $150 for the dolphin-swim and $10 for observers.
The unstructured swim does not guarantee contact with the dolphins since these dolphins are not trained to behaviors in exchange for food. Participants should be good swimmers and have previously used a mask, fins, and snorkel. The ability to swim and dive underwater is a plus as floatation devices cannot be used. Children must be eight years of age to participate and be accompanied by a parent or guardian at least 18 years of age. Cost is $100 for a 30-minute natural swim or $175 for a double natural swim lasting one hour.
Participants should expect to spend at least two-hours. Each program offers an educational briefing and approximately 30-minutes of time with the dolphins.
Call 305-451-1993 or toll-free 866-860-7946 for reservations. Reservations cannot be made via the Internet.
Wild About Dolphins
Key West
Capt. Sherry Sullenger guides your journey to the playground of the dolphins off the coast of Key West. You will experience the natural wonders of coral reefs, back-country mangrove habitats, diverse bird populations, local marine life, and swim with bottlenose dolphins.These encounters takes place with wild dolphins – in their home, on their terms. Personal contact often happens, but cannot be guaranteed.
Wild About Dolphins offers half day excursions at $85 per person with a maximum of six passengers. Private full- and half-day excursions are available. Snorkel gear, wet suits, breakfast or lunch, beverages, and towels are provided.
