Enjoy an unforgettable Florida Keys stingray experience featuring 20–30 minutes of shallow and deep-water interaction with these gentle, graceful marine animals. You’ll have the opportunity to feed, touch, and swim with docile stingrays while getting an incredible up-close look at these beautiful creatures. Your adventure begins in shallow water along a sandy beach, where you can comfortably interact with the stingrays as they glide through the water around you. This is a wonderful opportunity to see their unique features and experience just how graceful they are underwater.
Then it’s time to put on your mask and snorkel and explore the deeper portion of the lagoon. Swim and snorkel alongside the stingrays while watching a variety of colorful tropical fish beneath the surface. Best of all, you can enjoy this underwater experience without taking a boat trip out to the reef! It’s a fun and memorable Florida Keys animal experience for anyone who wants to get closer to marine life and add something truly different to their vacation.
$65+tax per Adult/Child
– Must be 5 years old+ everyday
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Immerse yourself for 3 – 4 hours in the Florida Keys with a 20 – 30 minute shallow and deep water experience including to feed, touch, and swim with the docile Rays, a wonderful and beautiful creature. You will be able to interact with the stingrays in shallow water on a sandy beach. While snorkeling you will be able to observe many types of tropical fish – without going to the reef!
$65+tax per Adult/Child
– Must be 5 years old+ everyday
The time slots available includes a guaranteed 20 minute Stingray program, dolphin shows, sea lion show, and parrot shows, and access to a lagoon-side beach, as well as a fish and reptile tour with tropical fish, sharks, sea turtles, stingrays, alligators, and crocodiles. This is a 1/2 day of activities.
The Facility is in the Florida Keys and on Islamorada, which is one of the major island in the Upper Keys, next to Key Largo. You will get complete written directions with your online ticket.
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Driving Times: These times are approximate from the location listed below to Key Largo area, depending on traffic and weather conditions.
$65+tax per Adult/Child
– Must be 5 years old+ everyday
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The Islamorada Ray Swim is an interactive marine animal experience where guests can get into the water with gentle rays in a natural saltwater lagoon. The program gives you the opportunity to observe these graceful animals up close while learning more about how they move, feed, and interact in their environment.
This is a wonderful Florida Keys activity for guests who want something more hands-on than simply viewing marine life from outside the water.
The in-water portion of the Florida Keys Ray Swim typically lasts approximately 20–30 minutes. The experience may include both shallow-water interaction and deeper-water snorkeling, depending on the program format and current conditions.
Allow extra time before and after the program for check-in, changing clothes, and enjoying the rest of the marine animal park.
During the Ray Swim, participants may have the chance to feed, touch, swim, and snorkel with the rays while following the instructions of the professional animal care team.
You may begin the experience in shallow water along a sandy area before moving into deeper water. While snorkeling, you can also observe tropical fish, making this a great option for guests who want an underwater experience without taking a boat trip out to the reef.
The rays used in the program are part of a professionally managed animal experience designed for close interaction with guests. Participants are given instructions before entering the water and are supervised throughout the program.
As with any animal interaction, it is important to move calmly, follow the trainers’ directions, and allow the animals to approach naturally.
Participants should be comfortable in the water because portions of the Islamorada Ray Swim may take place in deeper water and can include snorkeling.
If you are uncertain about your swimming ability or whether the program is suitable for a child or family member, contact Dolphin World before booking so the current participation requirements can be explained.
Bring a swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, comfortable clothing, and a dry change of clothes. You may also want a hat, sunglasses, and comfortable shoes for exploring the park before or after your program.
Loose jewelry, watches, and other personal items may need to be removed before entering the water. Follow all instructions provided by the trainers regarding what can be worn during the interaction.
Yes. One of the enjoyable parts of the Ray Swim in Islamorada is the opportunity to snorkel in a lagoon where you may also see different types of tropical fish.
This gives participants the feeling of a Florida Keys snorkeling adventure while staying within a supervised marine animal setting rather than traveling offshore.
The Ray Swim can be a great choice for families with children and adults who are comfortable in the water and interested in marine animals. Rays are beautiful, graceful creatures, and the program can be both educational and exciting.
Minimum age, swimming ability, and adult supervision requirements may apply, so review the current program rules before making your reservation.
There are several different marine animal experiences available in Islamorada, making it easy for families to choose more than one adventure during their Florida Keys visit.
John’s Insider Tip: The Ray Swim is a great choice if you enjoy snorkeling but want something more interactive than a traditional reef trip. You can get close to the rays, see tropical fish, and enjoy the experience without spending hours traveling offshore.
Yes. Advance reservations are recommended because interactive animal programs have limited space and popular times can fill up during weekends, holidays, spring break, summer, and other busy Florida Keys travel periods.
Booking early also makes it easier to coordinate the Ray Swim with other activities you may want to enjoy in Islamorada.
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Have questions before booking? Call Dolphin World at 800-667-5524 and our reservation team can help you decide whether the Ray Swim is the right experience for your family.
All cancellations must be received by Dolphin World / Keys Adventure Tours, Inc. in writing by email or regular mail.
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The Dolphin Facility in Islamorada welcomes visitors throughout the year, including weekends and holidays. Normal operating hours are 9:15 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time, weather permitting. The final complete series of animal presentations typically begins at 2:00 PM, while the last scheduled animal interaction may start as late as 4:25 PM.
Visitor Tip: Arrive in the morning if you want plenty of time to enjoy the dolphin shows, sea lion presentations, tropical gardens, and other attractions.
General admission provides an enjoyable day of marine animal entertainment and educational experiences in the Florida Keys.
Your admission includes scheduled dolphin, sea lion, and parrot presentations, guided marine life exhibits, a bottomless boat ride, and access to the lagoon-side beach area.
Online admission discounts may be available. Admission prices and included attractions are subject to change.
You can generally purchase regular admission tickets when you arrive without making an advance reservation.
However, guests interested in swimming with dolphins in Islamorada or participating in another marine animal encounter should make reservations ahead of time. Interactive programs have limited spaces, and popular vacation dates can fill quickly.
Booking your animal experience in advance helps you secure your preferred date and program.
Allow approximately 3 to 4 hours to fully appreciate the Dolphin Facility in Islamorada. This gives your family time to enjoy the animal presentations, explore the tropical surroundings, visit the exhibits, and relax between activities.
If you have reserved a dolphin swim or another animal interaction, plan additional time for check-in, instructions, and your scheduled experience.
Many families make this attraction a major part of their Florida Keys vacation day rather than rushing through the park.
The Dolphin Facility in Islamorada has welcomed Florida Keys visitors since 1946 and offers opportunities to discover an impressive variety of marine and tropical wildlife.
Depending on the exhibits and daily schedule, visitors may encounter:
Animal presentations and educational exhibits help visitors learn about marine wildlife, animal behavior, and the importance of protecting ocean habitats.
Yes! One of the biggest reasons families visit the Florida Keys is the opportunity to participate in memorable marine animal experiences.
The Dolphin Facility in Islamorada offers several interactive programs, including:
Other animal encounters may be available depending on the schedule. Program prices, minimum ages, and participation requirements vary.
Bonus: Animal interaction reservations generally include admission to the marine animal park, allowing participants to enjoy the scheduled shows and attractions during their visit.
No. On-site parking is complimentary for visitors attending the animal shows or participating in a dolphin swim or marine animal encounter.
The facility is conveniently located along the Overseas Highway in Islamorada, making it an easy stop for travelers exploring the Upper Florida Keys.
The facility uses cashless payments for purchases inside the park, so bring a credit card, debit card, or accepted mobile payment method.
Outside meals, beverages, and coolers are generally not permitted inside the Dolphin Facility in Islamorada.
Visitors can purchase food and refreshments at the on-site restaurant, Nicky’s Grill, which typically operates from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
The dining area provides a convenient place to take a break, enjoy lunch, and recharge before continuing your Florida Keys marine animal adventure.
Yes. The facility generally welcomes well-behaved dogs that remain on a leash while visiting permitted outdoor areas. Owners are responsible for supervising their pets and cleaning up after them.
For the protection of the resident birds and visiting animals, dogs are not permitted inside the Parrot Theater area. This restriction also applies to service animals in that specific location.
Visitors traveling with pets should review the facility’s current animal access policies before arriving.
Protecting the dolphins, sea lions, tropical birds, and other wildlife is an important part of operating a marine animal facility.
To prevent accidental ingestion, injuries, or objects entering animal habitats, visitors should leave the following items outside the park:
Loose belongings such as sunglasses and children’s pacifiers should be attached to a secure strap or lanyard when required.
Following these simple precautions helps create a safer environment for the animals and a more enjoyable experience for everyone.
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Planning ahead can help you save money on your Florida Keys dolphin experience. To receive one of the online discounts below, you must enter the appropriate Online Discount Promotional Code in the discount box on the payment page when making your reservation.
Important: Promotional discounts must be applied when you make your online reservation. Discounts cannot be added to previous orders and cannot be combined with other discounts, promotions, or special offers.
After completing your reservation, you will receive a dolphin program confirmation number. When you arrive at the Dolphin Park in St. Augustine, proceed to the check-in window and provide your confirmation number or the last name associated with your reservation.
