Spend 3–4 hours enjoying the Florida Keys, featuring an exciting 20–30 minute shallow and deep-water shark experience. You’ll have the opportunity to feed, touch, and swim with gentle sharks while learning more about these fascinating and majestic creatures. Your adventure begins in shallow water along a sandy beach, where you can interact with the sharks up close. Then, put on your snorkel and explore the lagoon, where you can watch the sharks and a variety of colorful tropical fish swimming around you. There’s no need to venture out to the reef to enjoy an amazing snorkeling experience!
$125+tax/fee per Adult/Child
– Must be 8 years old+ everyday
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The time slots available includes a guaranteed 20-30 minute Shark 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.
Driving Times: These times are approximate from the location listed below to Key Largo area, depending on traffic and weather conditions.
$125+tax/fee per Adult/Child
– Must be 8 years old+ everyday
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Get ready for an unforgettable Florida Keys Shark Swim, where you can get up close with these fascinating marine animals in a safe and controlled environment. Swim and snorkel alongside gentle sharks in a natural saltwater lagoon while watching their graceful movements beneath the water. You’ll even have opportunities to feed and touch the sharks during your experience.
While snorkeling through the lagoon, keep an eye out for colorful tropical fish and other marine life that make this experience even more memorable. It’s a unique way to enjoy the underwater world of the Florida Keys without having to travel out to the reef.
If swim with dolphins in Islamorada is also on your Florida Keys bucket list, the park offers dolphin programs along with several other marine animal experiences, making it easy to enjoy more than one animal adventure during your visit.
$125+tax/fee per Adult/Child
– Must be 8 years old+ everyday
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.
All cancellations must be received by Dolphin World / Keys Adventure Tours, Inc. in writing by email or regular mail.
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Do you have a Frequently Asked Question Page with more information? Yes, click this link to see more on the facility, location, map, and hotel information. < FAQ PAGE CLICK HERE >
Does your program go on Rain or Shine? Yes, this program goes on Rain or Shine. The dolphin swim and shows, will go on most of the time. If there is thunder, there might be a delay before the program resumes again. The snorkel portion of the day could get postponed or canceled due to weather. If your snorkel trip does get canceled, you can reschedule or get a partial refund for that part of your day.
Must I know how to swim to participate? You should be comfortable in the water. The dolphin swim takes place in a 15 to 20 foot deep lagoon.
What does it mean to be an Observer? An Observer is a Participant’s friend or family member. Observers participate in all aspects of the program minus the in-water interaction. During the interaction you can cheer on the Participants and take photos. The Observers stay in the stands and have no contact with the dolphins. The fee includes complimentary admission to the dolphin park, so you can see the rest of the shows and exhibits. Observers under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
What should I bring? A bathing suit or swimming attire is required. You can rely on us to provide the following: Showers, lockers(refundable deposit), and wetsuits. Wetsuits can be rented. All jewelry must be removed prior to entering the water.
What about taking photographs with the Dolphins during my session? Yes, there are professional staff photographers taking photographs or video of you and your dolphin session. You can purchase these photographs after your session. Prices ranges from $40 and up, depending on how many photographs you purchase. You can not take a regular camera into the water with you during your dolphin session. If you do have a family or a friend come with you as an observer, they can take photographs of you during your session. Hint: If you don’t have an observer in your group, you might ask another observer from another group to take a few photographs with your camera.
What kind of pools do the animals live in at the Dolphin facility? The animals live in natural salt-water lagoons. The water is pumped in from the Atlantic Ocean.
How big is the lagoon? The lagoon is three acres in size with an average depth of 15 to 20 feet. The rest of the property is about 17 acres in size and rich with tropical foliage and orchids.
Do you have a restaurant on the property? A snack bar/grill is available and serves a variety of delicious foods at the dolphin facility.
Can I bring my own masks fins and snorkels? Yes you can to use during your dolphin program and private facility beach. Water shoes may be worn instead of fins for parts of the ray and sea lion swim, but we do not provide these so bring your own.
Do we have to pay extra entrance and parking fees ? No. There are no extra entrance or parking fees when snorkeling or the dolphin program.
Can handicapped individuals participate? While this dolphin program does accept handicapped individuals, this program is not a Dolphin Therapy session. This program is primarily recreational. Those interested in a therapy program should consider other locations in the Florida Keys. Although accommodations for handicapped individuals can be arranged, they will not receive special treatments such as extended time or more interactions. If a handicapped individual is to participate, this circumstance will be handled on a case-by-case basis. The following questions will need to be addressed and may require prior management approval:
Can someone who is blind participate? Yes, this individual must be accompanied in the water by a paid assistant. The assistant, he/she must pay the full regular price.
Are glasses/contacts permitted in the water? Contact lenses can be worn. Prescription glasses with clear lenses will be permitted only if they are needed but they cannot be removed at anytime (including for pictures) during the session. Glasses with dark lenses are not permitted unless the individual is sensitive to sunlight, in which case a doctor’s letter will need to be necessary.
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Includes: Shark Swim – A 20 to 30-minute shallow and deep-water experience where you can feed, touch, and swim with gentle Sharks, remarkable and fascinating creatures. You’ll have the chance to interact with the sharks in shallow water on a sandy beach. While snorkeling, you can observe a variety of tropical fish—no need to visit the reef! – Suitable for ages 8 and up. Click & Book Now!
