9 Places in Florida To See Dolphins

There are very few animals with such an association with Florida as dolphins(besides the gator, of course). There are countless places throughout the state to observe these beautiful mammals as well as have a chance to interact with them. From aquariums, oceans, and dolphin boat tours, continue reading to find nine magical places throughout Florida to view dolphins.

Key West

Fury Water Adventure: Get a chance to view dolphins in their natural habitat — in the Florida Keys. This tour is given by knowledgeable guides who list fun facts as you get the opportunity to observe dolphins in the wild. This tour also includes a snorkeling opportunity!

Dancing Dolphin Spirit Charters: This tour is excellent for kids of all ages. On this tour, you’ll be able to get a tow on a “dolphin massage board” and get the chance to get up close and personal with the dolphins!

Islamorada

Theater of the Sea: This tour is a once in a lifetime experience. Hop aboard the “bottomless boat” and get to know dolphins up close and personal. Watch from above, as dolphins play in the water below the boat.

Tampa

Florida Aquarium: Take a look at the dolphins kept in captivity, or even take a voyage into Tampa Bay to get a closer look. The aquarium offers a 1.5-hour boat tour showcasing not only dolphins but many other native animals as well.

Clearwater

Clearwater Marine Aquarium: This aquarium brings tourists from all over the globe. Notorious for their permanent patient Winter the dolphin. Take a tour through the establishment; see all the dolphins they rehabilitate or hop on any one of their offered boat tours even to get a chance to swim with dolphins in the wild.

Orlando

Seaworld: Seaworld provides an array of informative shows throughout business hours. Visit the nursery to learn how a mother dolphin and her calf interact or even take a walking tour through the park. There’s also a slide in their water park Aquatica, that takes you through dolphin bay where you can see the dolphins play below you as you zoom by.

Dolphin Cove: Just across the street from Seaworld, lies a beautiful day resort. Each day, dolphin cove admits only a certain amount of customers to come and experience the magic. Guests are allowed to snorkel on the beach and even get 30 minutes to swim with the dolphins. While swimming, get your picture kissing a dolphin and even get a fin-tow. An experience you’ll surely never forget!

Panama City Beach

Gulf World Marine Park: This marine park offers many different shows throughout the day. They even provide a “trainer for the day” class where guests get to have hands-on experience with the dolphins and learn what it takes to be a marine animal caregiver.

Tarpon Springs

Odyssey Cruises: Hop aboard the largest sightseeing boat in Tarpon Springs! A leisurely cruise will bring you all throughout Tarpon Springs and even into the Gulf of Mexico! On this tour, a knowledgeable captain will bring you around to see the islands to potentially spot not only dolphins but sea turtles and manatees as well! This tour also gives you a chance to visit Anclote island and take a walking tour of the historic lighthouse!

With so many options to choose from, it can feel like quite an onus of a decision. While all of these locations have their own appeals and merits, one such place listed here stands out above the rest. Odyssey Cruises based out of Tarpon Springs provides a genuinely fun and engaging experience that makes it feel as though you’re right in the thick of adventure — from the amenities and freedoms offered aboard your ride, to traveling and visiting the Gulf of Mexico and the alluring Anclote Island — you’ll leave wishing you could have spent longer aboard an Odyssey boat tour. For more information, turn to http://odysseycruises.net. In no time at all, you’ll be feeling like a fish out of water, wanting to return back to Tarpon Springs.

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