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Places to Swim with Dolphins near Key West

Key West has many activities and wild dolphins viewing is one of them. If you are looking to swim and touch a trained dolphin you will need to drive to the upper keys. Here are list of other activities you can do while in Key West if driving is too far for you.

Ernest Hemingway House, 907 Whitehead Street, [7]. 9AM-5PM daily. Hemingway lived and wrote here for a decade. He also raised cats, the descendants of which still roam the grounds and have extra toes. $12. edit

Restless Native Charters, (Key West bight marina at historic waterfront seaport), ☎ 305-394-0600, [8]. Luxury sailing catamaran for sail/dive, sunset sails, private partys, weddings/proposals. Upscale food and drink and a great adventure on the water. edit

Dolphin Tours (Dolphin Safari), 7001 Shrimp Rd, Key West, FL 33040, ☎ 800-667-5524, [9]. An absolutely wonderful private boat tour to snorkel and dolphins sightings. Capt. Gary is the best! edit

Are there places to swim with dolphins near Key West? The simple answer is no, but with a little effort on your part, you can swim with the dolphins in the Upper Keys, about 2 hour car ride each way. So there are places to swim with dolphins near Key West Florida. The drive from Key West to Islamorada is really wonderful and with a lot of things to see along the ride, including the 7 mile bridge,

We know many of our Key West guests don’t rent a car and feel a little frustrated that they can not come to the Upper Keys, Islamorada. Transportation options are little limited if you don’t have a rent a car. Hopefully we can help you if you don’t have transportation, we do have a Private Van service for $300 per group round trips will pick you up from any hotel, B&B or private residence in Key West. The group size is from 1 to 6 persons. So there really is no excuse if you really want to do this with the dolphins.

Now for those that drive from the mainland to Key West, you can stop in Islamorada on your way to Key West or your way back to South Florida. You just need to plan the extra time, about 3 – 4 hours. Then you can be on your way to Key West or back home in Miami.

We know Key West is a popular destination and hope to have you participate in one of our trained dolphin programs.

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From the moment we arrived, the staff greeted us with such warmth and genuine friendliness, immediately making us feel welcome and eager to explore. Their helpfulness was evident throughout the park, and we greatly appreciated their assistance. We also noted how remarkably clean and well-maintained the entire facility was, which certainly contributed to a very pleasant atmosphere. The layout of the park and the thoughtful staggering of the show times were particularly impressive. This allowed us to enjoy all the presentations at a relaxed pace, without ever feeling rushed. As someone who has recently undergone two knee replacements, I was pleasantly surprised and very grateful for how accessible and manageable the park was to navigate. It was not at all strenuous, which allowed me to fully immerse myself in the experience without any discomfort. One of the absolute highlights of our day was the "Swim with the Dolphins" experience in the deeper water. The staff overseeing this program were incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and continued to be just as friendly and accommodating as everyone else we encountered. Again, I found this activity to be perfectly manageable despite my recent surgeries, which speaks volumes about its thoughtful execution. Beyond the fantastic guest experience, what truly resonated with us was the palpable kindness and care shown towards all the animals. It is evident that the well-being of your residents is a top priority. Learning about your commitment to rescue and rehabilitation for animals that cannot care for themselves further solidified our appreciation for Theater of the Sea's mission. Thank you once again for providing such an unforgettable and enjoyable day. We certainly look forward to sharing our positive experience online with friends and on review websites, and we sincerely hope to have the opportunity to visit you again very soon
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I visited Dolphin World last week with my husband. We had an amazing time. The interaction and swimming with the dolphins was just so mesmerizing. I did not think twice, no hesitation at all. The dolphin show was out of this world. The trainers do an amazing job. I'm my opinion the show surpassed Sea World. I came home and told my girlfriend all about and she wants to experience this also. I told her I do it again in a heartbeat. Thank you so much for an amazing experience. Celeste Ferrell Virginia
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If I could give 50 stars I would. Every part of this experience was beyond amazing. I never thought I’d actually get to swim with dolphins! The trainers and the staff were exceptional. They went out of their way to make each and every person happy. This is something in your life you do not want to miss!
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Mya and Indi were incredible dolphins. Greatest experience ever highly recommend.
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Exhilarating! Such a wild high!
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My boyfriend and I drove 2 plus hrs for the dolphin deep swim experience and it was beyond worth it!!! We made such a great memory that will last a lifetime. I’ve swam with dolphins in the past and my experience in Florida definitely topped it! I recommend purchasing the pictures at the end of your visit:)
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It was a cool experience for the family. Relaxed and fun staff!
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I chose the Royal package and it was absolutely GREAT! I had a blast with the dolphins and trainers. The people who work there truly love these dolphins. I read a couple of reviews before I booked because I wanted to make sure it would be worth it, it is. I had seen where someone had mentioned the time they got to spend with the dolphins, I can only assume they chose a different package than I chose because, we had plenty of time with them and each person in the group got a chance with them. The only issue I had was the gift shop. I wanted to get a sticker with the dolphins that I got to swim with, but unfortunately they are the popular dolphins and no stickers were available. If anyone on staff sees this, I'd pay for these stickers when they come in if it would be possible to send them to me (I can provide the dates I was there if that would help). 😊 Overall a great experience. I would recommend this to anyone; Adults & Kids (age appropriate of course). Bucket List: ✅

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