Key West-swim with dolphins
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I'm not sure about Key West, however, in Islamorada on the approach to Key West there is a place called the Theatre of the Sea where you can swim with the dolphins for appx $95. I've done it and recommend the structured program where you work with trainers who have the dolphins do their various tricks with you. This was the cheapest program that I found in my Keys research on dolphin swims. Good luck...
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From Key West, you need to drive up to MM 59 to the Dolphin Research Center. We went there for a dolphin encounter in June. However, reservations for this excellent ($$) program must be made on a certain day about a month in advance. Look them up on the internet and call for exact day info. There are other places up in Key Largo but I wouldn't recommend them. E-mail me if you have any other questions! Have a great time!
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I also did the dolphin encounter at the Research center a few weeks ago and it was fantastic - almost spirtual. It is VERY hard to get reservations but well worth the effort. The reason why I chose the center is because they are a non-profit org. and their goal is educating the public not exploiting the dolphins. Their hope is that you will come away from the experience (it's a 2 1/2 hour workshop)with such enthusiasm, that you will share what you learned with family and friends....
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We were staying in Key West but drove back to Islamorada to Theatre of the Sea. Swimming with the dolphins was a great experience. You're in a lagoon type area with a total of six participants and 2 dophins. I would recommend this program. I made reservations approximatley one month in advance. Have fun!