7 Ways to Celebrate National Dolphin Day on the Tampa Bay Beaches
7 Ways to Celebrate National Dolphin Day on the Tampa Bay Beaches
7 Ways to Celebrate National Dolphin Day on the Tampa Bay Beaches
Tampa Bay, Florida offers endless options to celebrate National Dolphin Day. On April 14th, spend the day appreciating these beautiful, playful and majestic creatures. We have highlighted the 7 best ways to educate and appreciate these amazing animals on the Tampa Bay Beaches!
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CLEARWATER MARINE AQUARIUM
Home to some of the most famous dolphin’s in the world, the Clearwater Marine Aquarium is a great place to appreciate the beauty of some of Florida’s favorite creatures, the dolphin. Meet the infamous Winter the Dolphin, Hope and all their other friends while educating yourself on the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of marine life.
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HUBBARD’S DOLPHIN WATCHING CRUISE
West Florida’s OG dolphin watch and wildlife encounter is located at Hubbard’s Marina in John’s Pass. Observe dolphins and other Florida wildlife in their natural habitat up close while riding alongside them on “The Big Blue Boat”. Enjoy a comfortable cruise offering an onboard snack-bar with cold soft drinks, beer, chips, candy, and snacks.
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DOLPHIN SURFING SPEEDBOAT ADVENTURE
Race right alongside dolphins as they dip, dive and jump in the wake of the speedboat. Starlight’s Dolphin Speedboat Adventure is located in South Pasadena right before St. Pete Beach. This high-speed ride is a narrated cruise of the scenic waterways surrounding the beautiful Gulf Beaches. Watch as acrobatic bottlenose dolphins surf and dive alongside.
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DOLPHIN WATCH SAILING EXCURSION
Come sail away to St. Pete Beach to experience Dolphin Landings unique Dolphin watch sailing excursion. Experience the natural wonder of the wild sea creatures on board of a luxury sailing yacht and glide silently among the dolphin.
DOLPHIN-SNORKELING AT SHELL KEY
Get the best of both worlds by taking one cruise that allows you to go snorkeling on Shell Key, and to see dolphins at the same time. Island Ferry, located in Tierra Verde, allows you to get into the water to explore the beauty of the warm Florida water’s, then cruise by dolphin before you head back to the shore. See dolphins in their natural habitat, along with manatees, rays, and wild birds.
DOLPHIN QUEST ECO-FRIENDLY DOLPHIN CRUISE
Educate yourself of the natural Florida wildlife while taking in the beauty of the Gulf of Mexico. Sunshine Scenic Tours Dolphin Quest is located in John’s Pass on Madeira Beach. Discuss the different varieties of dolphins while exploring Boca Ciega Bay and it’s pristine beaches.
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WILD DOLPHIN CRUISE FROM THE FLORIDA AQUARIUM
All aboard the luxurious 72-foot catamaran, to view the incredible ecosystem of Tampa Bay and the abundance of wildlife that calls it home. The Florida Aquarium, located in Tampa Florida, offers the ability to explore the over 8,000 animals and variety of exhibits within the aquarium itself then get out in the wild for a dolphin cruise.
