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Join a fun and educational wildlife tour in Key Largo, where you’ll meet colorful macaws and playful dolphins. Perfect for animal lovers and families looking for a memorable outdoor experience.
Join a fun and educational wildlife tour in Key Largo, where you’ll meet colorful macaws and playful dolphins. Perfect for animal lovers and families looking for a memorable outdoor experience.
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Operated by Dolphins Plus Marine Mammal Responder · Key Largo, Florida
The Parrots Make 💩 Pets Tour offered by Dolphins Plus Marine Mammal Responder provides a one-of-a-kind look into the vibrant world of exotic birds and marine life in Key Largo, Florida. This engaging experience combines the colorful charm of macaws with the playful energy of dolphins, offering visitors an immersive behind-the-scenes opportunity to see these incredible creatures up close. Captain & Jack, the expert guides, take guests behind the scenes to learn about bird care and dolphin training, making this tour perfect for animal lovers and curious travelers alike.
The tour spotlights the captivating beauty of macaws, known for their vivid plumage and intelligent personalities. Guests get to observe these stunning birds in a controlled, caring environment, gaining insights into their behavior and needs. The tour culminates in an up-close encounter with the macaws—an unforgettable moment for photographers and wildlife enthusiasts. This experience not only entertains but also educates participants on wildlife conservation efforts.
Dolphins Plus Marine Mammal Responder stands out in the Florida Keys for its commitment to marine and bird rescue, rehabilitation, and education, making its tours both fun and meaningful. Located in the heart of the Florida Keys, this facility serves as a vital hub for marine mammal research and conservation. Visitors often leave with a deeper appreciation for marine and avian species, inspired to support ongoing environmental preservation.
This tour is perfect for families, educational groups, or anyone seeking a hands-on wildlife encounter. Its combination of engaging storytelling, expert guides, and the chance to interact safely with animals makes it a unique addition to any Florida Keys adventure itinerary.
easy.
1.5 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels, no special training required
Yes, booking in advance is recommended as spots fill quickly.
Absolutely, it is family-friendly and suitable for all ages.
Yes, all interactions are guided by trained staff to ensure safety.
Bring sunscreen, hat, camera, and comfortable outdoor clothing.
Yes, visit the Dolphins Plus Marine Mammal Responder website for details.
No, feeding animals is not allowed to ensure their health and safety.
Dolphins Plus Marine Mammal Responder has been a pioneer in marine rescue and education since its founding, emphasizing rehabilitation and conservation efforts.
The facility actively participates in marine mammal rescue and wildlife education, promoting sustainable practices and environmental awareness.
Dolphins Plus Marine Mammal Responder, based in Key Largo, Florida, operates hands-on dolphin encounters, educational exhibits, and marine mammal rescue programs. The facility offers a range of experiences led by Animal Care specialists and expert trainers, including behind-the-scenes tours, interactive swims, and immersive Trainer for a Day programs. Visitors can tour diet preparation areas, the veterinary lab, and rehabilitation spaces during the Caring for Dolphins Tour and Hard Hat Tour, gaining factual insight into animal healthcare and nonprofit hospital operations. Dolphin Life programs hosted on site provide personalized encounter options such as the Connect to Protect Swim, Discover Dolphins Dockside, Splash & Swim, and full- or half-day Trainer for a Day experiences. These encounters include behaviors like handshakes, belly rubs, foot pushes, dorsal tows, and belly rides in ocean-water lagoons and deep-water environments, guided by trained staff. The Exploratorium, a 2,000-square-foot interactive marine-life museum on site, features aquariums and exhibits focused on rescue, veterinary care, and local ecology, welcoming children aged 5 and up. Dolphins Plus also supports rescue and research through donations, helping respond to whales and dolphins in distress and sustain ambassador animals that participate in educational programs. Programs emphasize education, animal welfare, and vetted staff supervision to ensure safe, informative experiences. All tours and encounters are designed to be educational, regulated by trained animal care professionals, and intended to deepen public understanding of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins and marine mammal rehabilitation. Programs welcome families, educators, researchers and enthusiasts to learn about dolphin care and marine rehabilitation locally today.
Book with Dolphins Plus Marine Mammal Responder