Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comSwim with the Fishes at The Florida Aquarium in Tampa Bay is an in-water reef adventure that gives you the opportunity to encounter one of the Florida Keys most beautiful coral reef dive sites without being a certified SCUBA diver. You will wear a small SCUBA tank, regulator and floatation device that keeps you on the surface. Experience the thrill of SCUBA diving from the surface, while enjoying all of the sights below.
Swim with the Fishes provides a unique experience, especially for kids, which introduces the basic concepts of SCUBA and shows the beauty of Florida's aquatic environments through the exhibit.
The Coral Reefs Gallery simulates a 60 foot dive modeled after an actual dive site in the Dry Tortugas near Key West, Florida. In this 500,000 gallon tank, you will see a reef that is the base for a vibrant community of live animals that includes more than 2,000 animals, representing about 65 species, all native to Florida.
There will be 2 dive masters in the water with the group at all times. All dive team members are CPR, first aid and emergency oxygen trained.
Advanced reservations are required to participate in the Swim with the Fishes program, it is not available to book on the day.
Swim with the Fishes at The Florida Aquarium in Tampa Bay
Daily
Please note: The Florida Aquarium is closed on the following dates:
- Thanksgiving Day (22 November, 2007 / 28 November, 2008)
- Christmas Day (25 December)
02 June to 19 August
- 11:30am
- 2:30pm
- 4:00pm
20 August to 01 June
- Monday and Friday - 9:00am, 3:30pm
- Tuesday to Thursday - 3:30pm
- Saturday and Sunday - 11:30am, 2:30pm, 4:00pm
- Prices are listed as a guide only. For an exact price quote, select a date
- Child prices are not available, adult prices apply to all travelers
- This experience is not suitable for children aged 5 years and under, all children aged betwewen 6 and 9 years must be accompanied at all times by a responsible adult
- Prices are per person.
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- Hire of dive gear
- Admission to The Florida Aquarium
- 30 Minute Swim with Fishes Experience
- Meals and Beverages
- Additional photographs (available to purchase)
- This tour must be booked at least 8 days in advance of your travel date
- Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking
- There is a maximum of four (4) divers per booking
- Towel
- Bathing Suit
- Face Mask (optional)
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