KEY LARGO GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Signature Swim at Dolphins Plus — In‑water dolphin encounter in Key Largo
A guided, age‑restricted program that pairs an educational briefing with shallow‑ and deep‑water behaviors and close, hands‑on interactions; this guide explains what to expect and who can participate.
Signature Swim at Dolphins Plus — In‑water dolphin encounter in Key Largo.
Set in Key Largo, the Signature Swim at Dolphins Plus begins with an educational briefing and moves through a staged progression: meet the dolphins in shallow water, swim out for a pair of deep‑water behaviors, then finish back in the shallows for intimate body‑and‑belly‑rub interactions. The operator emphasizes dolphin welfare and lets the animals guide the program, so exact behaviors vary by session.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Shallow‑to‑deep progression
After an educational briefing, participants start standing in a shallow area to meet the dolphins, then swim into deeper water to perform two deep‑water behaviors—one higher energy and one a posed behavior—before returning to the shallows for close interactions.
High‑energy moves and posed interactions
The program includes one high‑energy deep‑water behavior such as a foot push or dorsal tow and one posed behavior such as a kiss, cradle, or pole jump; all behaviors are chosen with the dolphins' welfare and success in mind.
Optional Paint and Photo add‑ons
Guests can enhance the Signature Swim with a Paint with a Dolphin option and may purchase a digital photo package documenting the interaction.
What the day feels like
What the Signature Swim feels like
The flow is deliberately staged: a briefing sets expectations, a gentle shallow‑water meet builds comfort, a focused deep‑water segment delivers one energetic behavior and one posed interaction, and the session concludes with close‑up, low‑stress contact in shallow water. Because the dolphins guide each program, no two swims are identical.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this program suits — and who should plan an alternative.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring swimwear and anything prescribed by the operator; participants should be comfortable in 12–15 foot deep water. (Confirm specific kit with the operator.)
Digital photo packages of the dolphin interaction are available for purchase (listed rate: $89.95). A Paint with a Dolphin enhancement is also offered.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What is the minimum age to participate?
Minimum age for the Signature Swim is 7 years old.
Do children need adult supervision or participation?
Participants ages 7–9 must be accompanied by a paid participating adult; participants ages 10–17 must be accompanied by a paid spectating adult.
Can pregnant women participate?
Pregnant women are unable to participate in in‑water encounters but are welcome to sign up for Dockside and Paint programs.
Can I buy photos of the interaction?
Yes — digital photo packages of the dolphin interaction may be purchased; the listed rate for a digital photo package is $89.95.
Do I need to speak English to join the swim?
Participants must understand English or be accompanied by a paid participating translator.
How deep is the water during the deep‑water portion?
Participants should be comfortable in water that is 12–15 feet deep for the deep‑water segment of the program.