The Florida Aquarium in Tampa Bay is offering cruises aboard a 64-foot, 49-passenger catamaran, officially named Bay Spirit. The Aquarium has partnered with the Tampa Port Authority in order to bring this important project to life.
Many guests ask, "Where are the dolphins?" Instead of pointing out to the Bay, the Aquarium can take its guests out to the Bay to see these incredible animals. Tampa Bay is home to over 400 bottlenose dolphins. It is also one of the best places in Florida to view birds and an abundance of native fish. And all of this wildlife thrives in a working, deep water port, in close proximity to one of the fastest growing population centers in the United States.
So, find your sense of adventure, a good pair of binoculars, and come along for an adventure into Tampa Bay like no other!
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See thousands of sea animals and plants, including live sharks and rays in a touch pool. Dive shows and 'behind the scenes' tours are included in the entry price!
Follow the journey of a drop of water from its source in freshwater springs, to the open ocean. Have a hands-on experience with live sharks and rays in a 5,000 gallon touch pool. Enjoy live animal encounters, behind the scenes tours and dive shows daily at no additional fee.
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Please note: Lunch is not included in the cruise price. A full sit down lunch is available to purchase on board. A snack bar and full cocktail service are also available.
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Shark Bay is a 93,000-gallon saltwater exhibit that is home to shark species from around the world including sand tiger sharks, zebra sharks, nurse sharks, black tip reef sharks and a green sea turtle. The Dive with the Sharks program is designed to dispel the commonly held myth that sharks are man-eaters and to convey a strong conservation message to visitors. Essentially, this is an extension of the successful and popular dive show "Sharks! From Fear to Fascination!"
WHAT YOU GET: The program is approximately 90-minutes and includes an educational presentation about sharks and a 30-minute dive in the Shark Bay exhibit. Exit the shark cage with a qualified dive master and position yourself on the bottom of the exhibit for optimal viewing of the sharks. Family and friends will be able to watch from the Sea Hunt gallery.
SAFETY: There are two dive masters in the exhibit with you and one surface tender present during all dives. This program is operated with the highest standards of recreational diving. The Florida Aquarium dive team is trained to supervise recreational diving activities by world wide recognized scuba training agencies. Emergency oxygen and first aid kits are onsite for all diving operations. The dive and security team have a well-practiced emergency action plan in order to handle medical emergencies. All team members are trained in the use of emergency oxygen, first aid and CPR.
Advanced reservations are required to participate in the Dive with the Sharks program, it is not available to book on the day.
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Enjoy fine dining at your individually reserved table. Your sit-down dinner with choice of entree is prepared fresh to order on board.
Before or after dinner, feel free to move about the vessel's decks. Dance to your favorite songs performed by talented musicians or you may choose to take a romantic stroll on the outer decks. Your favorite cocktails are also available from the two service bars.
Please note: Dinner is not included in the cruise price. It must be purchased at the time of your cruise.
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Please note: Lunch is not included in the cruise price. Full sit down luncheon service, including a choice of five entrees is available to purchase on board. A snack bar is available for those not making reservations for lunch.
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Meet 100+ exotic cats representing 16 species of wild cat. This is a walking tour, but is accessible by scooter or you can be provided with golf cart transport at no extra charge. All Cat-a-tats (enclosures) are 1200 square feet to 3 acres of lush tropical landscaping for each of the cats. The tour path winds through 45 acres of these enclosures so that you can stand 3 feet from leopards, lions, tigers and more.
Every tour is different than the one before because of the vast number of big cats and all of the things they find to do to amuse themselves. The volunteers spend a lot of time creating enrichment for the cats so that they have something new to play with and you get to watch as they check out a new scent toy or frolic around chasing ice balls. Look up into the trees and see cats sleeping or peek into underground dens and notice glowing eyes peeking back at you.
Your guide will tell you about each specie in the wild and the threats and challenges they face for survival. Most of the cats rescued were formerly pets because of the poor laws and lack of information available that would prevent people from making such a big mistake. Find out why it never works out for the person or the cat when you see for yourself that they all spray. Your guide will tell you when you are in a spray zone and when to run!
Kids Tour
Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour specifically geared towards the "under 10's". Get an up-close look at the workings of Big Cat Rescue, and learn about the exotic cats and the other animals that reside here. This tour lasts for approximately one hour.
Your guide will know all the fun facts that you will want to share with your friends. Strollers are allowed, but the terrain is dirt. There are barricades around all of the enclosures to keep little ones out of harm?s way, but parents must keep their children under control.
Big Cat Rescue is approved by the Better Business Bureau and Give.org, the non-profit sector of the Better Business Bureau
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As one of the top zoos in North America, Busch Gardens brings you face-to-face with more exotic and endangered animals than any destination outside of Africa. Live shows, including the Broadway-style KaTonga - Musical Tales from the Jungle, carry you to the heart of the jungle through music and dance. And prepare yourself for heart-pounding excitement with SheiKra - America's first dive coaster.
Discover a colorful village nestled among towering trees, explore a 3-story play land of climbing nets and exploration tunnels, soar above the treetops on a zip line adventure or launch into the sky from inside a 35-foot (10 meter) waterfall. Then, come face-to-face with orangutans and test your strength in a tug of war with a Bengal tiger, all in Jungala - the only jungle in the world that plays with you.
SeaWorld Orlando
At SeaWorld Orlando, every encounter is a new adventure when you come face to face with the friendly dolphins, magnificent white beluga whales and playful penguins of SeaWorld Orlando. Experience life far under the sea as you feed dolphins, get up close to a polar bear and count the teeth on a shark! Of course, there's also the mythical rush of the Journey To Atlantis® water coaster and Shamu® - the biggest star both day and night in Believe® and Shamu Rocks.
Aquatica
Introducing Aquatica - a whimsical, one-of-a-kind waterpark that's only in Orlando and could only come from SeaWorld. Where one river floats you through an undersea world of colorful fish and another races you into rolling rapids. Slides that spin and soak you, and their incredible signature ride - two awesome, enclosed tube slides that send you speeding through a lively lagoon filled playful, black and white Commerson's dolphins. Delight in the serene-to-extreme waters in the gigantic double wave pools and soak in the sun (or the cooling shade) on the white sand beach. Aquatica is where the fin is as endless as the sea itself.
Special Offer - Be A Kid Again - for a limited time, adults only pay kids prices - BOOK NOW!
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Retail shops include Anne Taylor, Christian Dior, Gucci, L'Occitane, Sephora and more. Enjoy the Tampa Bay area's most eclectic shopping and dining destination with nearly 200 amazing stores, 15 sit-down restaurants and featuring Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Dillard's and Tiffany and Co.
Shop and Play package includes:
Listen and dance to your favorite tunes aboard this sleek yacht style vessel.
Experience an ever-changing water view while cruising the smooth inland waters of beautiful Clearwater Bay.
Please note: Lunch is not included in the cruise price. It is available to purchase on board.
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