Florida's Gulf Islands Visitors Guide® 2008 - (Page 20) Discover an aquatic paradise The waters surrounding Florida’s Gulf Islands are a tropical oasis of marine life – life that can be seen as up-close as you desire. Sightseeing charters in the bay and along the coast offer an easy way to become acquainted with scenic mangrove islands and friendly marine mammals. Dolphin sightings are common during any coastal excursion, and eco-oriented bay cruises allow visitors to do some serious bird watching and get hands-on experience with starfish, crabs and even rays. For a more intimate meet-andgreet with the locals, jump in a kayak and paddle through the waters in search of the lovable East Indian manatee (also referred to as the “sea cow”). These shy mammals can be seen along the beach as well, but are most commonly found lazing their ways along intracoastal waterways in search of sea vegetation. Or come face-to-face with a metropolis of underwater life on a scuba trip, led by local experts. Scuba Diving Aqua Pro Divers, Inc. 4328 - 101st St. W., Bradenton 941-792-3483 Retail dive store that also offers diving instruction and charter diving tours. Map grid F-4. Scuba Quest 3318 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton 941-745-2511 www.scubaquestusa.com Widely known and respected as an industry leader for 20 years. Map grid D-4. Sea Trek Divers 105 - 7th St. N., Bradenton Beach 941-779-1506 www.seatrekdivers.com Padi Five Star and National Geographic full-service dive center. Offering Padi instruction, equipment sales and service, travel, air and charters. Map grid B-5. Page 20 | 1-866-906-TIME to play http://www.scubaquestusa.com http://www.seatrekdivers.com
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