How safe is 'Dive with the Sharks' at Florida Aquarium?

Dive with the sharks at the Florida Aquarium in Tampa Bay. This guided, 90-minute expedition replicates the Florida Keys' most beautiful coral reef dive sites. read more

I haven't done it myself, but I frequent the Florida Aquarium and they only have nurse, sand tiger, and black tip sharks that I know of. The sharks are fed regularly and unless they are provoked, it's is completely safe to dive with them. You are also with guides in the water in case something were to happen. read more

Most large shark populations have been drastically reduced in number, and some have been fished out of existence. The Florida Aquarium to the rescue. In 2013, the Aquarium decided to tackle how to ensure sustainable populations of sand tiger sharks in managed care, as well as in the wild. read more