So you want to see a turtle?
Where can you go to see sea turtles in the Pensacola area? There actually are several options to try.
Pensacola Beach Fishing Pier
Loggerhead sea turtles are often seen feeding near the new fishing pier on
Pensacola Beach. The following pictures were taken July 28, 2002 from the
pier. It costs only $1 to walk out on the longest pier in the Gulf of
Mexico. In addition to turtles, you may see dolphin, rays, jellyfish, and
of course many types of fish, including sharks. For more information on
the pier, including fishing prices and web-cams, click the link above.
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This aquarium in Fort Walton Beach houses a green turtle, loggerhead turtle, and helps rehabilitate sick and injured turtles for release back into the Gulf of Mexico. They also have dolphins, sea lions, otters, and other marine life on display. Click on their name above to visit their website for hours and admission prices. The pictures below are from July, 2002.
Diving, Sightseeing, and Deep Sea Fishing Trips
Sea turtles are regularly seen during fishing, sightseeing, and scuba diving trips that leave from Pensacola, Perdido Key, and Destin. Many charters boats are available, look under "Boat Charters", "Fishing Guides, Charters, and Parties", and "Diving" in the phone book.