Panama City Beach Dolphin and Snorkel Tours

If conditions allow, guests are permitted to go in the water if dolphins are nearby. Safety is always our top priority. Your captain's instructions will help you safely snorkel around marine mammals.

We often see a variety starfish, sanddollars, bay scallops and whelks. Also, conchs up 21 inches long, seahorses and urchins as well as hermit crabs and other species of crabs are all common. These animals can be brought to surface and photographed. Large containers are brought so that everyone can see them close up before they're released into the bay. You can take home any shells that are not made of living creatures.

All Panama City Beach residents can enjoy a dolphin tour. Waverunners can be rented for an adventurous ride. Our tour boats are great for families with young children or those who just want to relax and enjoy the ride while we search for wild dolphins. You can also take photos and video to make your trip memorable.

"We had so much fun today, swimming with the dolphins, snorkeling and playing on Shell Island. Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours LLC is a great choice. This was our highlight vacation. - Christy —

Our mission is simple: To provide Panama City Beach dolphin tour as an educational experience, which will allow a greater appreciation and understanding of wildlife. We are eco-friendly and will not harm or disturb any wildlife. Your choice to be an eco-tour guide will make dolphins happy. We will, too.

We will put you in water before the dolphins come. The dolphins will likely swim right past us and come to us instead of swimming away. Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours LLC has six passengers, including children. We can have you on the water in no time with your snorkel gear and without the chaos that large groups can cause. Five identical boats are available for larger groups. There is also a Large Family Dolphin that can hold up to 15 people.

Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours LLC offers guided snorkeling and swimming alongside wild dolphins on beautiful Panama City Beach, Florida. This once-in-a lifetime experience is available to all ages, including families and individuals.

Looking to have the dolphin adventure of a lifetime? Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours LLC offers the best in guided dolphin tours, private charters, and more! Explore the waters of Panama City Beach and Shell Island with us as your guide. We’re looking forward to meeting you!

Our Dolphin & Island Tours typically last for three hours. Seasonal departure times will vary. At the moment, we leave the dock around 9:00 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.

Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours LLC offers guided snorkeling and swimming alongside wild dolphins on beautiful Panama City Beach, Florida. This once-in-a lifetime experience is available to all ages, including families and individuals.
A wide range of birds can be found out on the water. This includes raptors such ospreys and bald eagles, as well as shorebirds such great blue herons. And seabirds such stunning frigatebirds. You may also see deer at the island.

A wide range of birds can be found out on the water. This includes raptors such ospreys and bald eagles, as well as shorebirds such great blue herons. And seabirds such stunning frigatebirds. You may also see deer at the island.

Do you want to arrange a private tour for your company? You can extend the time of your private dolphin tour up to 2 hours or 3 hours. This allows you to add more activities, such as additional snorkeling and island time. 6 people can each boat. Your captain will direct you on how to get in and see dolphins in their natural habitat. Next, you can take a guided snorkel tour around Shell Island to view the other marine life.

There are many birds that can be seen out of water. They include raptors like bald Eagles and Ospreys as well as shorebirds like great Blue Herons and Egrets. Seabirds include magnificent frigatebirds (terns) and terns. There are also deer sometimes found on the island.

Panama City Dolphin Tours LLC and Shell Island trips with Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours LLC offer small private charters for up to 12 guests (maximum 6 per vessel). This gives you a more personal and intimate experience. You won't have to share your boat with anyone.

Panama City Beachers can take a dolphin tour. Waverunners are an option for those looking for something more adventurous. Our tour boats can take you and your family on a comfortable ride as we search for wild dolphins. Your trip will be unforgettable! You can even take video and photos.

Species we frequently see include a variety of starfish, sand dollars, bay scallops, whelks, conchs up to 21” long, seahorses, urchins, and hermit crabs and other crab species. These animals can be brought to the surface, handled carefully, and photographed. We bring large containers so that even non-snorkelers can observe them up close before they’re released back into the bay. Shells found without living creatures can be taken home.

Our Dolphin & Island Tours are normally scheduled for 3 hours. Departure times vary seasonally. We are currently leaving the dock at 9:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
Our Dolphin & Island Tours are normally scheduled for 3 hours. Departure times vary seasonally. We are currently leaving the dock at 9:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

Do you want to experience the dolphin adventure of your dreams? Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours LLC provides the best in private charters and guided dolphin tours. With us, you can explore the waters around Shell Island and Panama City Beach with our guide. We look forward to seeing you!

“Captain Jack positioned us precisely at the moment to see the dolphins swam right underneath out feet, it was a very unique experience.“

Panama City Beach Dolphin and Snorkel Tours
The dolphin and island tours to Shell Island allow you to see dolphins in their natural habitat. We can go on a beach exploration, find shells, swim and snorkel in the protected waters.

Reserve the entire boat on a private tour for only your party. This is your tour. This tour can be tailored to your preferences. A private charter can only accommodate six people.

Private tours are available to reserve the entire boat only for you. This is your personalized tour. You can personalize your tour. Six guests max per private charter

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Frequently Asked Questions

We have been twice to shell Island Beach. You can park in the shell island beach by paying PS7.50. The second time you drive a little further up the coast to Llanddwywe where there is a public car parking. The beach itself is vast and very beautiful.

Although most dolphin encounters are conducted with a guide, some dolphin encounters can be done in their natural habitat. Dolphins Plus in Key Largo, Florida is the closest place to Fort Lauderdale where you can have natural dolphin encounters.

The largest body of water in the Everglades, Florida Bay, is home to Atlantic bottlenose dolphins. The Florida Bay is a shallow, brackish body of water that houses around 450 dolphins. They are best seen from an airboat. Rent an airboat to see these amazing creatures in their Everglades habitat.