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The best way to start a Dolphin and Snorkeling trip is to look for wildlife. We find our local Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins. Our local Captains and Tour Guides are dolphin experts in Panama City Beach.
Dolphin Shell IslandThese guided tours offer a unique opportunity to visit Shell Island from both land and water.
You can swim with Panama City's wild bottle-nose dolphins on your trip in super-fast boats that are specially built for visiting and finding them. Shell Island Dolphin Tours is smaller than larger boats, which can carry between 150 and 150 people. We only take 6 people on certain boats and 7-15 on others boats, with children of all ages. You can be in the water quickly with your snorkel gear on without any disruptions or splashing that large groups cause, which often scares the dolphins away. Your Captain will teach you how to interact with dolphins. For example, it is better to swim parallel to them than to reach out and touch them. Swim with Dolphins – We will put you in the water prior to the dolphins arrive. This will make it more likely that the dolphins swim to us rather than to us. You can see wildlife such as birds of prey and pelicans, along with underwater creatures, herons, and even underwater creatures. Shells and sand dollars can be found in the Shell Island area. Explore St. Andrews Bay or the Gulf of Mexico by snorkeling grass flats.
It is the ultimate Panama City Beach must-do!
Note that not all tour companies and rental jet skis have the same minimum age requirements as other companies. Therefore, this option may not be suitable for families with children.
Florida's jet ski rentals require that the primary driver has a valid driver’s licence. Drivers born after 1998 will need to pass a short test for a temporary safety license.
You can see dolphins all year at Panama City Beach. Our dolphin tours allow you to experience wild dolphins in the natural habitat of their home. We will literally go the extra mile for you! We depart from a marina which is located close to where dolphins live. This gives you the best chance to spot them.
St. Andrew Bay dolphins are wild animals. It is not possible to predict when the best time to view them. Dolphin behavior can be affected by weather conditions, tide cycles, water temperatures, tides, and availability. Dolphins can be seen whenever the sun shines and the water clear. Feeding activities are usually seen on an outgoing tide. The best option is to go with a dolphin tour operator, such as Panama City Beach Dolphin Tours. They are usually on the water almost every day.
Enjoy a trip on super-fast boats designed to allow you to swim with wild bottle-nosed dolphins. Shell Island Dolphin Tours has a smaller number of passengers than the larger boats that can hold up to 150 people. With your snorkel gear on, we can get you in the water quickly without causing any splashing or disruptions. This is often what scares the dolphins away. Your knowledgeable captain will guide you in how to interact best with the dolphins. This includes swimming parallel to the dolphins and not swimming towards them or reaching for them. Swim with Dolphins--We'll get you in the water before they arrive. The dolphins will be more likely to swim towards us than away, this way. Explore wildlife, including birds of Prey, pelicans and underwater creatures. Shells and sanddollars can be found at Shell Island. You can snorkel the flats of sand grass and visit St. Andrews Bay as well as the Gulf of Mexico.
You can cover more ground with these watercraft in a shorter time, which is great if you're looking to explore more of the area. This tour is perfect for those who are looking to get a boost of adrenaline while surfing the waves.
Journey the Historic Grand Lagoon on the unforgettable Shell Island Dolphin Sea-fari Boat Tour! Watch for a variety of aquatic wonders, sea shells, and wildlife. Explore Shell Island and swim, go shelling, picnic, or just relax and enjoy the beautiful island! Book your Shell Island Dolphin Sea-fari Boat Tour today and make memories that last a lifetime!
A large number of bottlenose dolphins live in the waters surrounding Shell Island. One of our Panama City Beach Dolphin Tours will take you to see these incredible marine mammals in their natural habitat.
Rent a pontoon boat for a new adventure. Maximum occupancy: 10 passengers or 1600 lbs. Safety equipment is provided.
A pontoon is the ideal choice for families or groups of friends who are looking for adventure on water. It's also a great way to visit Shell Island. St.
Snorkeling in the Jetties A popular spot is the "children’s pool", which is how locals refer the calm, protected waters behind Shell Island Jetty. The protected swimming area at the southern end St. Andrews State Park is another good spot.
The Florida Keys Islamorada, Key Largo and Key Largo have become popular places for wild dolphins to be seen. You can see dolphins year-round in the Florida Keys.