For groups who want a more personal experience or wish to keep their group from being too exposed to other groups, private tours are a great option. Private tours also offer the option to choose how long you wish to stay in one area.
To start off your tour, our guides will show you the beauty of Shell Island. This 7 mile stretch of undeveloped paradise is a barrier island that runs east to west between the Gulf of Mexico and St. Andrews Bay. This is Florida at its most natural, far away from the theme parks and resorts. Shell Island is a home for endangered species like loggerhead sea turtles and piping plovers, and is known for the abundance of beautiful shells that are found on the beaches.
For those who wish to combine both, Shell Island Dolphin Tours offers a 2-hour Split Charter Dolphin & Snorkeling Tour. These tours cost $55/person. They are open to all ages, making them suitable for everyone.
No Dolphin Tours are available at the moment. They will soon be offered! A chance to view wild bottlenose dolphins at their natural habitat is an extraordinary opportunity that will leave you with unforgettable memories of your Panama City Beach vacation. Our Panama City Beach Dolphin Tours will provide a unique opportunity to see dolphins in their natural habitat. We invite you to come along on one of these tours. It's sure to be the highlight of your Panama City Beach experience.
These watercraft can cover more ground in a short time period, which is an advantage if your goal is to see more of the surrounding area. This tour is great for guests looking for a little adrenaline rush while they surf the waves.
Florida requires that all jet ski rental companies have a valid driver’s license. Drivers born after 1988 must pass a test to obtain a temporary boating safety licence.
Shell Island Dolphin Tours is able to accommodate larger groups, so call ahead to confirm availability if you have more than six guests.
Although you may have seen dolphins in captivity in a marine park or aquarium, it is much more fascinating to see these magnificent animals in their natural habitat. Even though wild dolphin behavior cannot be predicted, and sightings on all trips are not guaranteed, tour captains have a lot of experience on the waters of St. Andrew Bay almost every day. Our captains know where dolphins can be found, and they do everything possible to ensure guests have a good time. Dolphins can be seen on most tours jumping, playing, looking for food and communicating with each other.
Shell Island is home to many outdoor activities such as kayaking and boating, hiking and snorkeling. Shell Island is also home to many pods of the majestic marine creatures, so bottlenose dolphin tours are quite popular.
Shell Island is surrounded by the As mentioned, there are many things to do on Shell Island. Split charters are a great way to make the most out of your time and snorkel with dolphins.
Let's take an overview of some of the most popular Shell Island dolphin tours, for those who wish to see dolphins in natural habitat.
St. Andrew Bay is home of one of the largest populations of bottlenose dolphins in the world. These are the famous gray dolphins most people know from TV, movies and marine parks. Although the dolphins of St. Andrew Bay live in wild environments, they are used to humans and boaters often find themselves amongst a group of feeding, swimming and playing dolphins.
These tours feature in-water interactions. Our expert guides will lead you to a dolphin hotspot, where you'll be able to swim with the local dolphins.
There is nothing better than a one-on-one encounter with one of nature's most intelligent creatures. Dolphin Seafari offers private tours to individuals or groups who wish to see the dolphins of Shell Island from their own eyes.
A: It is possible to travel by boat or on a jet ski to Shell Island. The St. Andrews Shuttle from Shell Island costs $24.95 for 13-year-olds, $17.95 per child 2-12 years, and infants 0-1 year old are free. You can also rent a pontoon or jet ski at many locations.
Shell Island can be a little crowded during peak hours. But if you go at the right moment, you will find many shells. If you're lucky enough to go, the Panama City beaches will be awash with shells. You can find a lot of shells if you go in the morning, when the tide is low.
Remember that Shell Key currently has no toilets or food and water.