New Pontoon Boat Rentals: Accommodations for up to 10 people or maximum weight (1600 lbs). Safety equipment provided.
Enjoy a boat trip with us and get a chance at seeing bottlenose dolphins - one the most charismatic of all animals. For reservations on any of our Panama City Beach Dolphin Tours call (850 754-2967).
Shell Island Dolphin Tours Hours Of OperationPrivate dolphin tours for up 6 people are $300, or $50/person. This is an excellent deal for groups this large! Dolphin Seafari welcomes larger groups with advance notice. To confirm availability, please call 850-968-8107 if you have more than 6 people.
You can bring almost anything, although we have most of the essentials. To be safe, I recommend that you bring a towel, sunglasses with polarization, and a sweater or jacket. Because of the breeze and open boat, it's always cooler out on the water than on land. Bring snacks and drinks.
Relax and enjoy the company of your USCG captain/tourguide as you watch stunning sunsets from the water. You can bring your favorite beverage or snack to enjoy the evening.
There are no Dolphin Tours available at the moment. We will soon offer them! This unique opportunity to observe wild bottlenose dolphins is certain to make for unforgettable Panama City Beach vacation memories. For a memorable experience, we invite you to join one of our Panama City Beach Dolphin Tours.
See our photos section, and check our social media for information on wildlife we may see. Every photo on our website was taken during the tour. We post pictures frequently on our website and social media so you can stay up to date with us and get an idea of what is happening. If you want to see the latest photos from our Instagram and facebook, be sure to visit them! They are located at the bottom and can be accessed from the homepage. It is not unusual for you to see starfish, sharks and dolphins.
"St. Andrews bay, home to over 2,900 species, is America's most diverse estuary. In the calm waters of St. Andrews Bay, almost any species can be found at any time. It is also one coastal estuary that needs our protection. Mike Brim is the Executive Director of St. Andrews Bay Environmental Science Team.
You should be aware that most tour and jet ski rental companies require minimum age for their riders. This means this option may not suit families with young children.
You can find out more about the wildlife we see in our photos section or on our social media. Every picture on our website as well as our social media was taken on the tour. We update our social media frequently and take pictures often to keep you updated on what's happening. Check out our Instagram or Facebook to see what else we have been up to over the last few weeks. You can find them at the bottom on the homepage. You will often see seabirds such as dolphins and sharks.
The shallows around Shell Island and St. Andrews Bay are exquisite, and if you’ve brought your snorkeling gear, you will see some amazing sights in the clear water of the Gulf. Bring an underwater camera, and bring home snapshots that your friends will actually sit down to see.
Shell Island is located in the Gulf of Mexico. Split charters can be used to snorkel or encounter dolphins.
The private dolphin tours can be booked for as many as 6 people and cost $300. That's $50 per person. This deal is great if you have a large group! Dolphin Seafari will accommodate larger groups provided that you notify them in advance. For groups of more than six people, please call (850)960-8107 to confirm availability.
Shell Island offers many activities, including boating, kayaking, hiking, snorkeling and boating. Because Shell Island is home several pods, bottlenose dolphin encounters are very popular.
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.
We hired a boat to go out to the shell island. Although there was plenty of seaweed, the area was stunning for the breathtaking views.
Shell island beach was visited twice. The first time we paid PS7.50 to park on the "island", the second time we drove a bit further along the coast to Llanddwywe and found a public parking lot. It is a beautiful, clean beach.