This rate includes safety equipment, fuel, a swimming ladder, and more. All you’ve got to do is bring your cooler, some sunblock, and your loved ones!
A dolphin tour is a wonderful way to see the area. All tour boats depart Adventure at Sea, Lower Grand Lagoon. On the way to Shell Island, they cross the pass between St. Andrew Bay (the Gulf of Mexico) and cruise south. The view is breathtaking and you may spot seabirds or sea turtles. Keep your eyes peeled for dolphins.
It is possible to have seen dolphins captive in a marine sanctuary, but it is more exciting to watch them in their natural habitat. Although wild dolphin behavior is unpredictable and not possible to predict, the tour captains have many years of experience operating on the waters around St. Andrew Bay almost every single day. They know where dolphins are most common and do everything they can to ensure that guests have an amazing time. Dolphins can often be seen jumping, playing and searching for food on many tours.
If the conditions allow, you may be able to swim with and snorkel alongside dolphins. We may be able to swim in the same area as the dolphins. However, you won't be able touch them. These dolphins are wild and can have their own thoughts. Sometimes they can swim within 3 feet of your body, other times they may swim away from you. We don't feed dolphins or harass them. Swimming with dolphins is not guaranteed. We don't believe it ethical to promise'swimming' with dolphins. We are happy to be able to interact with wild dolphins. All of our boat tours follow the Marine Mammal Protection Act guidelines. We will not allow dolphins to swim in areas that are unsafe for us to swim. The captain can decide.
Florida regulations require that the primary driver of jet ski rentals must have a valid driver’s permit. Drivers born after 1988 are required to pass a quick test to obtain temporary boating safety certificates.
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Shell Island is home for a large population of bottlenose Dolphins. On one of our Panama City Beach Dolphin Tours, you can see these magnificent marine mammals in their natural habitat.
It is possible to spend a lot of time exploring Shell Island with an experienced guide, but some people prefer to take things slow. It is best to rent your boat! This way you can take your boat out on the open sea and park where ever you want.
We cruise along the waters surrounding Shell Island and Grand Lagoon, St. Andrews State Parks, St. Andrews Bay and Panama City Beach, looking for all types of wildlife and marine life. Every day, we have the opportunity to see different species of wildlife on our boat tours. Each day is different, depending on what the environment and wildlife are in the area. We adjust our boat rides daily to provide you with the best possible dolphin tour and snorkeling tour. Each day is different. Shell Island's marine life, snorkeling spots, as well as the stops we make, change daily. This is great because you'll see something new every time you go on a tour with us. Your captain will be happy to accommodate any special requests you might have for your boat tour.
Jet ski tours also have another cool feature: dolphins are curious about jet ski wakes, which is a great bonus.
Florida law bans dolphin swimming, touching and feeding. Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission officers monitor the waters to ensure that these rules and regulations are being followed. You might be able to spot dolphins close enough to the boat that you have a wonderful view and great opportunity for photos. Shell Island Snorkel Tours may be the best option for you if wild dolphins are in the water. They often swim near snorkelers.
Rent a pontoon boat for a new adventure. Maximum occupancy: 10 passengers or 1600 lbs. Safety equipment is provided.
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.
Shell Island is a popular spot for visitors to Panama City Beach. This tiny island is undeveloped and offers visitors the chance to enjoy the natural beauty of Florida.
Shell Island is technically an island only at high tide. However, footpaths that cross the island are accessible to the public.
Red tide is a natural phenomenon that occurs in the Gulf of Mexico's coastal waters. There are blooms every season. The Florida red tide organism Karenia Brevis blooms most often between August and December. However, blooms can sometimes deviate from this time period.
Panama City Beach is the ideal place to swim with dolphins. Panama City has a lot to offer, including wild dolphins and marine parks that have dolphins that are as excited to meet you as you are!