While you might have seen captive dolphins at a marine reserve, it is still far more fun to observe these majestic animals in their natural environment. Our captains are experienced in the waterways of St. Andrew Bay and can predict wild dolphin behavior, but they cannot guarantee sightings. They are familiar with the best places to find dolphins and will make sure that guests have a blast. Dolphins are often seen playing, jumping, searching for food and communicating with one other on all tours.
We cruise through the waters around Shell Island. Grand Lagoon. St. Andrews State Park. St. Andrews Bay. Panama City Beach. While we search for sealife and wildlife, Each day we see different types of wildlife while on boat tours. Each day's dolphin tours or snorkeling tours will be different depending on the weather and other wildlife. We adapt our routes daily to offer the best dolphin tour or snorkeling tour. Also, we make sure to have the most comfortable boat ride possible due to the changing water, weather and wildlife conditions. Shell Island has a wide variety of marine life. The snorkeling spots and stops we make change every day. This is great, because each time you travel with us, you see something completely different. It is a good idea to let your captain be aware of any special requests or things that you would like during your boat trip.
If conditions are safe and suitable, you might be able swim and snorkel with dolphins. This could mean that you may have a chance to swim and snorkel with dolphins. But, this does not mean you can touch them. Wild dolphins have their own minds and are free to roam freely. Sometimes they will swim up to 3 feet from you. Other times, they will swim away from your face and you won't see them in the water. We don't feed or harass dolphins. We cannot guarantee swimming with dolphins. We do not believe that promising to swim with dolphins is ethical. We love the company of wild dolphins. On all of our boat tours, we follow and support the Marine Mammal Protection Act. If dolphins are in danger, we won't be able swim with them. It is at the captain's sole discretion.
Are you looking for a more adventurous dolphin tour on Shell Island? Jet skis allow you to enjoy dolphins in their natural habitat.
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.
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.
Shell Island Dolphin Tours LaunchAll our snorkeling trips include full snorkeling gear! There are many snorkeling spots that we frequent. Every day, we change our snorkeling spots. Conditions at local snorkeling sites change constantly. We will take you to the snorkeling spots that are clearest and most calm on your Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour. We snorkel often in seagrass beds, artificial reefs, and sandbars. We'll go to great lengths to get you to the best spots.
This tour takes tourists to the best snorkeling spots and stops for swimming with dolphins. Our guides will take you to the best spots to snorkel and swim with dolphins.
What should we take? Although we have most of the items you'll need, you can also bring your own. If the temperature is less than 80 degrees, we recommend you bring a towel and polarized sunglasses. The breeze makes it cooler on open-air boats. You can also bring snacks and beverages. The consumption of alcohol is permitted!
Panama City Beach has boat rentals and jet ski rentals for shell island dolphin tours. Our 2 hour jetski ride will take you to wild dolphins. Dolphins can be seen swimming in their natural surroundings. Pontoon boat rentals for a visit to beautiful shell island. Half and full day accommodations available. You can explore the island by boat, or you can snorkel and look for shells. You can relax and take the sunset cruise. Available upon request - Jet ski rental 1hr Reservations are highly recommended in order to accommodate everyone.
Six passengers are allowed on the Panama City Beach Dolphin Tours. This allows our guests to tour St. Andrew Bay in comfort and allow them to interact with the tour guide. Your captain will take all your questions and allow you to snap pictures.
At this moment, there are no Dolphin Tours. We will soon offer them. This is a rare opportunity that will make your Panama City Beach vacation unforgettable. To make sure that your Panama City Beach trip is memorable, we welcome visitors to join our Panama City Beach Dolphin Tours.
You can’t visit Panama City Beach without exploring the beauty of Shell IslandDolphins are such majestic creatures, and interacting with them in their natural habitat is an experience like no other.
All snorkeling trips include complete snorkeling gear. There are many places to snorkel that we visit regularly. Our snorkeling destinations change daily. It is always changing the conditions at our local snorkeling locations. We aim to take you snorkeling sites that offer the most clear and calm conditions on the day. We often snorkel artificial reefs, sandbars, seagrass beds and sandbars. We will travel a lot to find the best spots in the region.
What is the best time to see dolphins in Florida? The best time to see dolphins in Florida is from May through August. You are most likely to see them between 10 and noon and then again from 2 p.m. until it gets dark.
Shell Island is not a concession island. The sun, sand and water can make people hungry and thirsty. You can also bring your usual beach equipment, such as towels, sunscreen, and hats. You can bring your own beach chairs, floats and fishing rods. Be sure to leave enough space on the boat for people!
The undeveloped barrier island is a top local attraction that measures almost 7 miles in length. Shell Island is the perfect place to find a quiet, isolated beach with no other people. It is easy to get to Shell Island.