St. Andrew Bay is home to one of the world’s largest resident populations of bottlenose dolphins, the iconic gray dolphins that most people are familiar with from television, movies, and marine parks. The dolphins of St. Andrew Bay are wild animals but they are accustomed to the presence of people and it is common for boaters on the Bay to find themselves among a group of swimming, feeding, and playing dolphins.
Snorkeling on St Andrews Bay, Panama City, is particularly suitable for amateur swimmers because the water is often open, calm, shallow, and full of life. People of all ages and expertise are welcomed for an awe-inspiring lifetime experience in the water with us.
You can rent a pontoonboat to be your guide for the day. Pontoon boats are available to rent for those who want to own their boat. The Seafari Map, which includes directions to popular snorkeling areas, sandbars, common dolphin zones, and more, will be sent to the visitor.
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Book a sunset dolphin or snorkeling & dolphin tour. Enjoy the hidden gems that make Panama City Beach our home.
All snorkelers are protected in water and can come and go as they please when they are in the snorkeling area. Feel comfortable knowing that your family is not only safe but are living the best time of their lives!
When you visit Panama City Beach, you have an opportunity to explore the beautiful white sand beaches, the emerald waves and water of the Gulf of Mexico, St. Andrews State Park, Shell Island and the beautiful St. Andrews Bay.
Panama City Beach is the perfect spot for beginners to get the feel of snorkeling and it is also a great place to start a snorkel safari. Exploring along the jetty and out toward the entrance to the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico will offer the chance to spot tropical fish, crabs, rays, and other small marine animals.
Generally, there is a good chance of seeing dolphins any time the sun is out and the water is calm and clear. Feeding activities are normally seen on an outgoing tide. Your best bet is to choose a dolphin tour operator like Panama City Beach Dolphin Tours that is on the water nearly every day of the year.