Dolphin Swimming Panama City Beach

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After years of studying the natural behavior of dolphins, our guides are skilled at locating them and safely instructing guests on how they can enter the water to observe them. Additionally, your captain will go snorkeling with you to show starfish, pufferfishes, welch conchs and other types of sea animals.








Safety is our main concern and all our tours are conducted by highly-trained crews with great discretion. Our boats are comfortable and have in-water staircases for safe return to the boat.

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About Dolphin and Snorkeling Tours Panama City Beach Are you looking for the ultimate dolphin adventure? Dolphin and Snorkeling Trips Panama City Beach provides the best in private charters and guided tours of dolphins. We are your guide as you explore the waters around Panama City Beach and Shell Island. We are looking forward to meeting with you!

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Best Place To Snorkel In Panama City Beach

Best Place To Snorkel In Panama City Beach


Panama City Beach offers the opportunity to visit the stunning white sand beaches and the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Shell Island, St. Andrews State Park and Panama City Bay are also available.

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Want to book a private tour for your group? Our private charter options allow customers to add additional time to their private dolphin tour (starting at 2 or 3 hours) to add additional activities (ex: additional snorkeling location, more island time, etc.). Boats can accommodate 6 passengers per boat. Your designated captain will instruct you on how to get in the water and see the dolphins in their natural habitat. Next, experience a guided snorkel tour to observe other sea life around Shell Island!

What is the best time to go to Shell Island

What is the best time to go to Shell Island


Would you like to reserve a private tour? Customers have the option to add an additional hour to their private dolphin cruise (starting at two or three hours) and add other activities (ex. additional snorkeling area, more island time etc.). Boats can carry 6 passengers. Your captain will help you get in the water and show you the dolphins' natural habitat. You can then take a guided snorkeling trip around Shell Island to see the rest of the marine life.

Panama City Dolphin Swim


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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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.