Snorkeling and Dolphin Tours Panama City Beach

We also visit Shell Island on our dolphin and island tour. Here you can visit the beach and hunt for shells.

For a relaxing 25-minute cruise to Shell Island, our snorkel area, we will leave Historic Grand Lagoon. Keep an eye out for dolphins, sea creatures and other marine life as you travel. We will either anchor along the Gulf of Mexico, Shell Island, or both. Here you can snorkel for shells, learn more about the local marine life, and just relax while taking in the sun. To hunt for shells, you can also swim through the shallow waters to Shell Island. After spending some time on Shell Island, the trip will conclude with a ride to the Gulf of Mexico where we can search for dolphins as well as sight-see.

Our Dolphin & Island Tours take approximately 3 hours. Seasonally, departure times are subject to change. The dock is currently empty at 9:00 a.m., and 12:30.

Snorkeling and Dolphin Tours Panama City Beach

Starfish, bay scallops (with sand dollars), whelks, starfish up to 21 inches in length, conchs with a maximum length of 21 inches, seahorses, urchins, hermit crabs, and other crab species are some of the species we often see. These animals can easily be brought to the surface, photographed, and handled with care. So that anyone can view them, even those who are not snorkers, we bring large containers. Any shells found with no living creatures can be taken home. —

Shell Island, St Andrews Bay & The Gulf of Mexico are fun and exciting places to explore. Snorkeling in the grass flats and shallows on the island is a great activity for the whole family. You can choose from either a small group or a personal tour for a custom wildlife adventure. This tour has everything! We are family fun experts and have been doing so for more than 30 year.

Our Dolphin & Island Tours typically last for three hours. Seasonal departure times will vary. At the moment, we leave the dock around 9:00 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.

Dolphin Tours & Snorkel Tours in the beautiful Gulf of Mexico are always memorable. On our tours we will take you to the island and get you as close as possible to the dolphins for a close and unforgettable experience. While on our tours we will stop on the island for snorkeling and shelling exploration.

We also often see manatees. Manatees can be seen if conditions permit. However, we prefer passive observation so that they are not tempted to approach us.

"This was a highlight in our Florida trip. We felt safe, had fun, and learned a lot. Captain Jack was friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating."

Dolphin Tours & Snorkel Tours in the beautiful Gulf of Mexico are always memorable. On our tours we will take you to the island and get you as close as possible to the dolphins for a close and unforgettable experience. While on our tours we will stop on the island for snorkeling and shelling exploration.
Our mission is to work with purpose. Panama City Beach dolphin tours are educational experiences that allow you to appreciate and understand wildlife. We are an eco-friendly company and do everything possible to protect wildlife. You will be a blessing to dolphins if you choose an eco-tour company that cares.

Our mission is to work with purpose. Panama City Beach dolphin tours are educational experiences that allow you to appreciate and understand wildlife. We are an eco-friendly company and do everything possible to protect wildlife. You will be a blessing to dolphins if you choose an eco-tour company that cares.

Our Dolphin & Island Tours usually last 3 hours. The departure times can vary depending on the season. We leave the dock at 9:30 a.m. and 12:20 p.m.

Your captain can guide you on how to interact safely with dolphins. You can snorkel in the area and it is a great experience. Enjoy watching birds of Prey, starfish, seahorses and starfish in the ocean.

Would you like to reserve a private tour? You have the option to add on additional time to your private dolphin tour. These tours start at 2 or 3. Boats can carry 6 people. Your captain will help you get in the water to see the dolphins. You can then take a guided snorkeling trip around Shell Island to observe the marine life.

These are some of Florida's most picturesque beaches and snorkeling locations! Mexico Beach and Port St. Joe provide the ideal starting point for your adventure.

Would you like to reserve a private tour? You have the option to add on additional time to your private dolphin tour. These tours start at 2 or 3. Boats can carry 6 people. Your captain will help you get in the water to see the dolphins. You can then take a guided snorkeling trip around Shell Island to observe the marine life.

Our mission is to work with a purpose: By providing Panama City Beach dolphin tours as educational experiences, which allows a greater understanding and appreciation of wildlife. We are an eco-friendly tour and take steps to make sure we do not disturb or harm any wildlife. The dolphins will thank you for choosing an eco-tour outfitter who cares, we will too.
Our mission is to work with a purpose: By providing Panama City Beach dolphin tours as educational experiences, which allows a greater understanding and appreciation of wildlife. We are an eco-friendly tour and take steps to make sure we do not disturb or harm any wildlife. The dolphins will thank you for choosing an eco-tour outfitter who cares, we will too.

You are looking for an unforgettable, memorable experience for your Florida vacation. Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours LLC can provide more information on our Shell Island snorkeling or dolphin tours. We hope to see you soon!

We will depart into Historic Grand Lagoon for a 25-minute relaxing cruise out to our snorkel area, Shell Island! Along the way, be on the lookout for dolphins and other sea animals in their natural habitat. When we arrive, we will anchor in the Gulf of Mexico or along Shell Island where you can snorkel for seashells and catch a glimpse of the underwater world, learn about local sea-life, or just relax and float while you take in the sun. You can also wade through the shallow water onto Shell Island to hunt for shells. After we have spent some time at Shell Island, we will end the trip with a ride out to the Gulf of Mexico to search for dolphins and sight-see along the way.

If conditions permit guests are welcome to swim with dolphins in the waters if this is possible. Safety is our primary concern. Your captain can show you how safe to snorkel around marine mammals.

Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours has been providing unforgettable experiences on Panama City Beach nearly a decade. Our center console boats offer private tours.

“This was a highlight of our Florida trip. We felt safe, really enjoyed ourselves, and learned some things too. Captain Jack was friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating.”

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Frequently Asked Questions

Mid-morning, between 10 am and noon, and from 2 pm to sunset, are the best times of day for dolphin sightings.

Florida's wild dolphins can not be swam with. According to Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission, it is against federal legislation to harass wild dolphins. Also, dolphins are more susceptible to being hurt in interactions with humans when they swim with people.

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!