If you're looking for a close-up encounter with dolphins and not just a sightseeing trip, this is the trip for you. You can pick the activities you would like to do and how long you wish to spend on the tour.
On the second leg, you will see the best of St Andrews Bay in terms of wildlife. These include pelicans, birds such as herons, ospreys or ospreys, as well underwater marine life such hermit and blue crabs, sea horses, blue and hermit urchins. Shell Island is a great place to explore for people who are interested in shells, sand dollars, and other marine life. Enjoy snorkeling in the Gulf of Mexico and discovering St. Andrews Bay.
For your private 2 hour dolphin tour, we will reserve the vessel for your family or group. Coast Guard regulations allow 6 people, which includes children.
With a maximum of 6 guests per boat, you have a very good chance of swimming with dolphins on this tour. Or, personalize a private trip for memories your family will never forget. As Flippers Dolphin Tours we’ve been rated one of Yelp’s top things to do on Panama City Beach for over 10 years. Our captains are local experts on our Bottlenose Dolphins.
Our captains will offer plenty of options of how you can spend your time to ensure you get the most enjoyment out of your dolphin tour. Some of those options include snorkeling the grass flats of Shell Island or the jetties. Maybe you would enjoy a walk on the beach where you can find sand dollars, starfish, crabs, fish & birds of all kinds during this amazing eco tour!
For a more intimate dolphin experience, with a smaller group, our dolphin Boat Tours last for 2 hours. You will have the chance to swim with dolphins and explore Shell Island. Take your own tour. Our captains are knowledgeable and experienced in finding the best spots for Dolphins to be seen.
Relax and enjoy as your USCG Captain/tour guide takes to the water to show you some amazing sunsets and views. While you are enjoying the evening, bring your favorite beverage and/or snacks.
After many years of watching dolphins in their natural habitats, our guides are skilled at locating them and safely instructing our guests how to enter the water to see them. You will be accompanied by your captain to snorkel alongside starfish, pufferfishes, welch cones, sanddollars and other sea creatures.
A more intimate Dolphin experience, just a small group, our dolphin Boat Tours are 2 hours in length and offer you the opportunity to swim with dolphins, explore Shell Island and snorkel for sand dollars. Get your own private tour. Our captains are experienced and knowledgeable when it comes to finding the best spots to see Dolphins.
Your privacy will not be compromised on your private dolphin cruise. Only you, your friends, or group, will be aboard the boat, as well as the captain. Keep in mind, the Coast Guard limits the number of passengers on the boat to 6. Children of all ages are welcome.
Captain Jack was a marvellous man. He was extremely knowledgeable. We were able to decide what was most important, and dolphin sightings were the preferred option for the majority.
Your captain will guide you in the most efficient way to get into the water and view the dolphins close up. You are not permitted to touch or swim towards dolphins. They can only interact ethically by swimming parallel to them and allowing them to come toward us.
A fun seafari near Panama City Beach is what you are looking for. Gabby's Dolphin Tours PCB offers the best snorkeling and dolphin tours. They also rent pontoon boats.
2 hour tours $59 per person2 hour Private tours $299 per boat (maximum 6 persons)3 & 4 hour PRIVATE tours also available
It's all worth it once you get there because the water is the most beautiful I've ever seen. The water is so clear that it feels like you're swimming in a pool. We had no idea what to expect, so we went with the intention of spending a few hours on the island. Come prepared to spend the entire day!
Dolphins, loggerhead turtles, green sea turtles, ghost crabs, beach mice, nine-banded armadillos, alligators that live in the island's lake, marsh rabbits, racoons, and other wildlife can be found on Shell Island.
Wear nothing but a swimsuit. Dolphins have extremely sensitive skin, and because you will be able to touch them during your interaction, we recommend that you refrain from wearing sunscreen, oils, or perfumes.