A dolphin cruise is a must on any Panama City Beach vacation. It is possible to see dolphins in many Florida attractions and thematic parks. However, it is incredible to see these amazing creatures in their natural habitat. Panama City Beach offers many dolphin tours for locals and visitors of any age. These tours take them to the best areas in the Gulf of Mexico: the Grand Lagoon (where schools of dolphins love to congregate) and St. Andrew Bay (where they prefer to be seen). Jet Skis or WaveRunners can both be rented, and those seeking an adventurous ride may rent them. Those who wish to enjoy these majestic animals in comfort can visit their home from a tourboat.
Shell Island is home to many bottlenose dolphins. These amazing marine mammals can be seen in their natural habitat during one of our Panama City Beach Dolphin Tours.
Shell Island, St Andrews Bay and the Gulf of Mexico are exciting and new experiences every time you visit. The whole family can enjoy snorkeling in the shallows and grass flats of the island. For a personalized wildlife adventure, we offer both small-group and private tours. This tour offers it all! Family fun is our specialty and we have been doing it for more than 30 years.
Florida law forbids dolphins from swimming or touching them. This is to ensure their well-being. The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission has officers on the water to enforce these rules. You may have the opportunity to see dolphins from your boat, which will give you a great view and great photos. You can have wild dolphin encounters with dolphins by taking one of our Shell Island Snorkel Tours. Dolphins often swim close to snorkelers.
Join us for a fun boat excursion to see bottlenose dolphins. Call (850) 613-1278 to book your spot on one our Panama City Beach Dolphin Tours.
Limit six guests per Panama City Beach Dolphin Tour. Our guests are able to enjoy St. Andrew Bay from comfort and interact with the tour captain while getting a close view of the dolphins. You are able to take photos and video and ask any questions as the captain brings you as close to the dolphins as possible. He is respectful and will not cause harm to them.
Florida law prohibits dolphins being swam with and touched by humans. Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission officers will be on the water to make sure that the rules are observed. There are chances that dolphins will approach your tour boat and give you great views and great opportunities for photos. Shell Island Snorkel Tours offer the chance to encounter wild dolphins in water. Sometimes, the dolphins swim near snorkelers.
Enjoy a wonderful dolphin encounter with our four different interactive swimming with dolphins programs, where you'll be able to play and swim with the cutest marine animal that ever existed. You only need to choose your favorite and have fun.
The best time to see and swim with dolphins is in the early part of the morning when they are feeding. You might also go out later in the day before the sun sets. You can spot dolphins at any time of day, really, but less traffic makes them easier to spot.