After many years of watching dolphins at work, our guides have a great understanding of their behavior and can safely show guests how to enter the water to observe them in their natural habitat. You will be accompanied by your captain to snorkel alongside starfish, pufferfishes, welch cones, sanddollars and other sea creatures.




St. Andrew Bay hosts one of the world's largest resident populations (the iconic gray dolphins) of bottlenose dolphins. This is the area most people are most familiar with from movies, television and marine parks. Although the dolphins in St. Andrew Bay are wild, they are familiar with human presence and boaters are often found among the group of dolphins.

Shell Island Dolphin and Snorkel



Over many years of observing the dolphins’ natural behaviors, our guides are experts at locating bottlenose dolphins and safely instructing our guests on how to enter the water and observe them in their natural habitat. Plus, your captain will snorkel alongside you to show you starfish, pufferfish, welch conchs, sand dollars, and various other types of sea creatures.

Shell Island Dolphin and Snorkel
Is there anywhere to swim with the dolphins in Florida

Is there anywhere to swim with the dolphins in Florida




Safety is our number one priority. We have a highly qualified crew who will ensure your safety. Comfortable boats are equipped with in-water stairs that allow for water-level input as well as safe return to deck.

Boat Tours Shell Island


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.

What time of year is best to see dolphins in Florida

What time of year is best to see dolphins in Florida





For more information about the tour, please contact us. Each round will be different as we can't control the main theme.

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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.

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.