Snorkeling and Dolphin Tours Panama City Beach Encounter

Looking for a unique, fun-filled experience for your Florida vacation? Contact Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours LLC for more information about our Shell Island snorkeling and dolphin tours. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Our mission: We work with a purpose. Panama City Beach dolphin trips are educational experiences. This allows for greater appreciation and understanding about wildlife. We are an ecofriendly tour, and we take all necessary steps to ensure no wildlife is disturbed or harmed. You'll be remembered by the dolphins as an ecotour outfitter that cares.

These friendly local captains have decades experience on the waters of this area and are knowledgeable about dolphins, manatees, as well as other marine life. They love to show you the natural beauty and will be happy to tailor your trip.

Book a private tour with your group. Private charters allow you to extend your private dolphin tour by adding additional time (from 2 to 3 hours), to include additional snorkeling locations, island time, and so on. Six passengers can be accommodated on a boat. The captain will show you how to get into the water and observe the dolphins in their natural habitat. Next, take a guided snorkel trip to see other marine life around Shell Island.

If conditions allow, guests are welcome to get in the water when dolphins are nearby. Safety is always our first priority, and your captain will instruct you how to safely snorkel around marine mammals.

Find the best snorkeling spots and beaches in Florida. Mexico Beach or Port St. Joe can be your starting point for adventure.

We will get you in the water before they arrive. This will make it more likely that the dolphins swim to us, rather than to us. Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours LLC is smaller than larger boats, which can carry as many as 150 people. You can get in the water quickly with your snorkel gear on without having to splash or disrupt the environment that large groups often create. This is often what scares the dolphins away. For larger groups of up to 30 people, we have five identical boats. We limit the number to six per boat. A large family dolphin is also available for 15 people.

Reserve the entire boat on a private tour for only your party. This is your tour. This tour can be tailored to your preferences. A private charter can only accommodate six people.

Find the best snorkeling spots and beaches in Florida. Mexico Beach or Port St. Joe can be your starting point for adventure.
We can accommodate a maximum group size of 6 per boat, for a maximum of 12. If you have a larger party, though, we can make arrangements with our local partners.

We can accommodate a maximum group size of 6 per boat, for a maximum of 12. If you have a larger party, though, we can make arrangements with our local partners.

"We had so much fun today, swimming with the dolphins, snorkeling and playing on Shell Island. Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours LLC is a great choice. This was our highlight vacation. - Christy

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.

Do you want to arrange a private tour for your company? You can extend the time of your private dolphin tour up to 2 hours or 3 hours. This allows you to add more activities, such as additional snorkeling and island time. 6 people can each boat. Your captain will direct you on how to get in and see dolphins in their natural habitat. Next, you can take a guided snorkel tour around Shell Island to view the other marine life.

Over years of observation, our guides have become experts in finding bottlenose dolphins. They also safely guide our guests on how they can enter the water to observe the dolphins in their natural habitat. Your captain will accompany you on a snorkel trip to show you starfish and pufferfish as well as welch conschs and other sea creatures.

Dolphins are a loose grouping of different aquatic mammals that live all over the world. In Florida, the most common dolphin is the bottlenose dolphin. The iconic grey dolphin that Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours LLC made famous. For many years, Americans were used to see dolphins perform tricks for fish at various marine attractions around the country. But in recent years, more protections have been put in place around wild dolphins.

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.
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.

Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours LLC specializes in private charters and boat tours. We offer guided snorkeling and swimming along with wild dolphins at beautiful Panama City Beach. We can accommodate families, individuals, and large groups so that everyone can enjoy this once-in a lifetime experience.

Captain Jack placed us exactly at the right moment to see the dolphins swim underneath our feet. It was an unforgettable experience.

Snorkeling and Dolphin Tours Panama City Beach Encounter
You can find complete information about pricing policies, what to expect, and what to bring on our Pricing & Information pages.

You are looking for a fun and exciting seafari near Panama City Beach. Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours LLC is the best for guided snorkeling tours and dolphin excursions. We also offer pontoon boat rental and other services.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sea lions are not usually dangerous. Although they aren't aggressive, sea lions tend to keep to their own pace and don't get into fights. However, as wild animals of 600 pounds, they must be respected. There have been instances when sea lions have inflicted injury on humans.

About twenty minutes. The ride to the island takes about twenty minutes. There are great opportunities to spot manatees, turtles, and dolphins along the way. On the ferry boat, we often see seabirds on our journey to Shell Key.

All guests at Discovery Cove have access to swim vests or wetsuits. For the safety of the animals, Discovery Cove guests are not allowed to wear jewelry except for watches and wedding bands.