Panama City Dolphin and Snorkel Tours

Maximum group size is 6 people per boat. Maximum number of 12 guests. We can accommodate up to 6 people per boat, but we can also make arrangements with local partners if you have a larger group.

“Captain Jack positioned us precisely at the moment to see the dolphins swam right underneath out feet, it was a very unique experience.“

A dolphin tour is fun for all Panama City Beach visitors. If you’re looking for a more adventurous ride, we can take Waverunners on our journey. If you have young kids or members of your party that just want to kick back and relax, our tour boats can make sure that everyone rides in comfort as we search out wild dolphins. Also you can take pictures, video, and make sure that your trip is one to remember!

Captain Jack was amazing. He was extremely well-informed. We decided what was important to him and he chose dolphin sightings for most of the time." —

We often see manatees. If you have the opportunity, you can go into the water with manatees. We practice passive observation, and we never approach them.

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.

Our dolphin and island tour boats are comfortable, stable 21-foot and 23-foot Carolina Skiffs. These boat features a center console design to maximize open space and allow for easy movement around the boat, a fully cushioned forward deck for observation (and lounging), comfortable cushioned seats for your whole group, large bimini tops for shade, plenty of ice chest space, and quiet, clean four-stroke engines.

We offer dolphin tours in Panama City Beach to both tourists and locals. One of our top priorities is to ensure the dolphins don’t become disturbed in their daily lives. We know the best places for dolphin schools to congregate so we'll take the whole group around the Gulf of Mexico.

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.

Panama City Dolphin and Snorkel Tours
Our dolphin and island tour boats are comfortable, stable 21-foot and 23-foot Carolina Skiffs. These boat features a center console design to maximize open space and allow for easy movement around the boat, a fully cushioned forward deck for observation (and lounging), comfortable cushioned seats for your whole group, large bimini tops for shade, plenty of ice chest space, and quiet, clean four-stroke engines.
Our local captains are experienced and knowledgeable about the marine life in the area. They are always available to help you plan your trip and enjoy showing you the natural beauty this place has to offer.

Our local captains are experienced and knowledgeable about the marine life in the area. They are always available to help you plan your trip and enjoy showing you the natural beauty this place has to offer.

Our comfortable and stable Carolina Skiffs, 21-foot and 23,-foot, are ideal for island and dolphin tours. This boat has a centre console design to maximize open space.

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.

Cruises depart daily based on participation. In the Fall and Winter, Sundays and Mondays are typically closed due to low demand, but the booking calendar will reflect all closed out days. Departure times change with the seasons so be sure to check the calendar for any time changes.

We often see a variety starfish, sanddollars, bay scallops and whelks. Also, conchs up 21 inches long, seahorses and urchins as well as hermit crabs and other species of crabs are all common. These animals can be brought to surface and photographed. Large containers are brought so that everyone can see them close up before they're released into the bay. You can take home any shells that are not made of living creatures.

For complete information about pricing, policies, what to expect and what to bring, please visit our Pricing & Information page.

Panama City Beach is a great place to have fun with the kids. Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours LLC has the best in guided snorkeling excursions, dolphin excursions, pontoonboat rentals, and many other activities!
Panama City Beach is a great place to have fun with the kids. Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours LLC has the best in guided snorkeling excursions, dolphin excursions, pontoonboat rentals, and many other activities!

We will bring you as close as we can to dolphins, while also ensuring their safety. The dolphins decide how close they want and how much interaction they want. "Passive observation" is a practice that allows dolphins to approach us. Our guests often have unforgettable encounters with dolphins at St. Andrews Bay. They are playful and interactive and will always remember them.

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

Manatees are also often seen in the water. You may be allowed to swim near manatees if the conditions are right, but we always observe them passively and avoid getting close.

Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours is a company that has been providing memorable and safe experiences for over ten years in Panama City Beach. You can also choose a private tour with one of our center console vessels!

We will be departing Historic Grand Lagoon to take a relaxing, 25-minute trip out to Shell Island, where we'll snorkel. You should be looking out for dolphins or other sea animals as they are in their natural habitats. Our boat will dock in the Gulf of Mexico. Shell Island is the next stop. There you can snorkel, find seashells, learn about the marine life around the area, or simply relax and take in the sunshine. You can also explore the shallows of Shell Island and hunt for shells. After some time spent at Shell Island we will continue our trip to the Gulf of Mexico, where we will search for dolphins. We'll also be stopping to sight-see along this route.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dolphins are usually seen at dawn and dusk, when the water is calm. Feeding activities will usually be observed on an outgoing wave. Panama City Beach Dolphin Tours is the best dolphin tour operator. It is usually available on the water most days of the year.

Yes, the beach is the same. There are many great restaurants in Destin, and I like to shop there (I can also go to the Pier Park shops at my mall).

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.