To start off your tour, our guides will show you the beauty of Shell Island. This 7 mile stretch of undeveloped paradise is a barrier island that runs east to west between the Gulf of Mexico and St. Andrews Bay. This is Florida at its most natural, far away from the theme parks and resorts. Shell Island is a home for endangered species like loggerhead sea turtles and piping plovers, and is known for the abundance of beautiful shells that are found on the beaches.
The best way to start a Dolphin and Snorkeling trip is to look for wildlife. We find our local Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins. Our local Captains and Tour Guides are dolphin experts in Panama City Beach.
These watercraft enable you to cover more ground quickly, which is a bonus if you are looking to see more of the region. This tour is a great option for guests who need a little extra adrenaline to ride the waves.
Note that not all tour companies and rental jet skis have the same minimum age requirements as other companies. Therefore, this option may not be suitable for families with children.
Private dolphin tours are $300 per person for up to six guests. This works out to $50 per person. This is a great deal for groups of this size. Dolphin Seafari is able to accommodate larger groups if you give us notice. To check availability for groups larger than 6, please call 850-908-8107
Pontoons have a reputation for being easy to drive. You don't even need to be an experienced driver to rent one. St. Andrew's Bay's water surface is incredibly smooth. This makes it easy to captain a boat for the first time.
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 excellent photo opportunities. You can have wild dolphin encounters with dolphins by taking one of our Shell Island Snorkel Tours. Dolphins often swim close to snorkelers.
Florida's jet ski rentals require that the primary driver has a valid driver’s licence. Drivers born after 1998 will need to pass a short test for a temporary safety license.
These tours are great for anyone who wants to see the island from both sides.
There is almost everything that you need, but you are free to bring whatever you want. For any emergency, you should bring a towel and polarized sunglasses. The breeze and open-air boat make it cooler than it is on land. Snacks and drinks are welcome.
Shell Island is a popular destination for tourists visiting Panama City Beach. The island is small and undeveloped making it a great spot to see Florida's natural beauty.
A three-hour Shell Island Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour makes Panama City Beach the best place to be!
Shell Island offers many activities, including boating, kayaking, hiking, snorkeling and boating. Because Shell Island is home several pods, bottlenose dolphin encounters are very popular.
These tours include in-water interactions. The knowledgeable guides will take the group to a dolphin hotspot where they can allow you to swim with the dolphins.
Named after the many seashells found on the island's shore, the island was also named.
You can relax on Panama City Beach's white sand beach with your family or go snorkeling, collecting beautiful shells. Or you could walk around the forest of the island, where you might find deer and many species of birds, including the shorebirds.
Only boat travel is possible to reach Shell Key. Pass-A-Grille can be found across the pass north of Shell Key. Fort Desoto Park can be found across Bunces Pass south. A short distance east is Shell Key, Tierra Verde, a luxury island with condos and homes. Parking: There are no cars allowed on the island.