Shell Island is enclosed by the As you mentioned, there is so many things to see and do. Split charters let you snorkel with dolphins and make the most of your time.
You should be aware that most tour and jet ski rental companies require minimum age for their riders. This means this option may not suit families with young children.
Shell Island Dolphin Tour HelicopterYou can swim with Panama City's wild bottle-nose dolphins on your trip in super-fast boats that are specially built for visiting and finding them. Shell Island Dolphin Tours is smaller than larger boats, which can carry between 150 and 150 people. We only take 6 people on certain boats and 7-15 on others boats, with children of all ages. You can be in the water quickly with your snorkel gear on without any disruptions or splashing that large groups cause, which often scares the dolphins away. Your Captain will teach you how to interact with dolphins. For example, it is better to swim parallel to them than to reach out and touch them. Swim with Dolphins – We will put you in the water prior to the dolphins arrive. This will make it more likely that the dolphins swim to us rather than to us. You can see wildlife such as birds of prey and pelicans, along with underwater creatures, herons, and even underwater creatures. Shells and sand dollars can be found in the Shell Island area. Explore St. Andrews Bay or the Gulf of Mexico by snorkeling grass flats.
While looking for wildlife and other sea life, we cruise the waters around Shell Island, Grand Lagoon and St. Andrews State Park. Our boat tours allow us to view different types of wildlife each day. Every day, our dolphin tours and snorkeling trips are different depending on the wildlife and conditions in the area. Our routes change daily to ensure you have the best snorkeling and dolphin tour possible. We also offer the most enjoyable boat ride with changing weather conditions, wildlife, and water. Every day, the marine life, snorkeling spots and stops that we make at Shell Island are changing. This is great as you will see new things every time you visit us. If you have any requests for specific items or activities you'd like to see on your boat tour, we encourage you to let the captain know.
Shell Island is a favorite destination for those who visit the Panama City Beach area. The undeveloped island makes it an ideal place for visitors to explore the beauty and natural wonders of Florida.
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Another fun aspect of jet skiing tours is the curiosity that dolphins have about the jet ski wake.
Journey the Historic Grand Lagoon on the unforgettable Shell Island Dolphin Sea-fari Boat Tour! Watch for a variety of aquatic wonders, sea shells, and wildlife. Explore Shell Island and swim, go shelling, picnic, or just relax and enjoy the beautiful island! Book your Shell Island Dolphin Sea-fari Boat Tour today and make memories that last a lifetime!
This tour takes you to the best spots to snorkel around the island and swim with dolphins. As you cruise around these areas, your guide will tell you all you need to know about underwater life.
What should you bring? The majority of what you need is available on board. However, you can bring any item you like. If the temperature drops below 80 degrees we recommend bringing a towel, sunglasses with polarization, and a sweater or jacket. A breeze keeps it cooler on an open boat. You are also allowed to bring your own snacks and drinks! No alcohol allowed
These private tours cost $400 for up 6 people. That's less than $70 per head. For a 3 hour tour, that's an incredible deal! You can bring your infant or child along on this tour. It's a great way to create lasting memories with your baby.
We often start our Dolphin and Snorkeling tour by looking out for wildlife. We are usually able to find our Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins. Our Tour guides and Captains are both locals and have extensive knowledge about dolphin behavior and the Panama City Beach area.
It is the ultimate Panama City Beach must-do!
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.
You will find calm waters, great wildlife and safe swimming spots. Shell Key is home to many things, but only half of them are visible above the waterline. Wildlife lovers will also find the Preserve to be a valuable refuge.
Dolphins are most active between 10 and noon and 2 and 4 pm. To spot dolphins quickly, a pair of binoculars or telephoto lenses can prove to be very useful.