Six passengers are allowed on each Shell Island Dolphin Tour. The tour allows guests to explore St. Andrew Bay with comfort and interact with the captain. As your captain takes the tour boat to the dolphins as close as possible, you can ask questions, take photos, and shoot video. However, he will be respectful of their needs and not cause any harm.
All our snorkeling trips include full snorkeling gear! Conditions at local snorkeling spots are constantly changing. We will take your snorkeling trip to the best snorkeling spots on the day of the Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour. We snorkel often in seagrass beds, artificial reefs, and sandbars. We'll go to great lengths to get you to the best spots.
All snorkeling tours include full snorkeling gear. You can expect changes in the local snorkeling areas. You will be taken to the snorkeling areas that are clearest and calmest during your Dolphin and Snorkeling tour. We snorkel seagrass beds as well as sandbars and artificial coral reefs. We will take you to some of the most beautiful spots in the area.
Panama City Beach offers dolphin tours to Shell Island. You can rent a boat or rent a jet ski from PCB, FL. Enjoy a 2 hour jet ski ride with wild dolphins. You can see dolphins in their natural habitat. Rent a pontoon boat to visit beautiful shell islands. Half-day and full day accommodation. You can also explore the shell island by boat cruise. This trip allows you to snorkel and search for shells. Enjoy the sunset cruise, the last of the day. On request, you can also rent a jet ski for 1 hour. To ensure everyone is accommodated, reservations are highly recommended.
Our guides will show the beauty of Shell Island to you as you begin your tour. This 7-mile stretch of undeveloped paradise lies east to west between St. Andrews Bay, the Gulf of Mexico, and Shell Island. This is Florida, at its most natural and far from the resorts. Shell Island is the home to endangered species like the loggerhead sea turtles, piping plovers, and is famous for the many beautiful shells you will find on its beaches.
We encourage it. We encourage it.
Your Captain Will Instruct You - Your private captain will give you tips on how to interact well with dolphins. Swim with Dolphins. - You'll be able to swim in the ocean before the dolphins arrive. Dolphins are more likely than not to swim away to us if we do this. See wildlife like birds, pelicans as well as underwater creatures such herons and birds-of-prey. Shells, sand dollars, and other treasures can be found in Shell Island. Snorkel the flats of grass and discover St. Andrews Bay.
Shell Island is a local must-see location for Panama City Beach visitors looking for the unspoiled white-sand beach experience. The island offers plenty of beach space and peaceful inshore waters where swimming and snorkeling are great.
It's one of the best places in Panama City Beach. Shallow pools can be found with fish and sea life. Plus the clear water in the Gulf is perfect to get out with the family. So bring your snorkeling gear or rent it from a local tour operator.
Shell Island is an undeveloped 7-mile long barrier island and beach that makes up the southern reach of St. Andrews State Park. Accessed via private boat or the official Shell Island Shuttle, the island is a local must-see location for visitors who want the pristine beach experience. Swimming and snorkeling are great.