St. Andrew Bay's dolphins live in wild environments. This makes it difficult to determine the best time for them to be seen. The weather conditions, water temperatures as well tide cycles and availability for prey all influence dolphin behavior. There are good chances of seeing dolphins when the sun is out, and the waters are calm and clear. 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.
A dolphin tour can also be a great sightseeing opportunity. All tour boats depart Adventure at Sea in Lower Grand Lagoon. They cruise south and cross the pass between St. Andrew Bay, the Gulf of Mexico and Shell Island. While you can take in the beautiful view, spot seabirds and possibly a turtle, keep your eyes open for dolphins.
St. Andrew Bay's dolphins are wild animals. Therefore, it is difficult to predict when they will be most active. The season, weather, water temperature, tide cycles and availability of prey are all factors that influence dolphin behavior. There is generally a good chance that dolphins will be seen when the sun is shining and the water is clear and calm. Feeding activities can usually be seen at an outgoing tide. You are best to find a dolphin tour operator such as Panama City Beach Dolphin Tours, which is available almost every day of the year.
While it may be possible to view captive dolphins in marine parks, it is much more enjoyable to observe these amazing animals at their natural habitat. While wild dolphin behavior can't be predicted and sightings may not occur on every trip, our captains have been on the waters of St. Andrew Bay for years. They know where dolphins might be found, so they make sure guests have a great experience. Dolphins can often be seen jumping, playing and searching for food on many tours.
Shell Island is home of a large number bottlenose dolphins. Our Panama City Beach Dolphin Tours allows you to view these fascinating marine mammals in the wild.
St. Andrew Bay houses one of most populous populations of bottlenoses. They are the famous grey dolphins that many people associate with television, movies, and the marine parks. The dolphins of St. Andrew Bay may be wild, but they are used to people. It is not uncommon for boaters to see dolphins swimming, feeding and playing in the Bay.
Shell Island, St Andrews Bay, and the Gulf of Mexico offer exciting and unique explorations. The island's grass flats and shallows are great for snorkeling with the whole family. We offer private and small group tours to provide a unique wildlife adventure. This tour includes everything! We have been doing this for over thirty years and are experts at family fun.
Enjoy a wonderful dolphin encounter with our four different interactive swimming with dolphins programs, where you'll be able to play and swim with the cutest marine animal that ever existed. You only need to choose your favorite and have fun.
The best time to see and swim with dolphins is in the early part of the morning when they are feeding. You might also go out later in the day before the sun sets. You can spot dolphins at any time of day, really, but less traffic makes them easier to spot.