RATE INFORMATION. We are risk-free and family-friendly. Our certified coast guard captains, crew, or boats will remain at the landing site throughout your stay on the Island. Call us at (850-742-2718 to make reservations or for more information.
A dolphin tour is one of the most popular things to do in PCB. You can choose from one of many local outfitters to set off on a daytime, or evening sightseeing tour that explores St. Andrews Bay or the clear waters around Shell Island. You don't need to stay on the boat. For a truly memorable experience on the Gulf Coast, some excursions include snorkeling time.
The U.S. Coast Guard Certified Catamaran Catamaran 'Footloose' Catamaran is 40-foot long and can carry upto 38 passengers. The Footloose Catamaran accommodates more than 50 guests. You'll find a large deck and a sunning net at the boat’s front. You'll find one clean toilet on board. Two steps are available at the back to allow you to go snorkeling.
You can charter the entire boat and take a private 2-hour snorkeling and dolphin-spotting trip, or you can join other passengers on this adventure with one our Captains.
Safety is our number one priority. We have a highly qualified crew who will ensure your safety. Comfortable boats are equipped with in-water stairs that allow for safe return to deck from water levels.
We will take you into the water prior to the dolphins arrive. By doing this, dolphins are more likely than not to swim away to us to find us. Blue Dolphin Tours only has six passengers (children also included), as opposed to the larger tour boats that can carry 150 people. Blue Dolphin Tours can quickly have you in water with your snorkel gear, without having to splash or disrupt large groups of people. This often scares the dolphins. Five identical boats are available for larger groups. The new Large Family Blue Dolphin can carry up to 15 passengers. No pets allowed on boats.
The “Privateer”, is a 52 foot, U.S. Coast Guard Certified Catamaran that carries up to 78 passengers. Built in 2012, the “Privateer” Catamaran is one of the newest Catamarans in the United States and offers a large and spacious deck with plenty of covered seating for the hot summer days and outside seating for those that want to catch the perfect Panama City Beach Sunset!
You 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. We are located on Panama City Beach near Seaside Beach, Rosemary Beach Santa Rosa, Destin and Mexico Beach & Cape San Blas, as well as all of South Walton FL 30A and Beaches.
"This was an unforgettable experience. The captain was fantastic. We snorkeled and looked for shells. And we even got to swim with the dolphins. We saw so much sea life. Highlight of our trip"
"We had a wonderful time on our tour. Alex was a great captain. The kids had a blast. We will feel more prepared for the next trip and know what to do.
Imagine yourself on a boat, or jet ski, cruising the Gulf of Mexico with a pod of dolphins. As you discover adventure along the coast with these marine creatures, the salty breeze is blowing your hair.
All snorkelers are covered in water so they can move around as they wish. Your family will feel safe knowing they are having the most wonderful time possible.
All snorkel trips include life jackets, masks and fins as well as snorkels, fins, snorkels, and masks. The tour guides will show you all you need to know about snorkeling. There are many great spots for shallow water diving.
Imagine yourself riding a boat or a jet ski along with a group of bottlenose dolphins as you cruise over the Gulf of Mexico. The sea breeze is blowing through you hair, the sun is shining and everything is right as you explore the coast along with these marine mammals.
Tail slapping can be described as a simple act of dolphins that slap their tails on the water surface to shock fish with a shockwave. Kerplunking, a cool behavior, is named after its sound.
The rest of the pod will rush in to protect their friend when a member of the group is at risk from a shark. Even shark-threatening dolphins are protected by dolphins.
This important information will help you plan your visit. It includes arrival times and what to bring. The Discovery Cove admission includes: Food and beverages: Unlimited snacks, non-alcoholic beverages, as well as a selection beer and wine for guests 21 and older.
Dolphins can thrive in both warm and cool waters. Dolphin pods have been seen near shore as well as in deeper offshore waters such the Indian Ocean. Some dolphin groups remain in the same area for their entire lives, while others migrate.