The friendly captains from the local area have decades of combined experience and knowledge about the marine life of the area, including manatees and dolphins. They are happy to customize your trip, and they love to show off the natural beauty of this special place.

Looking for a unique, fun-filled experience for your Florida vacation? Contact Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours LLC for more information about our Shell Island snorkeling and dolphin tours. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours has been providing unforgettable experiences on Panama City Beach nearly a decade. Our center console boats offer private tours. —

Shell Island and St Andrews Bay are fascinating places that offer something new every time you visit. Snorkeling is great for the whole clan. For a more personalized wildlife adventure, we offer personal and small group tours. This tour is all inclusive! We are family fun specialists and have been doing it for over 30+ years.

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"Captain Jack placed us just at the right moment to view the dolphins swim under our feet. It made for a unique experience."

You would like to book a private tour of the dolphins for your group? Customers can add time to their private dolphin tour, starting at 2 or 3 hour, to add extra activities such as snorkeling, island time, etc. Each boat can hold 6 people. Your captain will guide you in how to enter the water and view the dolphins as they live in their natural environment. Next, enjoy a guided snorkeling tour to view other sea creatures around Shell Island.

We'll bring you as close and as safe as possible to dolphins. It is up to the dolphins to decide how near they want to go and how much interaction. We practice what we call passive observation. This means, in simple terms, that we allow dolphins to come and visit us. Our guests are often treated to amazing encounters with our dolphins in St. Andrews Bay.

We’ll get you as close to dolphins as we possibly can while also guaranteeing your safety and theirs. Ultimately, it’s up to the dolphins how close they want to get and how much they want to interact. We practice what we call “passive observation,” which means — in simple terms — that we let the dolphins come to us. Our dolphins in St. Andrews Bay are extraordinarily playful and interactive, though, and our guests frequently have amazing encounters they’ll remember the rest of their lives.

We’ll get you as close to dolphins as we possibly can while also guaranteeing your safety and theirs. Ultimately, it’s up to the dolphins how close they want to get and how much they want to interact. We practice what we call “passive observation,” which means — in simple terms — that we let the dolphins come to us. Our dolphins in St. Andrews Bay are extraordinarily playful and interactive, though, and our guests frequently have amazing encounters they’ll remember the rest of their lives.

Panama City Beachers can take a dolphin tour. Waverunners are an option for those looking for something more adventurous. Our tour boats can take you and your family on a comfortable ride as we search for wild dolphins. Your trip will be unforgettable! You can even take video and photos.

“Captain Jack positioned us precisely at the moment to see the dolphins swam right underneath out feet, it was a very unique experience.“

Panama City Dolphin Tours LLC and Shell Island trips with Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours LLC offer small private charters for up to 12 guests (maximum 6 per vessel). This gives you a more personal and intimate experience. You won't have to share your boat with anyone.

Cruises depart daily based on participation. In the Fall and Winter, Sundays and Mondays are typically closed due to low demand, but the booking calendar will reflect all closed out days. Departure times change with the seasons so be sure to check the calendar for any time changes.

Panama City dolphin tours and Shell Island trips with Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours LLC are small, private charters, for a maximum of 12 guests (no more than 6 per boat). This not only allows for a much more intimate and interactive experience but also a safer trip since you won’t be sharing the boat with anyone outside your party.

Panama City Dolphin Tours LLC's Shell Island trip and Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours LLC's Panama City dolphin tours are private charters that can accommodate up to 12 people. (No more than 6 guests per boat). This will allow for a more intimate, interactive experience and safer trip as you won’t be sharing the boat.
Panama City Dolphin Tours LLC's Shell Island trip and Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours LLC's Panama City dolphin tours are private charters that can accommodate up to 12 people. (No more than 6 guests per boat). This will allow for a more intimate, interactive experience and safer trip as you won’t be sharing the boat.

Our mission: We work with a purpose. Panama City Beach dolphin trips are educational experiences. This allows for greater appreciation and understanding about wildlife. We are an ecofriendly tour, and we take all necessary steps to ensure no wildlife is disturbed or harmed. You'll be remembered by the dolphins as an ecotour outfitter that cares.

You want the dolphin adventure you have always wanted? Panama City Beach Snorkeling & Dolphin Tours LLC is the best for private charters, guided tours, and much more. We are your guide as you explore the waters of Shell Island and Panama City Beach. We are looking forward to meeting with you!

On your trip with super-fast boats, you will be able to swim with Panama City’s resident pod wild bottlenose dolphins. We are situated in Panama City Beach, near Seaside Beach Rosemary Beach Santa Rosa Beach, Santa Rosa Beach, Destin, Mexico Beach and Cape San Blas.

Our Dolphin & Island Tours last approximately 3 hours. Seasonally, departure times may vary. We currently leave the dock at 9:00 am and 12:30 pm.

You will find some of the most beautiful beaches and snorkeling spots on Florida's coasts! Mexico Beach and Port St. Joe offer adventure options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Shell island beach was visited twice by us. The first time we paid $7.50 to park on the "island". We drove a bit further along the coast to Llanddwywe, where we found a public parking lot. It is a beautiful, clean beach.

Many man-made and natural reefs are found in Destin. Most of the reefs are close to public beaches. This makes it easier for guests. Nearby restrooms and public parking are provided for the majority of reefs. The majority of these reefs can usually be found 200 to 300 meters away from the beach.

According to officials, tannins are formed when organic matter such as pine needles, leaves and grasses get into water. They then break down over time giving the water a dark tea-colored appearance.