That’s really up to you. The boat tour is often better for those traveling with young kids, or those with more limited mobility, but it really depends on you. If you’re not sure if your group would do better on Waverunners or boats, give us a call, and we’ll help you decide what would be best.
A dolphin tour makes for a fantastic sightseeing experience. All tour boats leave Adventure at Sea in Lower Grand Lagoon. Then they cruise south across the pass between St. Andrew Bay & the Gulf of Mexico to reach Shell Island. Enjoy the views and look out for sea birds, sea turtles, and dolphins.
You can bring almost anything, although we have most of the essentials. To be safe, I recommend that you bring a towel, sunglasses with polarization, and a sweater or jacket. Because of the breeze and open boat, it's always cooler out on the water than on land. Bring snacks and drinks.
Do you want a private tour that includes a bit more? Dolphin Seafari also offers walking and snorkeling tours.
Pontoons make it easy to drive. St. Andrew's Bay's water quality is exceptional, so you don't need to worry about being a first-time captain.
Shell Island is an attractive destination for travelers visiting Panama City Beach. This small island is undeveloped which makes it an ideal spot for tourists to experience the beauty of Florida in its natural state.
Relax and unwind as your USCG captain/tour leader takes you out to enjoy breathtaking sunsets and views that only can be seen from the water. While you are enjoying the evening, bring your favorite beverage and/or snacks.
You can cover more ground with these watercraft in a shorter time, which is great if you're looking to explore more of the area. This tour is perfect for those who are looking to get a boost of adrenaline while surfing the waves.
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.
Shell Island offers many activities, including boating, kayaking, hiking, snorkeling and boating. Because Shell Island is home several pods, bottlenose dolphin encounters are very popular.
Shell Island is located in the Gulf of Mexico. Split charters can be used to snorkel or encounter dolphins.
Let's have a look at some top Shell Island dolphin tour options for visitors looking to experience dolphins in the wild.
Because we are exploring the dolphins’ natural habitat, it’s always possible that we won’t be able to find where the dolphins are playing today. However, our guides have been doing this for years, and know all the places the dolphins love to be. Virtually all of our tours encounter at least a few of the dolphins that make up the largest population of wild dolphins in the world.
St. Andrew Bay has one of the most significant resident populations of bottlenose Dolphins. These iconic gray dolphins are well-known to many people through television, movies, and marine park visits. Although wild dolphins are found in St. Andrew Bay, they are used and comfortable with humans. Boaters can often be seen among the feeding, playing, and swimming dolphins.
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.
Panama City Beach, Go Where the Dolphins Are Shell Island is 7 Miles of amazing beach bliss across the water from Saint Andrew's Park. This natural wonder is a great place to swim with dolphins in Panama City Beach.
How to interact with wild dolphins. Dolphins are able to eat many sea creatures, including fish, crustaceans and squid. However, other foods are not allowed. Don't touch dolphins. Learn the laws. ... Keep an eye out for signs of behavioral problems.