The unique chance to view wild bottlenose Dolphins in their natural habitat is something that will leave you with unforgettable memories of your Panama City Beach vacation. To make sure that your Panama City Beach vacation is memorable, we invite you on one our Shell Island Dolphin Tours.
The majority of what you need is available onboard, however you are welcome to bring your own. You should always bring a towel, polarized sunglasses, and a jacket or sweater just in case. It's cooler on the water than it is on the land, thanks to the breeze from the open boat. Bring your own snacks and beverages.
Since we are exploring dolphins' natural habitats, it is possible that we will not be able find the dolphins today. Our guides have been doing this work for many years and they are very familiar with the locations that the dolphins like to visit. Virtually all our tours have at least one encounter with wild dolphins.
For many years, we have taken guests out on dolphin tour with us. We follow all safety precautions to ensure the well-being of our guests and the dolphins. All safety equipment required by US Coast Guard is included on our comfortable and stable tour boats. Shell Island Dolphin Tours provide a great experience for all ages and are completely safe. We do our best to accommodate guests who have special access requirements, so let us know.
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.
Our Dolphin and Snorkeling tours usually begin by searching for wildlife. Our local Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins are often found. Our captains and tour guides are Panama City Beach locals who are knowledgeable about dolphin behavior in the area.
Our Adventures At Sea guides then will take guests on a tour around Shell Island to see the home of one among the largest schools worldwide of bottlenoses. We know all their favorite places for hiding--and where they love to show it off.
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.
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.