Although you may have seen dolphins in captivity in a marine park or aquarium, it is much more fascinating to see these magnificent animals in their natural habitat. Even though wild dolphin behavior cannot be predicted, and sightings on all trips are not guaranteed, tour captains have a lot of experience on the waters of St. Andrew Bay almost every day. Our captains know where dolphins can be found, and they do everything possible to ensure guests have a good time. Dolphins can be seen on most tours jumping, playing, looking for food and communicating with each other.
Join us on a fun boat trip to see bottlenose dolphins. Call (850-742-2967 to reserve your place on one of our Shell Island Dolphin Tours.
If the conditions allow, we may be able to snorkel and swim with dolphins. They are wild dolphins, and have their own minds. We don't feed dolphins or harass them. We cannot guarantee swimming with dolphins. All of our boat tours follow the Marine Mammal Protection Act guidelines.
We offer you the chance to board the boat and explore Shell Island. Shell Island is a great place to walk, collect shells, or snorkel. Shell Island can only be reached via boat. Shell island is home of a variety ecosystems and some the most beautiful, unspoiled beaches anywhere in the world.
St. Andrew Bay is home to one of the world�s largest resident populations of bottlenose dolphins, the iconic gray dolphins that most people are familiar with from television, movies, and marine parks. The dolphins of St. Andrew Bay are wild animals but they are accustomed to the presence of people and it is common for boaters on the Bay to find themselves among a group of swimming, feeding, and playing dolphins.
Boaters, visitors and the like have been enjoying the beauty of Shell Island for years. In fact, ever since the county was settled in the 1800s. The island itself is about 7 miles long and the waters are full of life. You will find many sea shells amongst the sugary white sand, and see the playful antics of the Bottlenose dolphins in the emerald green water as you take your Dolphin Tour. You must visit this unique attraction of Panama City Beach on your next family vacation.
Panama City Beach's dolphin tours offer boat rentals and jet skiing rentals to the shell island. Take our 2-hour jet ski ride to see wild dolphins. See dolphins in their natural environment. You can rent a pontoonboat to travel to beautiful shell island. Half day or full-day accommodations. Take a boat cruise to explore shell island. This trip gives you the opportunity to snorkel on the island and find shells. Relax and enjoy the sunset cruise. Jet ski rental for 1hr is also available upon request. For the best possible accommodation, reservations are strongly recommended.
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.
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.