"St. Andrews bay is home to more than 2,900 species. It is America's most varied estuary. The clear waters of St. Andrews Bay can hold almost every species you could imagine. It is also one coast estuary with the highest risk. We must continue to protect it. Mike Brim Executive Director St. Andrews Bay Environmental Science Team.
Let's look at the top Shell Island dolphin tours available for tourists who want to view dolphins in their natural habitat.
Private dolphin tours for up 6 people are $300, or $50/person. This is an excellent deal for groups this large! Dolphin Seafari welcomes larger groups with advance notice. To confirm availability, please call 850-968-8107 if you have more than 6 people.
Departure Times 8:00 AM 10:15 AM 12:30 AM 12:30 AM 3:00 PM 5:15 PM Top Rated Activity Requires Reservations: Jet Ski Dolphin...
Note that not all tour companies and rental jet skis have the same minimum age requirements as other companies. Therefore, this option may not be suitable for families with children.
St. Andrew Bay's dolphins are wild animals. Therefore, it is difficult to predict when they will be most active. The season, weather, tide cycles and availability of prey all influence dolphin behavior. There is generally a good chance that dolphins will be seen when the sun is shining and the water is clear and calm. Feeding activities can usually be seen at an outgoing tide. You are best to find a dolphin tour operator such as Panama City Beach Dolphin Tours, which is available almost every day of the year.
Shell Island Dolphin Tours Holmes Beach FlPontoons have a reputation for being easy to drive. You don't even need to be an experienced driver to rent one. St. Andrew's Bay's water surface is incredibly smooth. This makes it easy to captain a boat for the first time.
A dolphin cruise is also an excellent way to enjoy the sights. All tour boats depart Adventure at Sea Lower Grand Lagoon docks and travel south to Shell Island. While enjoying the scenery and spotting seabirds, or maybe even a sea turtle, you should keep an eye out for dolphins.
Shell Island Dolphin Tours is able to accommodate larger groups, so call ahead to confirm availability if you have more than six guests.
For groups who want a more personal experience or wish to keep their group from being too exposed to other groups, private tours are a great option. Private tours also offer the option to choose how long you wish to stay in one area.
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.
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.
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.
Rent a Pontoon Boat Now: Maximum 10 Passenger Capacity (1600 lbs max) Safety equipment supplied No experience...
Shell Island is not a concession island. The sun, sand and water can make people hungry and thirsty. You can also bring your usual beach equipment, such as towels, sunscreen, and hats. You can bring your own beach chairs, floats and fishing rods. Be sure to leave enough space on the boat for people!
This is what Panama City beachgoers encountered on their local stretch. One sun-seeking American alligator took a leisurely walk along the shoreline. The alligator also enjoyed frolicking in the surf at St. Andrews State Park.
4. Only wear a swimsuit. Wearing sunscreen, oils, or perfumes is not recommended for dolphins.