Name: Panama City Beach: Shell Island Dolphin Swim Experience
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SKU: 597
Price: 128 USD
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Rating: 4.8571 (189 reviews)

Dolphin Cruises & Tours

Swimming with Dolphins

Take advantage of this opportunity of a lifetime and swim with wild dolphins in Panama City Beach, Florida. Spend the morning or afternoon with a professional team of instructors that will educate you on the proper way to interact with these amazing creatures. Finish off the tour with a dip in the emerald water of Shell Island for potential dolphin encounters. Book today for an experience you'll never forget!

Panama City Beach: Shell Island Dolphin Swim Experience

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Parking: Public parking is available at Adventures at Sea Marina at 5709 N. Lagoon Dr., Panama City, Florida 32408.
Departure Details: Activity departs from 5709 N. Lagoon Dr., Panama City, Florida 32408. Vendor is located inside the Adventures at Sea Marina. You do not have to stand in the Adventures at Sea Marina line. Walk down the boardwalk between the AAS office and the Off the Hook restaurant. Vendor is located in the 4th kiosk on the right. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the departure time. Activity departs on time. Before arrival, please confirm departure date and time at least 48 hours prior to the trip. Reservations booked less than 48 hrs prior to arrival are not guaranteed until confirmed by the vendor. Please call 850-230-6030 for updates, questions, or issues. If you have any complaints about your tour or questions about rescheduling or payments, your captain will NOT be able to discuss these with you. You must discuss with vendor's administrative team. For any issues, please contact your provider, Water Planet, at 850-230-6030. 
Gratuities: Although not required, it is customary to tip your tour guide 20%.

Water Planet Dolphin Swim Tours

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Panama City Beach: Shell Island Dolphin Swim Experience

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Take advantage of this opportunity of a lifetime and swim with wild dolphins in Panama City Beach, Florida. Spend the...

What a wonderful and exciting journey. We had a fun team of people on our trip and the capt & co-captain went above and beyond during our voyage. So much fun and will definitely do it again in near future.

Best capt/co-capt

Dolphin chasing to be sure but no harassment of them at all.  A little difficult to see the dolphins in the water due to poor visibility but we did.  Took our 8 year old and she liked the t but not for a smaller child.
All in all it was  a good experience and the  captain “coach” was really nice and knowledgeable!

Dolphins in the wild

Capt Kyle was great. Would have liked more time by the dolphins versus by the beach/rocks  snorkeling

Good Captain

This was a really cool experience. My boyfriend and I had the best time ever. Denise was the best and always made sure we were gonna see dolphins. I would definitely recommend.

It was a pleasure to have you on board. We always strive to facilitate the best experience during our dolphin and snorkel tours.
Denis Richard
Water Planet CEO

Dolphin tour

Coach was great getting us where we needed to be., that was a trip we will never forget.  We also loved talking about all the things we found in the ocean.  I want to do it again!

Unforgettable!!!

We had a large group of 10 and went out with two boats! Both captains were amazing and so fun! This was one of the coolest things I’ve ever done! Everyone in our group agreed it was amazing! Ages in our group ranged  from 15 years to 50 years old. The boat rides were similar to being out on the lake, they are pontoon style with shade! If you’re on the fence about this one, do it! I promise you won’t regret it!

Do it!!!

The dolphin excursion was an amazing experience.  Our Captain Josh was very friendly and informative, and did his best to ensure that we had a great time.  We saw dozens and dozens of dolphins!  We would definitely do it again!!

We appreciate your great review. It gives us the opportunity to see ourselves from your perspective.
Thank you.

Excellent

The dolphin tour was amazing! The older gentlemen who was our guide was fantastic! Knowledgeable, smart, funny and caring! I would 100% suggest spending the money and going on this tour! Going out and seeing dolphins in their natural habitat is like no other experience!

Great review. Thank you. I am glad that you can appreciate not only the experience but also the personality of our captains.

Glenn was an incredible captain. We saw dolphins almost the entire trip while we were looking. We swam with pods of several dolphin on 10-15 different occasions. It was an incredible experience and extremely relaxing as well. We got to go snorkeling at an old shipwreck as well as find seashells and crabs at shell island. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience! Woohoo! If you are on the fence, just sign up and do it. You won’t regret it!

We are so glad you had a great time! We hope to see you again next summer (:

The Highlight of Our Vacation!

Captain Glenn was knowledgeable and made the experience unforgettable, will definitely do again!

We are so happy you enjoy your tour! Hope to see you again next summer (:

Amazing experience

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Panama City Beach: Dolphin Sunset Sail Aboard The Privateer Catamaran

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The crew was great and live music very enjoyable! Saw lots of dolphins in the beginning but hardly any the last 40 minutes or so.

Enjoyable!

We had a so much fun captain and crew member are awesome love to visit

Awesome 

Wonderful captain and crew.  We were able to see several dolphins.  Our trip was cut slightly short due to a sudden and unexpected storm.  The captain and crew got us home safely and quickly.

Paradise Adventures Catamaran

Step aboard the Grand-Mere, an air-conditioned double-decker boat, for the perfect ending to your day with a Sunset Dolphin Cruise in Panama City, Florida! Keep your eyes peeled for playful pods of dolphins swimming beneath the surface of the water and jumping above the waves. As you sail past Shell Island, an untouched 7-mile barrier island, take in the beautiful scenery. As the sun begins to set beyond the horizon, watch the sky erupt in a variety of colors as you cruise atop the beautiful water of the Emerald Coast. Don't miss out and book your Sunset Dolphin Cruise today!

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Crew did wonderful. Ride was smooth. Handful of dolphin sightings. Crew also is accommodating with anti-nausea essential oils, the lady was very nice and even made sure to check on me and gave me more if needed.

Great experience

We had so much fun! Feeding the seagulls and watching all of the dolphins to line dancing on the back. The cruise was relaxing and spectacular sunset! The crew was awesome as well!

So Much Fun!

Saw plenty of Dolphins and crew were excellent.

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Grand-Mére Shell Island Cruises

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Private Dolphin Excursion

Explore Panama City and Panama City Beach from the water as you cruise through St. Andrews Bay and the Gulf of Mexico on...

Kerry from the first minute we met exceeded our expectations. He was kind, knowledgeable and an overall great host/captain. I would definitely book with him again if I’m in the area.   Great value for the cost.

Awesome ride

Thanks Captain Kerry for such a fun time. Loved seeing the dolphins and checking out shell island. So beautiful!! Plus he lots of interesting info on the surroundings

Such a fun time!

Our family of 6 had a great day on the dolphin and shell island tour with Captain Kerry! He told us some history and let us choose how long to be at each area - got to snorkel , lounge around shell island and see dolphins!

Awesome tour by Captain Kerry!

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Panama City Beach: Sunset Dolphin Boat Tour Aboard Captain Anderson III

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Great!

Wonderful experience for two young ladies! They loved the captain speaking, the feeding of the seagulls, and the dolphins! So many memories for a really great price!

Parent Evening Dolphin Tour

We  booked a dolphin cruise in hopes of seeing a couple dolphins and we ended up seeing them the entire time we were out on the tour! Our captain did an amazing job navigating the boat so we could see from all angles

Dolphin cruise

Capt. Anderson's Marina

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Panama City Beach: Shell Island Dolphin Sea-fari Boat Tour

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I was with my lady friends and we enjoyed it a lot. The Captain was able to find the dolphins and we took lots of pictures. 
Shell Island was very dirty on the walk down the trail from people that had left their trash everywhere. 

Beautiful Day

Loved our dolphin cruise. The captain actually took the time to look and help us see the dolphins. He found them and told us exactly where to look. He took the time to let the kids drive the boat. Staff was entertaining and helpful. Very friendly and ready to accommodate. Highly recommend!!!

Cruise

We came in with a group of 9 and had a great time. Capt John and his crew were amazing and knowledgeable. We saw plenty of dolphins  and he even let the kids steer and honk the horn. He even stayed out a few minutes after time to head back to make sure we saw as many dolphins as possible!

Great trip and even better staff

Cruise through the Historic Grand Lagoon and the Gulf of Mexico in search of wild and beautiful bottlenose dolphins. Hit the water and snorkel, try out a stand-up paddleboard, look for some shells, or just relax and soak up the sun. This guided cruise is a fun trip for the whole family. Grab your sunscreen and explore beautiful Panama City Beach on this Snorkel Trip Aboard The Footloose Catamaran.

Panama City Beach: Snorkel Trip Aboard The Footloose Catamaran

Cruise through the Historic Grand Lagoon and the Gulf of Mexico in search of wild and beautiful bottlenose dolphins. Hit...

Captains were great, made the experience so fun. Lots to see on the Bay and Shell Island.

Great time

Absolutely amazing trip. Everyone was so helpful.

Customer

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Panama City Beach: Private Wild Dolphin Excursion

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Marcus was extremely friendly and knowledgeable of the area. He also went above and beyond what we expected on the trip. In addition to seeing dolphins he took us around a bunch of local spots that we never would have know about or see otherwise. We were extremely with the trip and when we come back we will definitely be booking with him again!

If you are worried about seeing dolphins, it took about 45 minutes to find them but we did see dolphins and they came right up to the boat. After the first encounter we also found another pod shortly after.

Excellent experience

We had a great time on the dolphin cruise. Marcus was well informed about the history of the area and made the trip enjoyable. Good family fun.

So Much Fun

Our captain Marcus provided excellent service. My kids enjoyed not only the ride and dolphin watching but also the stories about the pelican island and pirate cove. Thank you! We will definitely use your services again!

Great experience!

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Panama City Beach: Xtreme Thrill Ride on the Scream Machine I

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The captain was absolutely amazing. We had the time of our life my six year old granddaughter hit the captain when we got off the boat and told him he was the best captain ever we saw amazing dolphin. He did amazing 360 turn and nose job we all got wet, and overall experience with absolutely amazing

Absolutely the best time of our life

Not a dolphin tour, need to change your marketing!

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Sail into the sunset aboard the Footloose Catamaran. This 1.5-hour sailing trip in the Gulf of Mexico offers a great opportunity to relax and leave your worries behind. Listen to tropical music as you enjoy a complimentary glass of wine, Sangria, cold beer, or non-alcoholic beverage on Panama City Beach’s best sunset cruise. Don't forget to keep an eye out for Flipper and his friends!

Panama City Beach: Sunset Dolphin Sail Aboard The Footloose Catamaran

Sail into the sunset aboard the Footloose Catamaran. This 1.5-hour sailing trip in the Gulf of Mexico offers a great...

We had a group of 6 women gathering . The Captain Paul and his helper Marci  were very good, knowledgeable, and efficient. The cost was very reasonable for our adventure.

Great evening!

Tristen and crew were phenomenal. We had a very nice time. Lots of dolphins. Great beverage service. All and all 5 Stars

Jason and Tiffany 
Canton Ga

Awesome

Great friends friendly porpoise beautiful sunset triple rum cocktails what more can you ask for

Sunset sail

Take advantage of this once in a lifetime opportunity to swim with wild dolphins in Panama City Beach, Florida. Spend the morning or afternoon with a professional team of instructors that will educate you on the proper way to interact with the dolphins. The tour is capped off with several live swim-ins at Shell Island for potential encounters. It is not every day that you get to swim with dolphins, so don't miss your chance! Book your Shell Island Dolphin Swim Experience today!

Panama City Beach: Private Shell Island Dolphin Swim Experience

Take advantage of this once in a lifetime opportunity to swim with wild dolphins in Panama City Beach, Florida. Spend...

Capt Josh was friendly and helpful, he took us out despite bad weather and we hung in there through a storm that blew through, it was not pleasant but worth it!!  We got to spend our time after that swimming with dolphins and manatees! He found shells and sand dollars for my daughters at Shell Island and entertained the kids.   It was such an incredible experience, highly recommend!

So glad we stuck with it!

Embark on a leisurely dolphin sightseeing catamaran sail aboard the Footloose in Panama City Beach, Florida. Keep an eye out for dolphins among the waves and experience the thrill of seeing these magnificent animals as they play in their natural habitat. Enjoy tropical tunes as you sip on refreshing beverages with family and friends. Whether you sail in the serene St. Andrews Bay near Shell Island or in the shimmering water of the Gulf of Mexico, your adventure will be filled with excitement and anticipation. Sailing in Panama City Beach is breathtaking! Book your experience today!

Panama City Beach: Dolphin Sail Aboard the Footloose Catamaran

Embark on a leisurely dolphin sightseeing catamaran sail aboard the Footloose in Panama City Beach, Florida. Keep an eye...

Was an amazing time seen some stingrays and dolphins. Crew was fun and make good drinks!

Sail with dolphins

Captain Justine and the crew were great! We had a fantastic time!!

So much fun!!

Had a great time and saw 30 to 40 dolphins on our boat ride!

Wonderful

Enjoy a relaxing and fun-filled sailing cruise, perfect for couples or families. Cruise and sightsee through the calm water of Grand Lagoon, past the marinas, state park, and homes. If the waters of the Gulf are calm enough, take a leisurely sail and keep your fingers crossed for those cotton candy sunsets over the horizon. The whole cruise is enjoyable with fun music playing throughout and the entertaining crew keeping the fun going after the sun goes down with lots of dancing and games. Don't miss out, book your Panama City Beach Sailing Excursion today!

Panama City Beach Sailing Excursion

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The staff was very nice and helpful. We also felt safe. Thank you for the experience

Nice evening

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