Name: Panama City Beach: Shell Island Dolphin Sea-fari Boat Tour
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Set out on an unforgettable dolphin tour in Panama City Beach with the Shell Island Sea-fari Boat Tour. Cruise through the scenic Grand Lagoon and St. Andrews Bay, where you’ll spot dolphins, collect seashells, and explore the white sand shores of Shell Island. Perfect for families, couples, and nature lovers, this tour offers swimming, shelling, and plenty of time to relax in one of Florida’s most beautiful coastal areas. Ready to explore more? Discover all <a href="https://www.tripshock.com/destination/fl/panama-city-beach/things-to-do/">Panama City Beach attractions</a> for your next adventure.

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

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Parking Public parking is available at Capt. Anderson's Marina.
Departure Details: This tour departs from Capt. Anderson's Marina is located at Grand Lagoon - 5551 North Lagoon Drive Panama City, Florida 32408. Please arrive at least 1 hour before departure. Upon arrival, please go directly to the ticket office to exchange your voucher for a ticket. The tour departs on time. For any issues, please contact your provider, Capt. Anderson's Marina, at 850-234-3435. 
Gratuities: Although not required, it is recommended to tip your guide 18-20%.

Capt Anderson's Marina

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

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Set out on an unforgettable dolphin tour in Panama City Beach with the Shell Island Sea-fari Boat Tour. Cruise through...

Day outing

My husband and I had a wonderful time celebrating my birthday abord the cruise.

Dolphin cruise

We enjoyed ourselves it was a very nice trip seen a lot of dolphins the crew and captain were very good went out of there way to make everyone happy they were very good with all the children  will take a trip next time I am at the beach

Love the trip

The crew and captain were excellent.  They went above and beyond to make this experience wonderful.  Saw a lot of dolphins and enjoyed Shell Island. 

I would highly recommend Captain Anderson's for this excursion.

Great Excursion

We had a fabulous time. The crew were truly friendly and helpful. 
We got to see dolphins and had an hour on Shell Island. 
Will do again 

Dolphins and Shell Island. Captain Anderson 3

Shell Island was really beautiful, moving around on the ocean was really nice. We got to see dolphins, at a distance and a big spotted eagle ray up close. A really nice activity with children.

Awesome trip

We always book with captain anderson III for the dolphin and shell island trip and as always it’s amazing, got to see a lot of dolphins as they came up to the boat and spend a wonderful time on shell island. Great experience for the kids and adults.

Amazing as always

Enjoyed the cruise. Captain John and crew were great. Great price for the cruise too.

The captain was fantastic. He was personable & made sure we got amazing views of the dolphins. We even got to see some babies. I had been on this trip before 3 years ago with much calmer water so we were able to find more shells. This time we didn’t find many. No one can control that though.

Dolphins!!!!

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Panama City Beach: Dolphin Sunset Sail Aboard The Privateer Catamaran

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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.

Very easy to book & find area.  The crew was amazing with a sense of humor. Laid back, relaxing cruise & an excellent rum,rum,rum punch cocktail.

Catamaran Trip

Absolutely the best!! People were great and the experience was the best beginning to end!!  Highly recommend!!

Loved This!!!

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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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This cruise was AWESOME!!!! Fed birds, saw dolphins, danced in the rain, and had a dance party as we cruised back to the dock! Would so recommend

Dolphin cruise review

What a fun time on this evening cruise. Staff was amazing and friendly. A great time was had by all. Music got you to your feet to dance. Would definitely recommend!!

What a ride

Had a great time with our family group ranging in age from 9 to 70+.  Crew was helpful and attentive.

Fun Family Time.

Grand-Mére Shell Island Cruises

Explore Panama City and Panama City Beach from the water as you cruise through St. Andrews Bay and the Gulf of Mexico on a Private Dolphin Excursion. Let your captain take the wheel while you sit back and enjoy the sights and the breeze. Watch dolphins play in the water and unwind as you sip on your favorite beverage and have the opportunity to see wild birds, dolphins, fish, and maybe even spot a manatee! Book your Private Dolphin Excursion today!

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!

Seaydog Adventures

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!

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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.

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!!!

Water Planet

Set sail on a Panama City Beach sunset cruise aboard the Captain Anderson III and experience golden-hour magic on the water. Cruise through Grand Lagoon and St. Andrews Bay, spotting playful dolphins as the sun dips below the Gulf horizon. This family-friendly tour combines sightseeing, dolphin encounters, and breathtaking views, making it one of the top things to do in Panama City Beach. Don’t miss your chance to relax, snap stunning photos, and make unforgettable memories on the water—book your sunset cruise today!

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

Set sail on a Panama City Beach sunset cruise aboard the Captain Anderson III and experience golden-hour magic on the...

Family Support Advocate

My  grandson  enjoyed  feeding  the  birds  and  letting  him  steer  the  boat.
   We  did  see  a lot  of  dolphins

Enjoyed  the  trip on  the  boat

Great Captain and crew! Beautiful sights along the trip. We saw several pods of dolphins and learned about all the local landmarks we passed.

Great experience

Climb aboard the Grand-Mére for a day of fun with a Shell Island Cruise & Dolphin Watch 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 journey to Shell Island, an untouched 7-mile barrier island, and admire the natural beauty surrounding you. Upon docking, choose your own adventure whether it is taking a leisurely walk, swimming, diving, or snorkeling. You can even choose to simply unwind on board, sipping a refreshing cocktail and cherishing the tranquility of Shell Island's shore. Book today!

Panama City Beach: Shell Island Excursion & Dolphin Cruise on the Grand Mére

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Exceptional great captain (mike) and crew makes you feel like part of the group interaction, felt safe the entire time.   Will be back and definitely recommend.

Great day at sea, crab island

it was amazing the trip the people the places even to see the dolphins , my family really enjoyed every second on the trip definitely i would  do it again!!

Community manager

Friendly staff beautiful views! Highly recommend!!

Fantastic trip

Join this fun dolphin tour and zoom around on a speedy jet ski to play and swim with bottlenose dolphins! A family-friendly adventure to explore the beaches and waters of St. Andrews Bay, this dolphin tour brings you face-to-face with these incredibly intelligent and social species. Premium jet skis are nimble and easy to use. Book today for the experience of a lifetime!

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We had an amazing time on the jet ski tour. We even got to see dolphins! We checked the jet skis right on the beach and they were $100 for 30 minutes. This was way worth the extra $28 dollars for about 2 hours! I will definitely be doing this next year as well!!!

Jet ski tour AMAZING!!!!

This experience was one of the highlights of our vacation. Dolphins,  Shell island, and beautiful blue waters made this tour a blast. Going 45 mph on a jet ski while seeing it all just added that much more to this experience. I’m surprised it only costed as much as it did, well worth your time and money.

Worth it!!!

I would book again in a heartbeat  tour guide was awesome   a must do in pcb

Awesome !!

FUNPCB

Take a cruise around the Panama City Beach area in search of wild, bottlenose dolphins. This guided cruise is a fun trip for the entire family! Not only do you get an exciting dolphin tour experience, but snorkel gear is available for those wanting to park the boat and cool off. Grab your sunscreen and hit the water Panama City style! Book your spot today!

Panama City Beach: Shell Island Small Group Dolphin & Snorkel Tour

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We had such a fun time seeing dolphins, looking for turtles, and snorkeling at shell island! We highly recommend doing this!

One of the Best family fun experiences

Captain Robert was very knowledgeable and friendly and made the experience so much fun!

So Much Fun!

Six of us went on the dolphin / snorkeling tour with Captain Rob. We had an absolute blast. He helped us find dolphins and got us close enough to them so that we could jump in and swim with them!  Then he took us to two snorkeling locations and they were full of fish and sand dollars. I would definitely book this trip again!

Will Definitely Be Back

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

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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

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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!

You Call It Water Adventures

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...

My family and I went on a dolphin cruise with them we visited shell island and was able to get off the boat and swim and explore the water and bank staff was very nice and friendly with us and our 7 kids that were on tour with us my family will definitely recommend this group it was an amazing and unforgettable experience

Had a wonderful time! Saw dolphins,  osprey nest with young osprey, pelicans! Team leader Justine and the rest of her team did a fantastic job! Highly recommend them to anyone!!!!!!!

Snorkeling adventure

Start your morning with an unforgettable eco-adventure through Historic Grand Lagoon and St. Andrews Bay to the secluded shores of Shell Island with this Shell Island Cruise and Dolphin Encounter. Enjoy narrated sightseeing, dolphin watching, bird feeding, and crab trap demonstrations as you cruise past landmarks like St. Andrews State Park and “The Pass.” Anchor at private Spanish Shanty Cove on Shell Island for swimming, shelling, snorkeling, and sunbathing on one of Panama City Beach’s most pristine barrier islands. With breathtaking wildlife, rich history, and hands-on fun, this Shell Island cruise is the ultimate early bird experience. Book your Shell Island and dolphin experience today!

Panama City Beach: Early Bird Shell Island Cruise and Dolphin Encounter

Start your morning with an unforgettable eco-adventure through Historic Grand Lagoon and St. Andrews Bay to the secluded...

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