Name: Panama City Beach: Shell Island Dolphin Sea-fari Boat Tour
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Rating: 4.8072 (975 reviews)

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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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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.

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.

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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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I had a great time in the boat!!  The crew was extremely friendly and a informative tour .  It was unfortunate we only saw one dolphin, but that wasn’t their fault.  Waters were a little choppy .   However great experience.

Nice tour

Wonderful crew and great time with family.

Guest

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

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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!

Panama City Beach: Shell Island Dolphin Swim Experience

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

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.

Dolphin tour

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...

This was a great experience and an awesome captian!

Awesome

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

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!

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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

FUNPCB

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

Climb aboard the Grand-Mére for a day of fun with a Shell Island Cruise & Dolphin Watch in Panama City, Florida! Keep...

It was the best experience ever. The whole family had the best time. Shell Island was beautiful. We seen so many dolphins. The captain was amazing. Three of my kids got to drive the boat. Definitely made so many memories!!! It was worth every penny.

Grand Mere

It was absolutely amazing, shell island was beautiful and calm perfect for my 2 yr old. And we saw several dolphins and a sea turtle we will definitely do this again when we come back

Amazing

Shell Island is a beach girls dream. Very beautiful and a must see. This was best boat outing I've had. We saw many dolphins and the captain and crew were fantastic. Found some great shells. A time was had, and I highly recommend.

Shell Island & Dolphins

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

Excellent 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!!!!!!!

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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.

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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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

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

Sunset sail

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

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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!

Excellent

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