Things to do in Panama City Beach, FL
Searching for the best things to do in Panama City Beach, FL? From sugar-white sands to endless fun on the Gulf, PCB offers top-rated activities for every type of traveler. Try popular tours like dinner cruises, deep sea fishing, and watersport rentals—including pontoon boats, jet skis, and kayaks. Once known as the Spring Break capital, Panama City Beach now attracts families, couples, and nightlife lovers alike with its vibrant mix of relaxation and excitement.
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Panama City Beach: Shell Island and Dolphin Tour with Marine Biology Guide
5.0(1)
3 Hrs.
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Panama City Beach: Shell Island Excursion & Dolphin Cruise on the Grand Mére
4.9(86)
3.5 Hrs.
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Panama City Beach: Wild Dolphin Excursion
5.0(69)
2 Hrs.
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Panama City Beach: Adventure Tour With Inflatable Waterpark Aboard The Privateer Catamaran
4.7(345)
3 Hrs.
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Panama City Beach: Dolphin Sunset Sail Aboard The Privateer Catamaran
4.8(835)
2 Hrs.
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Panama City Beach: Snorkel Trip Aboard The Footloose Catamaran
4.7(227)
3 Hrs.
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Panama City Beach: Shell Island Dolphin Swim Experience
4.9(193)
4 Hrs.
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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Panama City Beach: Full Day Pontoon Rental for up to 12 Passengers
4.7(468)
8 Hrs.
A day on the water with a pontoon rental in Panama City Beach, Florida is guaranteed to please the whole crew! Captain your own boat from the still waters of serene Grand Lagoon where you can pull up on the beach and have a picnic or just gaze out at the beauty of the world. Whether you are looking for shells, looking for dolphins, going for a swim, or just relaxing, there is something for everyone! Book your pontoon rental today and experience Panama City Beach in style!
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Panama City Beach: Half Day Pontoon Rental for up to 12 Passengers
4.9(49)
4 Hrs.
Captain your own boat from the still waters of serene Grand Lagoon where you can pull up on the beach and have a picnic or just gaze out at the beauty of the world. Whether you are looking for shells, looking for dolphins, going for a swim, or just relaxing, there is something for everyone! Each ticket reserves one pontoon boat for up to 12 passengers. To reserve multiple boats, select one additional ticket for each additional boat. Book your pontoon rental today and experience Panama City Beach in style!
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Panama City Beach: 115 HP Standard Pontoon Boat Rental
4.9(13)
4 - 8 Hrs.
Experience the ultimate day on the water with a 2023 115 HP Standard Panama City Pontoon Boat Rental! Captain your own 24-foot pontoon boat powered by a 115 HP motor and discover Panama City Beach at your own pace. Cruise the water of St. Andrews Bay and find your private slice of paradise on Shell Island. Bring a grill, water toys, and floats to enhance your adventure, making it a perfect outing for family and friends. Enjoy the freedom and excitement of creating your own adventure on the water! Anchors away, book this rental today!
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Panama City Beach: 115 HP Deluxe Panama City Pontoon Boat Rental
5.0(2)
4 - 8 Hrs.
Experience the ultimate day on the water with a 115 HP Deluxe Panama City Pontoon Boat Rental! Captain your own 2024 24-foot pontoon boat powered by a 115 HP motor and discover Panama City Beach at your own pace. Cruise the water of St. Andrews Bay and find your private slice of paradise on Shell Island. Bring a grill, water toys, and floats to enhance your adventure, making it a perfect outing for family and friends. Enjoy the freedom and excitement of creating your own adventure on the water! Book this rental today!
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Panama City Beach: Shell Island Dolphin Sea-fari Boat Tour
4.8(998)
3.5 Hrs.
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 [Panama City Beach attractions](https://www.tripshock.com/destination/fl/panama-city-beach/things-to-do/) for your next adventure.
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Panama City Sunset Dolphin Cruise on the Grand Mére
4.8(167)
1.5 Hrs.
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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Panama City Beach Shell Island Dolphin and Snorkel Cruise
4.8(267)
3 Hrs.
Enjoy a fun-filled catamaran cruise in beautiful Panama City Beach, Florida! Swim and snorkel the calm water in the bay behind Shell Island, check out the bayside beach, try your hand at stand-up paddle boarding, or zip down the waterslide! Afterwards, set sail for the Gulf of Mexico to visit local wild dolphins! The fun continues at the dock with dancing, contests, and activities. Prepare for a fun adventure the whole family can enjoy! Book your Panama City Beach Shell Island Dolphin and Snorkel Cruise!
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Panama City Beach: Private Shell Island Dolphin Swim Experience
5.0(1)
4 Hrs.
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!
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Panama City Beach: Double Decker Pontoon Boat with a Slide
5.0(1)
4 - 8 Hrs.
Anchors away on a new 26-foot tritoon powered with 115 HP motors. Spend the day on the water with your crew as you captain your own boat from the still waters of Grand Lagoon. Experience Shell Island and the surrounding area with 2 decks and 2 slides. With this rental, you can select your own private nook to picnic, snorkel the clear waters, find many shells along the pristine sands to take home as souvenirs, see dolphins, and encounter unique wildlife. Book your Double Decker Pontoon today!
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Panama City Beach: Shell Island Excursion & Dolphin Cruise on the Grand Mére
4.9(86)
3.5 Hrs.
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!
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Panama City Beach Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise
5.0(1)
1.5 Hrs.
Experience a Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise aboard a 32-foot pontoon in Panama City Beach, Florida. This is the perfect way to explore the stunning St. Andrews Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Keep an eye out for playful dolphins in their natural habitat while enjoying an adventure filled with scenic beauty and marine wonders. This cruise offers a unique opportunity to witness dolphins up close, making it a memorable outing for the whole family. Join this tour and be surrounded by the natural splendor of Panama City Beach.
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