Panama City Beach Waverunner Dolphin Tours
Frequently Asked Questions
A Panama City Beach waverunner dolphin tour is when multiple parties will rent jet skis and come together for a common tour. Led by a guide, you will glide across the gorgeous emerald waters of the Gulf Coast, checking out the area’s natural beauty, local hotspots, and amazing wildlife along the way!
Since dolphins are wild animals, dolphin sightings cannot be guaranteed. Panama City Beach waverunner dolphin tours have an almost 100% success rate of finding dolphins in the wild.
Dolphins are always active in Panama City Beach, Florida! Whether your tour departs in the morning, afternoon, or evening, it’s very likely you’ll run into a playful pod of dolphins.
The weight limit per jet ski ranges from 400 to 450 pounds, but this varies per rental company. Please review the restrictions and cancellation policy before booking to confirm this information. Most tour companies will not allow children under 6 years old to ride, and the person signing the contract must be 18 years old with a valid picture ID and credit card.
Anyone born before January 1, 1988, can operate a jet ski as long as they have a valid driver’s license. Anyone born on or after that date will need to take a Florida Boaters Test, and must be at least 16 years old with a valid driver’s license. Most rental companies will have these tests available on site for a nominal fee. Please arrive 45 minutes to an hour early if you need to take this test. Some tour companies do not have this option, and you will need to take a boaters test prior to arrival. You can do so here: https://www.boat-ed.com/FLORIDARENTAL/. Please be sure to review the restrictions and cancellation policy before booking.