Name: Panama City Sunset Dolphin Cruise on the Grand Mére
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SKU: 4870
Price: 28 USD
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Rating: 4.8373 (166 reviews)

Sunset Cruises & Tours

Dolphin Cruises & Tours

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!

Panama City Sunset Dolphin Cruise on the Grand Mére

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Parking: Free parking is available on-site. 
Departure Details: This cruise departs from Papa Joe's Bayside located at 4601 West US-98, Panama City, FL 32401. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before departure. The boat departs on time. Please make sure to contact the provider to give the first and last names of all guests in the reservation before arrival. For any issues, please contact your provider, Grand-Mére Shell Island Cruises, at 850-785-4878.
Gratuities: Although not required, it is always appreciated and encouraged to tip.

Papa Joe's Bayside

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Panama City Sunset Dolphin Cruise on the Grand Mére

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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...

Boat ride was nice. Just no dolphins.
It was cool.

Didnt see any dolphins just a fin lol but it was still fun. Especially the lady that was dancing.. I will definitely book this cruise again.

Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We're glad you still had such a great time, even if the dolphins decided to be a little shy that day. Since they're wild animals, every cruise is a little different, but we always hope they'll put on a great show!

We're especially happy to hear Lindsay helped make your trip so much fun! We'll be sure to share your kind words with her. She loves making our guests smile and creating a fun, memorable experience.

We truly appreciate you cruising with us and can't wait to welcome you back aboard. Hopefully next time the dolphins will be a little more cooperative!

Dolphin TOUR

Customer

We went with our 5 monrh old son. He loved it!

Amazing?

We have done a dolphin cruise in the past on a smaller “speed boat” type of boat, and enjoyed it a lot. We got to see dolphins up close and a lot of them. The grand Merle was a huge double decker boat which didn’t bother me but the ride was more of a leisurely one and we never saw dolphins up close or very many. The ones we saw were far out in the wakes of other boats so that was disappointing. We did enjoy the bird feeding or I should say my little kids did at the beginning of the ride. The crew was nice and allowed the kids to hold pieces of bread the provided for the birds to swoop down and take right from their hands. I was a little shocked at how many there were and how they just swarmed us. If you’re afraid of birds don’t do this one. Overall nothing wrong with this trip it just was not a very exciting “dolphin” experience. My teens and the adults would have enjoyed the smaller vessels to see the dolphins up close and the ride would have been more exciting.

Hi Jill. Thank you for sharing your experience and for joining us aboard GrandMère! We're glad your family enjoyed the bird-feeding experience and that our crew helped make it a fun memory for your little ones.

You're absolutely right that there are different styles of dolphin tours, and each offers a unique experience. GrandMère is designed to provide a comfortable, family-friendly cruise with features like spacious indoor and outdoor seating, an air-conditioned cabin, onboard restrooms, and a full-service bar and concessions. While our captains always do their best to find dolphins, they are wild animals, so every trip is a little different, and some days they simply choose to keep their distance.

We appreciate your feedback and hope you'll join us again. Every cruise offers a new opportunity to experience dolphins in their natural habitat, and we'd love the chance to provide you with an even better sighting next time.

Not what I expected

Great cruise! Saw some dolphins and had fun. Beautiful sunset!

Great cruise/great value

This was our 3rd trip, which will be the start of a tradition. Every time we're in PCB, we make it a point to do this. The staff is super helpful and considerate. Highly recommend.

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It truly means the world to us that you've chosen to make a GrandMère cruise part of your PCB tradition. Knowing you've sailed with us three times is one of the greatest compliments we could receive!

We're so happy to hear our crew has consistently made each trip a great experience. We'll be sure to share your kind words with them! They love creating memorable moments for our guests.

Thank you again for your recommendation. We can't wait to welcome you back for trip number four the next time you're in Panama City Beach!

Wonderful time

Our trip was absolutely awesome!! The crew was so nice and extremely friendly!  The sunset cruise was an amazing back drop for some great pictures of my family!  I would definitely recommend and sail with this crew again!!!

Fun in the sun!!!

Great experience! staff was wonderful and very attentive, great drinks for a good price and perfect drinks and snacks for kiddos!! definitely would recommend and will 100% be back on next years girls trip!

dolphin sunset boat tour

We had a great time. Family friendly and my boys had a wonderful time

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Panama City Beach Sunset Dolphin Cruise

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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!

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This was perfect in my opinion. Very relaxing and was near the dolphins for over 30 minutes. It was nice for us that the boat was not full because it allowed us to move around freely. Also feeding the gulls as we began the sail was fun and at times hilarious.

Great experience

Over the years, I’ve done the same sense dolphin encouraged several times that this year was without a doubt the best!

It was the highlight of our trip. The weather was perfect & we saw many dolphins, some were part of large pods. We got very close to some of the dolphins. The kids loved feeding Cheetos to the birds, too. And Capt. John was great. He was so good with the kids, funny & entertaining. We are already making plans to return to Capt. Anderson for our next adventure!

Worth every penny!

Capt. Anderson's Marina

Enjoy a serene evening on the water with this Panama City Beach BYOB Sunset Cruise and experience the scenic views of Saint Andrews Bay, Grand Lagoon, and Shell Island. Explore the bay with a frosty beverage in hand as you take in the surreal beauty around you. The Emerald Coast is known for its unrivaled cotton candy sunsets. So sit atop the gentle waves and capture some postcard-quality photos of the day. Don't miss your chance to see a Panama City Beach sunset tonight!

Panama City Beach: BYOB Sunset Cruise

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It was awesome! He took us to multiple spots to try and see dolphins and showed us many different parts of the bay and to the gulf. Wasn’t able to see the sunset because of the clouds but the captain was nice and personable and we had a great time. Would def do again.

Sunset cruise

Cannot recommend this sunset cruise enough!! We saw pelicans and dolphins and a gorgeous sunset. Captain Marcus was very informative and gave us an incredible experience! A++

Fabulous sunset cruise

Me and my boyfriend did this together and we had such a great time! The captain helped us search for dolphins and made sure we saw them. We got to see an island/reserve for pelicans and seagulls. There are hundreds! We got to ride around as the sun set. We weren’t able to go to far into the gulf because the tides were bad so our awesome captain let us off at a dune where we saw sting rays and the prettiest seashells! I wish I would’ve got his name again before we left but he was nice and knew where to go!

Amazing captain and so relaxing!

You Call It Water Adventures

Enjoy a serene evening on the water with this Private Panama City Beach Sunset Cruise and experience the scenic views of Saint Andrews Bay, Grand Lagoon, and Shell Island. Float around and gaze at the sky as you take in the surreal beauty around you. The Emerald Coast is known for its unrivaled cotton candy sunsets. So, sit atop the gentle waves and capture some postcard quality photos of the day. Don't miss your chance to see a Panama City Beach sunset tonight!

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The Captain Marcus was very pleasant, friendly and professional & so courteous. Such a great experience, definitely worth it. When next we're in PCB, we'll be doing this again.

Sailing excursion with You Call It Water Adventures

Would highly recommend. Captain was knowledgeable of area and provided interesting information.

We had a great time- Marcus was a super nice guy who was knowledgeable and friendly. We highly recommend booking a trip with him!

Fantastic adventure

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Very friendly staff and the atmosphere was perfect for a family vacation outing. 
Family oriented group of guys

Super Nice

It was a great experience, amazing captain and crew. The bartenders do need a better blender for frozen drinks, the cheap blender leaves ice chucks in the drink

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!

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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

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Captain Chelsea and bartender Sam were the absolute best!!

Great Atmosphere

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

Set out on the largest Tiki boat in the U.S. for a sunset cruise through Panama City Beach’s shimmering water. Watch the sky transform into a canvas of color as you glide through Grand Lagoon, past St. Andrew State Park and Shell Island. Keep an eye out for dolphins playing in the golden glow of twilight. Enjoy tropical music, relaxed vibes, and your favorite drink. This unforgettable sunset journey is the perfect way to end your day in paradise. Book today for a magical Tiki experience!

Panama City Beach: Tiki Sunset Boat Cruise

Set out on the largest Tiki boat in the U.S. for a sunset cruise through Panama City Beach’s shimmering water. Watch...

Right off the bat the hosts were pretty chill and gave a real good brief of what's expected. They catered to us considering our party was over 10 people so they knew we were gonna be the life of the party. For a first time celebrating Cinco de mayo on atiki boat is was so well worth having the chill time on the water, good drinks, and watching the beautiful sun set

TOTALLY WORTH IT

Our crew was awesome and built a play list off the requests from our group and others on the boat. We had a great time and it was a great way to celebrate cinco de mayo

Great evening cruise out on the water

Had a ball!  The 3 guys were so much fun.

Ohana Water Adventures

Experience a breathtaking Emerald Coast sunset with a Panama City Beach Sunset Cruise. Journey along the St. Andrew Bay and the Gulf of Mexico shoreline taking in the stunning sights. Search for bottlenose dolphins and other fascinating wildlife while cruising the water. This relaxing trip offers the perfect opportunity to capture beautiful photos as the sun dips beyond the horizon. Join in for an unforgettable evening on the water, combining the natural beauty of the area with the excitement of dolphin sightings. Book yours today!

Panama City Beach Sunset Cruise

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The crew was very knowledgeable and very friendly. The inly part we didn’t like was the very rough water being on a pontoon boat. We did get to see plenty of dolphins and a beautiful sunset

Pretty sunset

Good Jibez Only

Set sail aboard a brand-new 32-passenger catamaran for a relaxing shared sunset cruise along Panama City Beach. Departing from Bayside Resort, a Hilton Vacation Club, you will explore the Grand Lagoon before watching the sun set over the Gulf of Mexico in stunning shades of gold, pink, and orange. Enjoy spacious seating, tropical music, warm Gulf breezes, and beautiful coastal views throughout the sail. Each guest receives one complimentary beverage, with additional drinks and snacks available for purchase onboard. End your evening with a scenic ride back to the resort, filled with unforgettable views and laid-back coastal vibes. Book today!

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Set sail aboard a brand-new 32-passenger catamaran for a relaxing shared sunset cruise along Panama City Beach....

End your day on the water with a relaxing 1.5-hour dolphin sunset cruise in Panama City Beach. Step aboard a spacious, comfortable vessel and enjoy a smooth, scenic ride through Grand Lagoon, St. Andrews Bay, and near Shell Island. An experienced captain actively searches for dolphins, creating unforgettable up-close encounters as they swim alongside the boat. As golden hour fades into a vibrant Gulf sunset, the sky becomes the perfect backdrop for photos. With a friendly, laid-back crew, onboard drinks, and plenty of space to unwind, this family-friendly cruise offers the perfect blend of relaxation, romance, and coastal beauty. Book today!

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Island Time Sailing Cruises

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Panama City Beach: Sunset Dolphin Tour on the Daydreams Sailboat with Complimentary Beverage

Embark on a blissful Sunset & Dolphin Sightseeing Tour aboard the Daydreams Sailboat in Panama City Beach, Florida. Sail...

We actually did not get to ride the Ohana sailboat, as not enough people signed up for the tour. Because of that, the company offered to rebook us to the Privateer catamaran sunset and dolphin sightseeing tour instead since it was our last night there. Whereas the Privateer tour was just fine, and we still enjoyed it, we would’ve preferred to have had the more intimate setting that we had originally booked.

Rebooked Tour

Absolutely wonderful!  Our crew. Jeremy & Jamie, created an experience to be remembered. The boat and the entire evening was way beyond our hopes. We’ve been on other  dolphin tours. The Ohana (means family and we were treated as such) was way beyond anything we’ve done before. The actual highlight of the 7 years we’ve been coming to PCB!  There should be a special level of 6 stars for exceptional experiences - this cruise was at that level. We will definitely do it again

Excellent

The crew was amazing.  Was very attentive to our wants and needs.  A wonderful evening on the water.   Will do again.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of picturesque coastal landscapes with the Daydreams Private Sunset Sail in Panama City Beach, Florida. Step aboard the SY Daydreams, a 50-foot Beneteau monohull sailboat, and take in the sights of Shell Island, the Gulf of Mexico, and St. Andrews Bay as you cruise through the water. While gliding atop the water, keep an eye out for dolphins and other sea life. Do not miss out on this sunset sail. Book your experience today!

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Immerse yourself in the beauty of picturesque coastal landscapes with the Daydreams Private Sunset Sail in Panama City...

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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We had so much fun. Was a relaxing day on the water finding dolphins and jumping in with them and a turtle.  Will definitely be back

Best day

It was a great experience to ride on a boat with my family and daughters best friend for her birthday! We saw dolphins and even a sea turtle! We were able to take drinks and subway sandwiches along with chips and fruit, we could enjoy close to shell island where we picked shells and saw hermit crabs! We would definitely do it again :)

Wonderful experience for my daughters birthday!

The captain, Dennis, was very nice and made sure we saw as many dolphins as possible. He gave us some history and taught us a lot about dolphins we didn’t know. The one and only down side to this experience was how the customer service handled the situation the morning of our experience. They texted me 30 min prior to tell me the trip would have to be cancelled or rescheduled due to not having at least 3 people on board. I begged and pleaded since it was a surprise for my best friend’s birthday. I finally had to pay for a 3rd party to be able to go then they still couldn’t go on time because the captain “needed 24 hours notice”, yet customers only need 30 minutes? Found that entire situation highly unprofessional. Either way, we made it on and saw many dolphins and took lots of photos and videos and had a private tour for two at the cost of three.

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