Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time
Description
Experience the best of Panama City Beach on this 3-hour Shell Island snorkel and dolphin cruise aboard a spacious sailing catamaran. This family-friendly adventure includes approximately 1 hour of snorkeling at Shell Island, where you can swim in clear, shallow waters, search for seashells, and spot marine life like starfish and tropical fish. The remaining 2 hours are dedicated to dolphin watching and scenic cruising through St. Andrews Bay and into the Gulf of Mexico. Keep your camera ready as dolphins are often seen swimming alongside the boat. Relax and enjoy the ocean breeze, music, and fun atmosphere as you sail along the Emerald Coast. Snorkeling gear and life jackets are included, and drinks are available for purchase onboard. Perfect for all ages, this tour offers the ideal mix of relaxation, wildlife, and adventure.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- CHECK-IN: You must arrive 30 minutes prior to departure time.
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years old
- Weight restrictions for slide is 250lbs, for paddleboards 200lbs
- Bottled water is the only outside food/drink permitted. NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOL PERMITTED.
- No smoking allowed
- No chewing gum
- Please wear your swimsuits under your clothes. Also pack a beach bag with towels, sunscreen (no aerosol sprays), sunglasses, hats, cameras, etc. You may also want to bring water shoes.
- Snorkel gear is provided but you may bring your own if you'd like. Young kids may prefer to bring their own goggles instead of the masks we provide.
- Dress code is casual - wear swim suits under casual clothes. • Bring a beach bag with towels, sunscreen (no aerosol sprays), hats, sunglasses, and cameras. • You are not allowed to bring drinks or coolers. • No smoking allowed • Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund. • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions especially during hot summer weather • Inclement weather may cancel a cruise, but is up to the cruise company and is generally a last minute decision. Plan to arrive as scheduled unless otherwise notified.
- 18% gratuity will be added for parties of 15 or more.
Reviews(4,920)
Great experience starting at the check-in desk. Our boat ride to Shell Island was amazing, saw some Dolphins, my daughter really enjoyed paddle boarding, got a few crabs from snorkeling. The crew and captain were very welcoming. We had so much fun on the boat! Sarah was very kind to help my daughter get on the paddle boat. We plan to do this again next year.
My family and I had a great time snorkeling and visiting shell island - Christo and Carter made our trip smooth and fun ! Definitely rec!!!
Great overall experience, crew was great. Cristo, Payton and Kenzie treated everyone onboard like family. For the price this was 10/10 half day trip.
We had the best time!! We've done multiple trips with Island Time Sailing over the past few years and every trip is different. All of the staff are friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend since you get the best experience for the money.
Great experience! The crew were exceptionally friendly and helpful! Very smooth ride. Clean and very nice! We had a fabulous time!
It was a great family activity. Crew was awesome! Very attentive and friendly. We highly recommend it!
This is the third time we’ve done the Shell Island snorkeling adventure. Each time it has been absolutely amazing. The boat is clean, the drinks are cold and the staff is very attentive. I would definitely recommend this trip for anyone who wants a fun day full of snorkeling.
We had the best time. The crew was fabulous. Shell Island was fun.
Amazing trip, not overcrowded, friendly staff, ample time to snorkel. Waters at island site are shallow and great for all skill level.
We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Shell Island! Friendly crew, good swim, cool marine life . . . but no dolphins today. Good fun!
