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This was the best...
This was the best experience and very kid friendly!! Seen so many dolphins and wonderful views! The captain and his wife are so sweet!! Thank you for this trip ❤️
2 Hour Private Dolphin Sightseeing Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $549 / person
- Location
- Panama City Beach, United States
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 49 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Gulf Coast Excursions
- Meeting point
- Park up front in the paved parking lot of CSS Yacht Basin located at 1213 Beck avenue. We are located at slip 13a/b on the lay a long dock.
Description
Experience the difference with your very own PRIVATE dolphin tour as you cruise St Andrews Bay and The Gulf of Mexico on the "Reel Lady". Cruise in comfort as you enjoy a smooth ride out to the Gulf. Enjoy the open back deck or an air conditioned cabin with a private restroom and your own personal guide. Make memories you will forever cherish with your family while on vacation in Panama City Beach. Price is for up to 6 people! Complimentary Drinks and Snacks provided.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Fri, and Sun
- Start times
- 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 2:00 PM, and 5:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Group price
- $549 per group of up to 6
Out at sunset: the 5:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:11 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 31 of the next 42 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Our Panama City Beach Shell Island dolphin tour consist of a 2 hour trip around to the Gulf side of Shell Island. Enjoy our 2 hour sunset cruise on the famous "Reel Lady" watching the world's most beautiful sunset while cruising St. Andrews Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Complimentary Drinks and Snacks provided. ** All trips/tours are up to 6 people **
What's included
Included
Restroom
Air-conditioned vehicle
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
49 reviews
How it compares in Panama City Beach
- Rated higher than 88% of 64 reviewed tours in Panama City Beach
- No. 39 by number of reviews among 102 tours in Panama City Beach
Excurgo comparison of 102 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does 2 Hour Private Dolphin Sightseeing Tour take?
2 Hour Private Dolphin Sightseeing Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does 2 Hour Private Dolphin Sightseeing Tour cost?
Prices start at $549 per person for this Panama City Beach experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does 2 Hour Private Dolphin Sightseeing Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, starting at 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 2:00 PM, and 5:00 PM.
Does 2 Hour Private Dolphin Sightseeing Tour sell out?
It can: 31 of the next 42 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel 2 Hour Private Dolphin Sightseeing Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Park up front in the paved parking lot of CSS Yacht Basin located at 1213 Beck avenue. We are located at slip 13a/b on the lay a long dock. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is 2 Hour Private Dolphin Sightseeing Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is 2 Hour Private Dolphin Sightseeing Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 49 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Gulf Coast Excursions.
Reviews(49)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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2025 Family Trip
First time taking this cruise with our family and friends. We enjoyed the charter, dolphins and experience. Great captain and his wife. I would recommend this private charter experience over any other and especially over a crowded boat full of strangers. The price to me was reasonable and well worth the private experience.
Operator response
It was so great spending time with you and your family. We hope to see you again soon.
S
Family Outing
Extremely awesome people. They were friendly, informative and gave us a great experience. Would definitely recommend!!!
Operator response
It was so awesome spending time with you and your family. Hope your trip back was safe and thank you again for all your kind words.
D
Gulf dolphin experience
The hosts were very friendly and took awesome care of us. A pop up storm came up and they quickly too everyone to safety and cared about our experience the entire cruise. Everyone had a memorable experience with a captain and his “mate” who quickly became friends! We will be back!
Operator response
Thank you so much and we definitely loved getting to meet you and becoming friends. We can’t wait to see you all again.
B
Best money I’ve ever spent!
Captain was very knowledgeable and took his time. His wife was also patient and we had a very meaningful voyage. You have to do this!
Operator response
Thank you for your kind words. It was our pleasure and we very much enjoyed spending time with you and your family.
A
Awesome dolphin experience!!
Such an awesome experience. Highly recommended! Saw numerous dolphins including when "Bubba" came right up to the boat to say hello.
Operator response
So happy that you got to see Bubba! He makes his appearance sparingly 😀. We thank you so much and hope to see you again soon.
J
Awesome family experience!
Dolphins came right up to the boat. Awesome experience! Saw numerous dolphins at multiple locations.
Operator response
Thank you so much and we are so happy that you had a great experience! We look forward to seeing you again.
A
Wonderful.
These five star reviews are real. It was amazing. The dolphins followed the boat and played. Captain and his wife were simply amazing. Highlight of our trip for sure.
Operator response
It was such a pleasure spending time with you all. Thank you so much for the kind words. Hope to see you again soon
A
Exhilarating excursion
What wasn’t memorable about this trip? I have been on at least 25 boat rides through my life (at the beach). This was by far the very best boat excursion I have ever participated in riding. Alicia and Derrick are so personable and knowledgable, they make you feel right at home. There were 5 of us that attended, and none of us have seen so many dolphins! The Price is very affordable if you break down the cost of each ticket to any other boat rides. Then when you catch a couple close they literally ride the wave behind the boat. The dolphins love it! They jump and play behind you. It truly was a once in a lifetime experience.
Operator response
Thank you so much! It was such a pleasure and fun experience spending time with you all. We look forward to staying in touch and hope to see you again soon!
J
Best Tour Ever
This was the best experience ever! We immediately saw dolphins before we could even leave the staying point, it’s like they just knew. Our guide and captain were amazing and really made us feel welcome. Absolutely will be coming back again and again!!
Operator response
We enjoyed you and your family so much! Thank you for the kind words and we look forward to seeing you again!
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