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(4,951)
The boat ride was fun and we did see some dolphins but shell island was a joke. There was absolutely NO shells.
10 out of 10 would definitely recommend! Very fun time and they are very nice people! Our captain kept us informed of everything we needed to know and they were very helpful! The dolphins were amazing!
Overall experience was a good one. The young first mate was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the sealife and the area and appeared to be very helpful to the crew. The crew were polite, appeared to work well together, and described activities around Shell Island adequately. The tour was described as family friendly but some of the music that was played and the bikini the bartender wore felt more adult themed. When we arrived, an ice cream boat came into the area playing loud ice cream themed music really jarring the serene and peaceful mood of the island. Shell Island was beautiful and interesting with the different marine life to look at. Time relaxing there and exploring went by so quickly. It was overall an enjoyable and fun way to spend an afternoon!
This was one of the most fun experiences I have had on my solo vacation. The environment, the staff and the boat ride itself I would give a 12 out of 10. The cost is inexpensive and the memories priceless. I will never forget this experience of the beautiful blue waters of Shell Island snorkeling with the fish, a wonderful and music filled boat ride
Such a great time! It was fun, beautiful and so worth the price. We will definitely do it again.
We had a wonderful time! Beautiful weather and wonderful boat crew with an awesome captain!!
Great activity to do with family. Great staff and a lot of fun!
It was a nice experience with beautiful scenery. We saw 3 dolphins, explored the island, snorkeled, and met new people. Jacob, Shawn, and Kenzie were very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Island Adventures is the way to go!
This was such a fun experience! I would definitely ride with island time again! From the moment we stepped on the boat it was great vibes! They make it so fun. We celebrated my cousins birthday. And she had a great time!!
Had a great time with island time! Worth the money to hangout, relax, swim and snorkel. Would recommend. Christo, Emma, and Payton did a great job hosting us!!
