Description
Overview
Duration
1.5 to 8 hours
Meeting point
3901 Navy Blvd, Panama City Beach, FL
Cancellations
Full refund if canceled at least 48 hours prior; no refund after 48 hours except for unsafe weather.
Age
99 'and under'
Activity details
Unforgettable Experiences Await!
Dreaming of an exclusive, personalized aquatic escapade? Look no further! Our private boat tours are crafted just for you and your chosen companions, ensuring an unforgettable journey with our expert captain and guide. Each adventure can accommodate up to six individuals of any age. We require dedicating at least an hour to each activity, and suggest at least a 3 hour tour for the warmer months for snorkeling tours. With our private tours, you have the freedom to dictate the pace and activities, or better yet, you can relax and let our seasoned captain navigate the day's itinerary.
Embark on an adventure where you have the chance to witness playful dolphins, explore vibrant underwater realms while snorkeling in stunning locations, encounter diverse wildlife, and discover the enchanting Shell Island. Opt for a longer excursion, and we'll whisk you away from the crowds to some truly remarkable, secluded havens. The more time you spend with us, the farther we can venture!
Itinerary
About
Our Private tours are your own personal tours with only the people in your party and the captain on board. We take groups of up to 6 or less. We can accomodate larger parties with multiple boats..
Our tours that are 3 hours or longer usually combine a little bit of everything.
We will usually start our adventure by taking you on a Cruise through Grand Lagoon, pointing out some different wildlife, points of interest, and local history, then in the Gulf Of Mexico we usually see our local Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins. We then cruise around Shell Island and surrounding areas looking for and identifying all kinds of wildlife. You will also have the opportunity to snorkel (full gear is included) and visit Shell Island.
Generally, our tour includes:
Dolphin encounters
Wildlife encounters
Snorkeling (mask, fins, snorkel included)
A stop at Shell Island
Iced cooler with water(You are welcome to bring anything, BYOB, snacks)
Small group up to 6 passengers
Knowledgeable Captain and tour guide
Below is some more in-depth information on different parts of our 3-hour tour.
Keep in mind that every tour is slightly different since we do not control mother nature.
Dolphin encounters
We will literally go the extra mile (or 10) to fulfill your dream of seeing dolphins in their natural habitat!
We will look for any other sea life we can find. We commonly see Turtles, Sharks, Rays, Marine Birds, and Starfish.
A personalized experience is our focus on our Dolphin and Snorkel Tours. You’ll be amazed as you hear stories about and learn more about the intelligence of these majestic creatures.
Resident pods (groups of dolphins) that stay here year-round, spend a lot of time feeding and playing around the Shell Island waters. Sometimes while the boat is still in the water, dolphins will even surface right beside us, blessing us with their presence.
Whether you want to snorkel in the same waters as the dolphins if the conditions are right or just enjoy their beauty from the boat, we offer something for everybody.
There are times when we can snorkel in areas where dolphins swim if the conditions are safe, however, we do not necessarily advertise this tour as a “swim with dolphins tour”, because we focus on the conservation of dolphins and do not do anything that could harm them such as feeding, chasing, or harrassing them. If they choose to swim with you they will, if they don't we do not force them to. We strive to provide an educational experience, allowing a greater understanding and appreciation of wildlife with minimal disturbance.
Shell Island Eco Tour
Enjoy a private boat tour around the world’s most beautiful beaches, ending with an exploration around historical Shell Island.
On our way to Shell Island, be on the lookout for all sorts of marine and wildlife in their natural habitats; including dolphins, sea turtles, ospreys, gulls, and pelicans. This private boat tour is expertly led around the beaches of Shell Island. After arriving on Shell Island, we often find many different species of crabs, mollusks, sand dollars, and sea urchins. Our expert tour guide will not only help find these different creatures but also take the time to explore and explain these unique treasures of Shell Island.
Shell Island is a narrow barrier island (7.5 miles long), separating St. Andrew’s Bay from the Gulf of Mexico. This beautiful nature preserve and bird sanctuary are completely uninhabited and only accessible by boat. Shell Island and the waters surrounding it, supports a wide array of wildlife. Shell Island is visited by over 180 species of migratory birds and other wildlife such as dolphins, white-tailed deer, wild raccoons, giant manta rays, manatees, and much more.
Snorkeling
Come snorkel artificial reefs, seagrass beds, and sandbars. We do not snorkel the same location every tour, our snorkel spots change according to mother nature. We try to take you to the spots that will be the best for the day of your tour and spots that are fitting for the group on board. Some days some spots are clearer and smoother than others.
We provide our guests with an unforgettable snorkeling experience. Our extensive knowledge ensures that visitors experience snorkeling on a whole new level. We focus on smaller groups, (6 guest max) ensuring a more personal, one on one experience.
Learn about the abundant marine wildlife you will see, while exploring some of the most productive habits in the world. The marine life will amaze you.
Full snorkel gear and a snorkeling lesson are available for you on the tour.
Highlights
Fully private, customizable itinerary for your group
Opportunities for dolphin watching, snorkeling, wildlife viewing, and Shell Island visits
Longer trips reach secluded locations away from crowds to more secluded snorkeling and shelling locations.
Additional information
Check-in details
Meeting point: 3901 Navy Blvd, Panama City Beach, FL.
Restrictions
Capacity limited to six individuals, multiple boat available for larger parties
Disclaimers
We require dedicating at least an hour to each activity. Capacity is up to six individuals or any age.
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