Do you want a more active dolphin tour of Shell Island? Jet skis can be a fun way for dolphins to get close to their natural habitat.
If conditions are safe and suitable, you might be able swim and snorkel with dolphins. This could mean that you may have a chance to swim and snorkel with dolphins. But, this does not mean you can touch them. Wild dolphins have their own minds and are free to roam freely. Sometimes they will swim up to 3 feet from you. Other times, they will swim away from your face and you won't see them in the water. We don't feed or harass dolphins. We cannot guarantee swimming with dolphins. We do not believe that promising to swim with dolphins is ethical. We love the company of wild dolphins. On all of our boat tours, we follow and support the Marine Mammal Protection Act. If dolphins are in danger, we won't be able swim with them. It is at the captain's sole discretion.
You should be aware that most tour and jet ski rental companies require minimum age for their riders. This means this option may not suit families with young children.
Fun PCB provides a 2-hour, jet ski tour for $120 These tours can be quite costly, but you get a completely different experience.
While you might have seen captive dolphins at a marine reserve, it is still far more fun to observe these majestic animals in their natural environment. Our captains are experienced in the waterways of St. Andrew Bay and can predict wild dolphin behavior, but they cannot guarantee sightings. They are familiar with the best places to find dolphins and will make sure that guests have a blast. Dolphins are often seen playing, jumping, searching for food and communicating with one other on all tours.
Let's take you through some of the best Shell Island dolphin tours that visitors can enjoy if they want to see dolphins in their natural habitat.
Shell Island Dolphin Tours can also accommodate larger groups. Please call ahead if you are more than six people to verify availability.
Snorkeling in Panama City Beach - Dolphin snorkel trips This 3 hour excursion gives you more time to explore the area.
St. Andrew Bay has one of the most significant resident populations of bottlenose Dolphins. These iconic gray dolphins are well-known to many people through television, movies, and marine park visits. Although wild dolphins are found in St. Andrew Bay, they are used and comfortable with humans. Boaters can often be seen among the feeding, playing, and swimming dolphins.
Relax and enjoy the company of your USCG captain/tourguide as you watch stunning sunsets from the water. You can bring your favorite beverage or snack to enjoy the evening.
Another great aspect of jet ski tours are the dolphins that get curious about the jet ski wake. This is a bonus!
"St. Andrews Bay is home to over 2,900 different species. There are many things you can find in the waters around St. Andrews Bay. It is also one our most important coastal estuaries and requires our continued protection. Mike Brim (Executive Director St. Andrews Bay Environmental Science Team).
Shell Island is home to many outdoor activities such as kayaking and boating, hiking and snorkeling. Shell Island is also home to many pods of the majestic marine creatures, so bottlenose dolphin tours are quite popular.
Shell Island Dolphin Tours provides a 2-hour Split Charter Dolphin & Snorkeling Tour to those who wish combine both. These tours cost $55/person. These tours are suitable for all ages and are suitable to be enjoyed by the entire family.
Shell Island is not a concession island. The sun, sand and water can make people hungry and thirsty. You can also bring your usual beach equipment, such as towels, sunscreen, and hats. You can bring your own beach chairs, floats and fishing rods. Be sure to leave enough space on the boat for people!
Panama City Beach is best visited between May and October. The area has an average of 320 sunny days per year. However, the late spring, summer, and early fall provide the best air and water temperatures.
Shell Island can be found on the west coast, 7 miles north from Barmouth. You can drive along a road that leads to Shell Island, but the sea will cover it at high tides.