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Activity Panama City Beach, USA

Private Swim with Dolphins And Snorkeling Tour

5.0 (16 reviews) 2 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Private Swim with Dolphins And Snorkeling Tour

About this activity

Come aboard this tour to spot playful dolphins & experience the wondrous marine life of the Florida waters. Expect to see many of Florida's natural wildlife from Bottlenose dolphins, sea turtles, manta rays, starfish, sand dollars, puffer fish, and many more. Our tours also go along many of Florida's state wildlife refuge that allow or passengers and up close look at many different species of birds and other native animals.

Group Sizes: Each of our boats can accommodate up to 6 guests, per Coast Guard regulations. With two vessels available, we can host groups of up to 12 people. For larger groups, you’ll be split between both boats—but don’t worry, they always stay within talking distance of each other, ensuring everyone enjoys the same experience, including snorkeling at Shell Island and dolphin encounters together.

Please note: some groups are subject to being split due to legal regulations. If split, the groups will never leave each other for the entirety of the trip.

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At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Salty fins dolphin and snorkeling tours

What is included

Included

  • Included: Life jackets that are all are sanitized before each trip
  • Included: Masks & snorkels
  • Included: cooler full of ice and waters

Not included

  • Not included: UV protection including (Rub on) sunblock
  • Not included: Sunglasses
  • Not included: UV protective clothing
  • Not included: Carbonated beverages: We do not provide food or drinks on our boats, so we ask you to please pack a cooler or bag accordingly with food and drinks (please no glass bottles).

Itinerary

  1. Panama City Beach

    one hour

    Enjoy a dedicated boat and crew, ensuring a personalized and intimate experience just for you. Perfect for families, couples, or small groups. With normal circumstances, this is how most of our tours are laid out: unless requested otherwise, we will take about a 15-minute ride out to the Gulf of Mexico, to the beautiful crystal clear emerald waters off the coast. Most of our dolphin encounters will happen in this area due to the abundance of bait and the clarity of the water.

  2. Shell Island

    one hour Admission included

    During the tour, we will stop at Shell Island in Panama City Beach, a beautiful and secluded barrier island. While there, you can snorkel in search of shells, sand dollars, and starfish in the clear water. You can also take time to walk along the quiet beach and enjoy the natural, untouched surroundings.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Please arrive 30 minutes early for parking and check-in. If the main lot is full, use free overflow parking at Captain Anderson’s across the street. Check in at the Salty Fins Check-In hut (second hut on the right past the Bar & Grill).

End point

  • Please arrive 30 minutes early for parking and check-in. If the main lot is full, use free overflow parking at Captain Anderson’s across the street. Check in at the Salty Fins Check-In hut (second hut on the right past the Bar & Grill).

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
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Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

  • In the event of bad weather, we need to cancel the booking and we will issue a full refund.

Options

  • For 12 People

  • For 6 People

Traveller ratings

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