Swim With Dolphins and Shell Island Snorkeling Adventure

5.0(4)4 hBy Water Planet

Wild dolphin encounter off of Shell Island during a Water Planet tour

About this activity

Engage in a unique opportunity to swim with dolphins and occasionally manatees, manta rays, in their natural habitat during this 4-hour activity in Panama City Beach. This adventure includes exploring Shell Island, known for its stunning scenery and diverse marine life. With a professional guide, learn about bottlenose dolphins and participate in your famous "wet lab" where you and your staff collect hermit crabs, sea urchins, starfish, sand dollars, occasional seahorses, and learn about their life and role in the ecosystem. Perfect for families and individuals of all ages, this focuses on marine conservation while offering plenty of fun to those looking to create lasting memories on Florida's Emerald Coast.

- Explore the beautiful Shell Island and its marine life

- Family-friendly, suitable for all ages and interests

- Guided by experienced professionals for a safe experience

What's included

✓Bottled water
✓We will lend each customer a snorkeling goggle and a life vest. You are welcome to bring your own if you prefer.
✓Government Fees

Not included

✕Just like waitresses and waiters, our captains work hard to make your experience as smooth and memorable as possible. You would not leave your table without leaving a tip. Would you?

Meeting and pickup

We are located at 5709 North Lagoon Drive. Check-in is 30 minutes before your departure time. You do not need to wait in the Adventures at Sea ticket office line. Walk down the boardwalk. We are in the 4th. Hut to your right.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The marina is wheelchair accessible. People on wheelchairs will be allowed in the water only if they can swim by themselves and get back up the dive ladder with minimum help.
No age restriction, but infants and small children have to be attended by family members at all times.
Overweight individuals will only be allowed in the water if they can get back up the dive ladder by themselves.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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