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Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time
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Panama City Beach, United States
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Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time
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Up to 24 hours in advance. Learn more
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
- 24 hours prior100% refund
- Within 24 hoursNo refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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What you can expect during your visit
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Safety precautions are provided by the tour operator and are not checked by Viator for accuracy
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(888) 651-9785
3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
Cruise to Shell Island and search for wild dolphins on a catamaran sailing trip from Panama City Beach. The catamaran’s broad, stable deck makes it a comfortable alternative to smaller boats prone to rocking in the waves, and since it’s stocked with paddle boards, snorkeling gear, and a waterslide, it’s the perfect base for playing in the clear water off Shell Island.
- Choose between a range of activities at Shell Island
- Enjoy room to relax on the spacious catamaran
- Look for wild dolphins in their natural habitat
- Choose between a range of convenient departure times
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What's Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Captain / deckhands
Use of Snorkeling equipment
Use of paddle boards
Use of life jackets
Gratuities
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Snacks
Departure & Return
5201 N Lagoon Dr , 5201 N Lagoon Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32408, USA
This activity will end right where it started.Turn onto North Lagoon as if you were headed to Captain Anderson's. After the turn you will continue past their parking lot AND past the Lighthouse Marina. We will then be on the right hand side underneath the trees/down a gravel road. There will be signs out front with our company name.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- 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
- You are not allowed to bring on drinks, but you may bring a sandwich in your beach bag.
- 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.
- Infants must sit on laps
- 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.
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 65 travelers
- OPERATED BY Island Time Sailing
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time ?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time ?
A:The policy on staff health & safety is:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
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Traveler Tips
- "excellent experience, highly recommended, Snorkel, stand up paddle, dolphins, all included in the price" See review
- "I would recommend the dolphin tour with Island Time to everyone." See review
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Highly Recommended! 🐚
Amanda_T
, Jun 2022
Great excursion with kids!!
Hailee_F
, Jun 2022
Early morning fun!
Donnie_B
, Jun 2022
Disappointed
Garren_G
, Jun 2022
Fun in the sun
Bobby_N
, Jun 2022
Friendly crew! Seeing the dolphins on the way to Shell Island. Weather was ideal, couldn’t ask for better weather. The whole family had a good time!
Just My thoughts
Rachel_G
, Jun 2022
Not as advertised. No paddle boards, no star fish very very few shells found on shell island. The catamaran ride was nice, just not as adventurous as advertised.
Great all around family fun
Robert_M
, Jun 2022
This was an all around great experience: from booking to sailing to the crew, I recommend 100%! I am usually skeptical about “tours” booked online and especially at this price. I thought surely there was something jenky about this thing. I was wrong! The staff was professional, the boat crew made you feel confident in the process and the travel time and island time was balanced just right! I’d do the same exact package again and again!
Was not worth the money
Rusty_S
, Jun 2022
The ride on the boat was awesome and the staff on the boat was top notch. The shell island experience with the snorkeling was not good and there wasn’t even nothing to look at. There were more shells in the parking lot than there was on shell island. I would not recommend spending the money to go there.
Response from Host , Jun 2022
Rusty, we appreciate you taking the time to leave us your feedback. I'm very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the cruise and the service of our crew! Customer service is very important to us. Shells at the island can vary depending on tide/waves/water conditions. We hope you can give us another try!
Would have liked more...
Alici_G
, Jun 2022
Would have liked more time at the island for sure! That was my family’s favorite part! Also, would have been more fun if the boat went faster. It was kinda boring.
Response from Host , Jun 2022
Alici, thank you for sailing with us and taking the time to leave us your feedback. Our advertising does specify that we only spend about an hour at Shell Island. I will say that time sure does fly when you are having fun at the island! If you're looking for something more fast paced and adventurous then I would suggest one of our jet ski adventure tours. Hope to have you again!
Nice cruise
Bob_G
, Jun 2022
Booking was easy. Boat is well kept and clean. Staff was great! They don’t allow outside drinks, but don’t gouge you like others do in the area. I’d cruise with them again and would recommend to others. I’ve done many similar trips and they would rank high on quality and very high on value.
Great trip
Ttweety75
, Jun 2022
We had a great time. Captain heath and the girls were great. My grandson. Said it was the best day ever .
Lots of Fun
Danielle_S
, Jun 2022
great time!
zoe_f
, Jun 2022
we all enjoyed the time at shell island and seeing the dolphins. going snorkeling was a first for a lot of us and it was a really great time. the captain and crew were super nice the whole time.
Best boat ride island time
Angelica_A
, Jun 2022
This was the best thing of our trip we stay 7days at Panama City and this island time boat ride was the best experience the crew was awesome nothing but friendly and professional high level and fun.
Fun time with family
Kara_C
, Jun 2022
Great experience with a great crew
Paul_D
, Jun 2022
Wonderful experience all the way around. Kids loved snorkeling and adults loved the boat ride. Outstanding and very helpful and fun crew.
Incredible experience for all!
Janet_T
, Jun 2022
Great experience and fun for all. First time for my husband and kids to go snorkeling and they all LOVED it! We saw multiple pods of dolphins and babies that swam alongside the catamaran. Clay, Shane, and Savannah were fabulous hosts. It was an incredible experience all around! Thank you!
Great trip,, very...
Matthew_H
, Jun 2022
Great trip,, very attentive, helpful and fun crew! The boat was very clean, the snacks very affordable, And they had restrooms! Great family atmosphere! Would go again and highly recommend.
Caption Underpants
Shannon_W
, Jun 2022
Seeing live star fish and sand dollars. The captain was very friendly and interactive with our grandson. The only thing is I wish we would have seen more dolphins.
A Must for families visiting PCB!
Adriana_A
, Jun 2022
My family and I went on this tour & it was an amazing experience! We saw plenty of dolphins and my kids loved the snorkeling! Will definitely do this tour on our next trip to PCB!
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