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    3-Hour Shell Island Snorkel & Dolphin Cruise

    Snorkel Shell Island and cruise the Gulf to look for wild dolphins

    4.8 stars• 1.9K reviews

    Duration

    3 Hours

    Includes

    Snorkel gear, Paddle boards

    Highlights

    Cruise St. Andrews Bay on the Island Time catamaran, anchor in shallow water to snorkel and explore Shell Island, then head toward the Gulf of Mexico to look for wild dolphins. The day’s stops depend on weather and water conditions.

    • Cruise to St. Andrews Bay and anchor in about 5 feet of water
    • Snorkel for seashells and spot local sea life
    • Wade onto Shell Island to hunt for shells
    • Try stand-up paddleboards or use the onboard water slide
    • Look for wild dolphins on a Gulf of Mexico cruise

    What's Included

    • Mask and snorkel
    • Life jackets
    • Paddle boards

    Things to know

    No strollers, coolers, outside alcohol, smoking, or chewing gum. Bottled water is the only outside food or drink permitted. An 18% gratuity is added for parties of 15 or more.

    Cancellation Policy

    Arrive 30 minutes prior to departure. Cancel at least 24 hours prior to receive a refund. No-shows or missed boat are not refundable and cannot reschedule. Cruises may cancel due to capacity minimums. If cancelled due to bad weather, you can cancel, reschedule, or be refunded.

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    FAQs

    Bring bottled water only. Do not bring coolers or outside alcohol. You can buy snacks, bottled water, sodas, beer, wine, and rum punch on board.

    Do not bring strollers or coolers. Smoking and chewing gum are not allowed on board.

    Bring towels, sunglasses (polarized sunglasses are recommended for spotting dolphins), a camera, and sunscreen (no aerosol spray sunscreen). Bring extra cash or a credit card for the snack bar and tip.

    Meeting details

    PLEASE MEET US AT 5201 NORTH LAGOON DRIVE, PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL 32408.

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    Adult

    $57.59

    Ages 13+

    0

    Child

    $45.83

    Ages 3-12

    0

    Infant

    $11.75

    Ages 2 and under

    0

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    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
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    Island Time Sailing consistently delivers memorable experiences on the water, according to enthusiastic guests who rave about the friendly, professional crew. Names like Clay, Sarah, Carter, and Emma come up repeatedly, with reviewers praising how attentive and fun the staff makes every trip. The tours offer multiple options including sunset sails, dolphin watching, and trips to Shell Island with snorkeling opportunities. Guests appreciate the party-boat vibe with music, games, activities like a water slide, and reasonably priced drinks and snacks onboard. The dolphin sightings seem reliable, though marine life can be somewhat seasonal and unpredictable. One guest noted that Shell Island doesn't have the abundance of collectible shells the name might suggest, just typical beach fragments. The crew provides all necessary equipment including snorkels and life jackets. Some booking flexibility exists too, as boats may be combined when capacity allows. Several reviewers mentioned returning for multiple trips or planning to come back, which speaks volumes about the overall quality and enjoyment factor of these excursions.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    We did the dolphin sunset tour and was by far our favorite experience on vacation. The staff was super accommodating and very friendly 10/10 recommend for anyone considering this

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    Carmen Contreras

    August 30, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We did the dolphin sunset tour and was by far our favorite experience on vacation. The staff was super accommodating and very friendly 10/10 recommend for anyone considering this

    Photo of Carmen Contreras

    Carmen Contreras

    August 30, 2026

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