Sail at sunset and spot dolphins near Shell Island
90 Minutes
Drinks, Restrooms
Set sail on the 41-foot Lazy Daze catamaran for a 90-minute sunset cruise through Grand Lagoon and along the coast of Shell Island. Relax in the Gulf of Mexico as you look for dolphins along the way.
Gratuity is not included (20% suggested) and additional food and drinks cost extra. This trip requires at least 10 guests and has a maximum of 32. Check in at least 10 minutes before departure or you may lose your seat and won’t qualify for a refund.
Cancel or change up to 48 hours before start for a refund. Less than 48 hours: no refund. No-shows and late arrivals are not refunded. If the operator cancels due to unfavorable weather, they may reschedule you or issue a full refund. If you return due to weather: full refund if under half; over half: 50% refund or rain check.
Arrive 40–45 minutes before departure. Check in at least 10 minutes before departure or you may lose your seat to guests on the waiting list and you won’t qualify for a refund.
Yes. Everyone in your party must sign the waiver in advance; check-in is completely paperless.
Plan on a 5–7 minute walk down the dock to the boat.
4114 Jan Cooley Dr., Panama City Beach, FL 32408
With nearly 2,700 reviews and a stellar reputation, this dolphin cruise operator clearly knows how to deliver. The crew consistently gets called out by name—Ryan, Trey, Mike, Chelsea, Jacob, and others—which tells you something about the quality of people running these trips. Guests rave about how knowledgeable and accommodating the staff is, even managing to make foggy conditions fun and memorable. The dolphin sightings seem to be the real deal here. Multiple reviewers mention seeing 30+ dolphins, pods breaching the water, and close-up encounters that exceeded expectations even during off-season months like January. The sunset cruises on their catamaran get particular praise for the relaxed vibe, comfortable seating, and live music that sets the right atmosphere. Families with kids and couples alike report having fantastic experiences, with many becoming repeat customers. The consensus is clear: great value, expert captains who know where to find wildlife, and a crew that keeps the drinks flowing and energy high.
We had an absolutely excellent sunset / dolphin cruise with Chase and Chelsea a few nights ago. It was really well done and I absolutely would do this again!
K V
April 4, 2026
We had an absolutely excellent sunset / dolphin cruise with Chase and Chelsea a few nights ago. It was really well done and I absolutely would do this again!
K V
April 4, 2026