Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time

Experience the best of Panama City Beach on this 3-hour Shell Island snorkel and dolphin cruise aboard a spacious sailing catamaran. This family-friendly adventure includes approximately 1 hour of snorkeling at Shell Island, where you can swim in clear, shallow waters, search for seashells, and spot marine life like starfish and tropical fish. The remaining 2 hours are dedicated to dolphin watching and scenic cruising through St. Andrews Bay and into the Gulf of Mexico. Keep your camera ready as dolphins are often seen swimming alongside the boat. Relax and enjoy the ocean breeze, music, and fun atmosphere as you sail along the Emerald Coast. Snorkeling gear and life jackets are included, and drinks are available for purchase onboard. Perfect for all ages, this tour offers the ideal mix of relaxation, wildlife, and adventure.

Itinerary

What’s included

• Use of life jackets
• All taxes, fees and handling charges
• Use of Snorkelling equipment
• Use of paddle boards
• Captain / deckhands

Not Included

• Gratuities
• Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
• Snacks & Drinks (available for purchase)

Additional Information

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• 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
• Bottled water is the only outside food/drink permitted. NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOL PERMITTED.
• 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.
• 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.
• 18% gratuity will be added for parties of 15 or more.

Cancellation Policy

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

Cancellation Window	Refund Eligibility
24 hours or more before start time	100% refund (Full refund)
Less than 24 hours before start time	Non-refundable (0%)

This experience may be cancelled due to bad weather. This experience may be cancelled if there are not enough travelers.

Important Information

• CHECK-IN IS 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE. IF YOU ARE RUNNING LATE, PLEASE CALL 850-234-7377. THERE IS NO RESCHEDULING/REFUNDS FOR LATE ARRIVALS.

• Please note, this tour leaves from Panama City Beach, FL, which is about 3 hours East of Pensacola. Please plan accordingly for distance and traffic. 
• Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
• 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.
• No smoking on the boat
• You may not bring food or drinks on board.

Age Policy

Infant: 0–2 years · Child: 3–12 years · Adult: 13–99 years