St. Andrew Bay hosts one of the world's largest resident populations (the iconic gray dolphins) of bottlenose dolphins. This is the area most people are most familiar with from movies, television and marine parks. Although the dolphins in St. Andrew Bay are wild, they are familiar with human presence and boaters are often found among the group of dolphins.




Our guides have spent many years studying dolphin behavior and are experts in locating them. They also safely guide our guests how to get into the water and observe the dolphins in their natural environment. Your captain will also snorkel with you, showing you starfish, pufferfish and welch conchs.

Where can you touch dolphins






Are you looking for something unique and fun for your Florida vacation? For more information about the Shell Island snorkeling and dolphin tours contact Dolphin and Snorkeling Trips Panama City Beach. We look forward to meeting you soon!

Where can you touch dolphins
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St. Andrew Bay is home to one of the world’s largest resident populations of bottlenose dolphins, the iconic gray dolphins that most people are familiar with from television, movies, and marine parks. The dolphins of St. Andrew Bay are wild animals but they are accustomed to the presence of people and it is common for boaters on the Bay to find themselves among a group of swimming, feeding, and playing dolphins.

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Take a sunset tour with dolphins or a snorkeling & Dolphin tour. You'll be amazed at the hidden beauty of Panama City Beach.

City Dolphin

City Dolphin




The golden sunset is visible as the dolphins jump and frolic beside your boat. You can amaze your children with this wild encounter with dolphins. This is a fantastic photo opportunity, and an opportunity for your family to make lasting memories.

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Book a sunset dolphin or snorkeling & dolphin tour. Enjoy the hidden gems that make Panama City Beach our home.

Frequently Asked Questions

Panama City Beach is the perfect spot for beginners to get the feel of snorkeling and it is also a great place to start a snorkel safari. Exploring along the jetty and out toward the entrance to the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico will offer the chance to spot tropical fish, crabs, rays, and other small marine animals.

Generally, there is a good chance of seeing dolphins any time the sun is out and the water is calm and clear. Feeding activities are normally seen on an outgoing tide. Your best bet is to choose a dolphin tour operator like Panama City Beach Dolphin Tours that is on the water nearly every day of the year.