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The 3-Hr Shell Island Snorkel & Dolphin Cruise aboard the Island Time Sailing Catamaran is a great way to have fun in the sun and enjoy the best of what Panama City Beach has to offer! Cruise over to Shell Island where you and the whole family can snorkel to find exciting shells and sea life, swim up to the island to explore or paddle board around the boat. After about an hour you will depart the island to head out to the Gulf for sightseeing and dolphin watching and sailing! The cruise ends with contests and dancing. We offer 2 different catamarans for this trip. They are very similar, but have a few differences. The "Island Time" is equipped with a water slide and no over the water nets. While the "Island Time II" has over the water nets located in the front of the boat and no water slide. (Please note: This tour departs from Panama City Beach, FL, which is about 3 hours East of Pensacola.)
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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Use of life jackets
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Use of paddle boards
Captain / deckhands
Gratuities
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Snacks & Drinks (available for purchase)
Island Time:: Shell Island Snorkel Cruise. 1 hour of snorkeling at Shell Island and 2 hours of sightseeing and sailing!
Check-in:: 30 minutes prior to departure time. If you are running late please call the office.
Island Time II: Shell Island Snorkel Cruise. 1 hour of snorkeling at Shell Island and 2 hours of sightseeing and sailing!
Check-in:: 30 minutes prior to departure time. If you are running late please call the office.
3,537 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Eddie H,
May 30, 2025
- Viator
Best experience ever! These to girls work so hard to be sure you have a great experience. Captain is also loads of fun. Best crew ever we even had the owner wife and his rowdy kids on board.
Larry S,
May 29, 2025
- Viator
This was the best experience the staff captain heath, Sarah and Carter were so nice and gave us the best time. I would recommend taking the snorkeling and dolphin cruise.
Ronald M,
May 29, 2025
- Viator
It was a full Florida experience I took my toddlers with me and was nervous but the boat drove so smooth it felt like we wasn’t even on one I recommend going we had a blast even seen crabs on the island you don’t wanna miss out of this experience
Danielle J,
May 29, 2025
- Viator
The experience was amazing we got to see a lot of dolphins and the staff were so friendly and amazing .
Kristi G,
May 28, 2025
- Viator
It was great! The captain knows how to drive his boat well, he and the deck hand girls were awesome. They definitely went out of their way to make sure everyone was comfortable and had a great experience! We will definitely do this activity again!
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