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Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time

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Overview

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English

3 hours

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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.)

Additional Info

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.

What‘s Included

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)

What To Expect

Sail, snorkel & watch dolphins in the beautiful waters surrounding Shell Island aboard "Island Time" a 50 ft sailing catamaran tour boat. You will enjoy snorkeling the shallow grass flats of St. Andrews Bay in search of sand dollars, starfish, tropical fish & other sea creatures. You will then sail the Gulf of Mexico, the crew will hoist the sails while you enjoy the laid back music and your favorite beverage or our famous "Island Smash" rum punch. Friendly dolphins are frequently spotted. The whole family will have a blast on the Island Time Sailing Cruise. 3 hours of fun in the sun, which consists of about 1 hour at Shell Island and the other 2 sailing and sightseeing!

Options

Shell Island Snorkel Cruise

Arrive 30 min early! : Trip includes- 1 hour of snorkeling at Shell Island and 2 hours of dolphins, sightseeing and sailing!

Reviews

4.85

4,278 reviews

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  • Fun with family but perfect for friends day out

    Deon W,

    Sep 21, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The adventure was punctual and the crew was friendly. We got to see manatees, stingrays, jaunt Jellyfish and Dolphins. Snorkeling 🤿 equipment were no extra charge and they kept the drinks flowing

  • 10 out of 10

    Annabelle H,

    Sep 21, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    It was one of the best times of my life. I will highly recommend this to my friends. We will be back.

  • Perfect day

    Vicki R,

    Sep 20, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The crew is pleasant, the atmosphere is just fun, everything is top notch. No worries about anything.

  • An island time to explore.

    Debra W,

    Sep 19, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Fun time with wonderful guide, captain, and server. Just the perfect excursion!. My snorkeling experience will benefit me on my cruise.

  • The crew was fantastic...

    Stephanie W,

    Sep 19, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The crew was fantastic and the drinks were very good :) I really enjoyed seeing wild life under the water and shell searching on the island. We also saw lots of dolphins right by the boat. We even made new friends :)

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4.85
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