Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time
Overview
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.)
Inclusions
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Captain / deckhands
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Use of paddle boards
- Use of life jackets
What to expect
Itinerary
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!
Stop At:
• Shell Island, Panama City Beach, FL
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!
Stop At:
• Shell Island, Panama City Beach, FL
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Infants must sit on laps
- 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.
- Most travelers can participate
- 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.
- We are operating with 65 person occupancy per boat.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 65 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Gabrielle_M
May 2023
My boyfriend and I decided to try this out, we both have not experienced anything like this before. The staff was extremely friendly and made sure each and every person on board was having fun/had everything they needed. It was everything we were hoping to experience and more. I definitely recomm...
My boyfriend and I decided to try this out, we both have not experienced anything like this before. The staff was extremely friendly and made sure each and every person on board was having fun/had everything they needed. It was everything we were hoping to experience and more. I definitely recommend trying this out when you are in Panama City.Kristie_T
May 2023
The experience, the crew and even other guests were all amazingly fun! Scenery was gorgeous, the dolphins were spectacular and the overall atmosphere superb!
The experience, the crew and even other guests were all amazingly fun! Scenery was gorgeous, the dolphins were spectacular and the overall atmosphere superb!mindyc268
May 2023
This was an amazing little experience! The boat ride to shell island and seeing the dolphins was so neat! I’ve never snorkeled before and I had a blast doing that! Definitely worth the time and money to take this excursion!
This was an amazing little experience! The boat ride to shell island and seeing the dolphins was so neat! I’ve never snorkeled before and I had a blast doing that! Definitely worth the time and money to take this excursion!aprilsM724KP
May 2023
This was by far one of the best adventures I've went on! Captain Stone and his ship mates know how to have a good time! I would recommend 10/10
This was by far one of the best adventures I've went on! Captain Stone and his ship mates know how to have a good time! I would recommend 10/10116howardf
May 2023
I highly recommend this trip. The crew was wonderful and we seen lots of dolphins. And shell island was beautiful. And great if you like to snorkel.
I highly recommend this trip. The crew was wonderful and we seen lots of dolphins. And shell island was beautiful. And great if you like to snorkel.Holly_W
May 2023
We had a great time the crew was great we went over to where we got married a year ago and were able to see our spot from the water and dolphins as well.
We had a great time the crew was great we went over to where we got married a year ago and were able to see our spot from the water and dolphins as well.