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  1. Full-day pontoon boat rental in Panama City Beach, Panama City Beach1

    1. Full-day pontoon boat rental in Panama City Beach

    5.0· 13 reviews· 8 hours

    Eight-hour rental of a luxury 60HP pontoon for up to 12 guests — a short cruise to Shell Island and the chance to spot dolphins along the way.

    It was an incredible experience. We spotted numerous dolphins during our time on the water. The staff was outstanding; they provided thorough explanations and maintained a high level of professionalism.Diana_L
  2. Snorkeling and dolphin watching tour at Shell Island from Panama City Beach, Panama City Beach2

    2. Snorkeling and dolphin watching tour at Shell Island from Panama City Beach

    5.0· 1 reviews· 3 hours

    Half-day boat tour from Panama City Beach — snorkel in clear waters, watch dolphins, and relax on Shell Island's pristine beaches with local guides.

    This was easily the most enjoyable tour we've experienced. Captain Dutch and Bailey were fantastic, sharing their expertise on dolphins and providing an informative history of the area. It felt like we were out with friends. We saw multiple pods of dolphins and visited Shell Island, which offered an excellent spot for observing various marine life and collecting shells. I highly recommend this tour.Elizabeth_H
  3. Snorkeling excursion at Shell Island from Panama City Beach, Panama City Beach3

    3. Snorkeling excursion at Shell Island from Panama City Beach

    5.0· 99 reviews· 3 hours

    Half-day tour — snorkel at Shell Island, explore marine life, spot dolphins, in a small group of 18 passengers.

    My daughters truly enjoyed the experience. The crew was incredible and very cheerful. We encountered many starfish, hermit crabs, shells, and sea urchins. I highly recommend it, especially since they keep the groups small, which is a great advantage.Smriti_C
  1. Cypress Springs eco adventure near Panama City Beach, Panama City Beach4

    4. Cypress Springs eco adventure near Panama City Beach

    4.9· 495 reviews

    Half-day kayaking and snorkeling excursion in Northwest Florida's cold springs, led by knowledgeable guides in consistently clear waters.

    This was a fantastic experience, visiting in April with beautiful weather. The local guides were not only knowledgeable but also very polite and attentive. We chose to take the longer route for extra kayaking and were pleased with our decision. Snorkeling was just as enjoyable as our time on the water. The water was incredibly clean and clear, making it a standout feature. Highly recommended.jkfj2026
  2. Full-day pontoon boat rental to Shell Island, Panama City Beach5

    5. Full-day pontoon boat rental to Shell Island

    4.8· 9 reviews· 8 hours

    Eight-hour rental of a fully-equipped pontoon boat for up to 12 guests, exploring Shell Island and St. Andrews Bay at your leisure.

    The experience was fantastic! From the welcoming staff at check-in to Sam, our dockhand, everyone was both friendly and professional. Sam recommended an easily accessible spot on Shell Island, where we nearly had the beach to ourselves. The rental boats showed some wear, but they were just as described overall.Alicia C

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