Top Panama City Beach Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Experience the joy of watching dolphins in their natural habitat with our family-friendly dolphin cruises in Panama City Beach. Whether you're visiting for the first time or returning, our tours offer a perfect mix of sightseeing and relaxation for guests of all ages. Enjoy comfortable rides through stunning coastal waters while our experienced local captains guide you to the best dolphin-watching spots. Each cruise feels unique, ensuring an engaging atmosphere where families can bond and create lasting memories together. - Family-friendly tours perfect for all ages, ensuring fun for kids and relaxation for adults. - Local expert captains guarantee an informative and safe experience while spotting dolphins. - Scenic views of Panama City Beach's coastline and waterfront homes enhance your journey. - Comfortable boats designed for visibility and safety make every cruise enjoyable and stress-free.

Watch dolphins frolic through coastal waters on this scenic 2-hour sunset sail. Board your comfortable catamaran, and listen to music. Cruise through Grand Lagoon, passing elegant homes and St. Andrews State Park. See pods of dolphins travel together and leap above the water. Take photos and admire incredible sunset views. Don’t miss the chance to participate in games and dance when the boat docks.

Explore the untouched paradise of Shell Island on a memorable tour from Panama City Beach. Enjoy a day of scenic cruising, snorkeling, and dolphin watching in a family-friendly atmosphere. With experienced local guides, you’ll have opportunities to relax on pristine beaches, snorkel in clear waters, and collect unique shells along the shore. This excursion is perfect for families and groups looking to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of Florida’s Gulf Coast. Your adventure awaits with a knowledgeable crew ready to share insights and enhance your experience. - Scenic boat cruises to the beautiful Shell Island - Enjoy snorkeling opportunities in crystal-clear waters - Watch dolphins in their natural habitat while cruising - Family-friendly tours with knowledgeable local guides

Let's take off on our sunset cruise aboard our new 32′ fiberglass pontoon. This unique vessel offers a perfect blend of comfort and excitement, providing an ideal platform for exploring the stunning waters of Panama City Beach. Join us for a memorable 1.5-hour cruise, where you’ll ride across the emerald waters of the St. Andrews Bay and Gulf of Mexico. Our spacious and stable pontoon is perfect for families and small groups up to 18, offering ample seating and unobstructed views of the breathtaking scenery. As you cruise, keep your eyes on the lookout for playful dolphins frolicking in the waves and the deer along the shoreline. Experience the pristine beauty of Shell Island and the surrounding coastline as the sun sets, casting a golden glow over the water. Enjoy the gentle sea breeze and the warmth of the Florida evening.

Cruise to Shell Island and search for wild dolphins on a catamaran sailing trip from Panama City Beach. The catamaran’s broad, stable deck makes it a comfortable alternative to smaller boats prone to rocking in the waves, and since it’s stocked with paddle boards, snorkeling gear, and a waterslide, it’s the perfect base for playing in the clear water off Shell Island.

Enjoy an unforgettable evening on the water with a sunset dolphin cruise in Panama City Beach. You will board a new 45' Corinthian Catamaran equipped with a bathroom. This trip is Perfect for families, couples, and anyone seeking scenic beauty, this cruise offers a unique opportunity to see dolphins swimming in their natural habitat as the sun sets over the bay. Led by experienced local captains, this relaxing experience guarantees excellent dolphin viewing opportunities and unobstructed sunset views, making each cruise a memorable adventure. Witness the dolphins' playful behavior while soaking in the tranquil atmosphere of the evening. - Ideal for families, couples, and nature enthusiasts - Expert local captains ensure smooth sailing and insightful commentary - Calm evening conditions enhance dolphin sightings and sunset views - Perfect for creating lasting memories in a scenic setting

This is a shared group tour with a maximum of 18 guests. Our small group size allows for a more personal and relaxed experience. Our crew is able to interact with everyone on board and provide great service throughout the trip. We'll take you to some of the best snorkeling spots that Shell Island has to offer, and all tours are BYOB, so feel free to bring your favorite drinks and enjoy your time on the water watching the dolphins and snorkeling for various types of marine life.

If you are looking to unwind before dinner or a night out on the town, come take a romantic Sunset Sail on SV Footloose, our 38 passenger catamaran, with Paradise Adventures! This breathtaking sunset sail along the Gulf of Mexico offers a great opportunity to relax and leave your worries behind. Listen to tropical music as you enjoy a complementary glass of wine, Sangria, cold beer or non-alcoholic beverage on board Panama City Beach’s best sunset cruise! At our on board bar we have snacks and a full liquor bar for additional beverages available for purchase. Enjoy a variety of cocktails, including our signature Footloose Punch! Please note our bar accepts debit/credit card transactions only. Our Sunset Sails offer you an opportunity to see some of our area's greatest sights while enjoying the breezes of the water. Be on a sharp lookout for dolphins as these majestic creatures seem to be more active in the later afternoons.

Bring your eagle eyes aboard this comfy boat that will bring you around the sparkling Gulf of Mexico so you can spot as many dolphins as possible. Make yourself at home on the spacious pontoon boat as you depart from Panama City to enjoy sun and sea breezes—and the chance to see playful bottlenose dolphins and other wildlife in their natural habitat around the beautiful Shell Island.

Explore Shell Island and the waters of Panama City Beach on a partially guided jet ski adventure. Follow your guide across St. Andrews Bay in search of dolphins and other marine animals before enjoying free ride time to explore at your own pace. Combining guided wildlife viewing with independent time on the water, this experience offers a flexible way to discover one of the area's most scenic coastal destinations.

Skip the crowded pontoon boats and enjoy a private trip for up to 6 guests aboard our fast, comfortable 27’ Dusky. Search for dolphins, cruise St. Andrews Bay, snorkel near Shell Island, and explore quieter spots bigger tour boats can’t easily reach. Every trip is customizable — more dolphin time, more swimming, or more relaxing island time. ✔ Private boat experience ✔ Dolphin watching ✔ Shell Island snorkeling ✔ Avoid crowded tourist boats ✔ Family-friendly and customizable Why Travelers Choose Us • Private trips only — no strangers onboard • Faster, smoother ride than typical pontoon tours • Flexible trips tailored to your group • Access to less crowded areas

Welcome to your favorite day of vacation! Come snorkel the beautiful waters of the Emerald Coast at Shell Island in Panama City Beach, FL. Find some awesome shells and explore the world under the surface. Keep your eyes peeled for Dolphins and Sea Turtles! We offer a more intimate excursion as our boat tour only takes 18 passengers at a time. This snorkel tour is great for families, adventurers, children and individuals who want to explore the natural wonders of our bay and gulf. You will enjoy a boat ride around our area as we look for the very popular Bottlenose Dolphins and other sea life and we will anchor at Shell Island where you will enjoy swimming and exploring nature. This tour will be educational and fun for the whole family. Our crew is ready to make this the best day of your vacation!

Swim, snorkel, party, or just relax and soak up the sights while your captain watches the boat and keeps the celebrations going on this small-group floating tiki boat experience off the Florida coast. Your guide parks the boat in shallow waters, perfect for chilling out for hours. Keep your eyes peeled for dolphins who have been known to swim up to the boats.

We'll begin this adventure with a sail through the Grand Lagoon area to our own private playground area off of Shell Island. Once you arrive, you'll enjoy kayaking, paddle boarding, snorkeling, and an inflatable water park equipped with trampolines, water slides, seesaw ball and more on this 3 hour adventure cruise! At the end of the tour, we'll go looking for dolphins in the Gulf of Mexico. All activities and use of equipment are included. Additional snacks and beverages can be purchased as well. Food can be brought on to the catamaran, but no outside beverages are allowed. RED FLAGS DO NOT AFFECT OUR TOURS. Our tours operate in St. Andrews Bay, where conditions are often much calmer than the Gulf.

Panama City Beach Dolphin & Shell Island Snorkeling Private Boat Tour (Up to 6 Guests) Experience one of the best dolphin tours in Panama City Beach with experienced local captains who know exactly where dolphins are most often found. Cruise the beautiful waters of St. Andrews Bay and visit the clear waters surrounding Shell Island. Watch wild dolphins in their natural habitat, explore Shell Island, and enjoy snorkeling in some of the area’s best locations. This is a small group boat tour, so you have a more personal and unforgettable experience. Perfect for families, couples, and small groups looking for a fun, safe, and authentic Panama City Beach adventure. Tour Highlights: • Dolphin watching with experienced local captains • Shell Island stop (weather permitting) • Snorkeling opportunities in clear water • Private Charters available(only your group) • Family friendly experience • Up to 6 passengers

If you are looking to unwind before dinner or a night out on the town, come take a romantic Sunset Sail on the SV Privateer, our 78-passenger catamaran, with Paradise Adventures! This breathtaking sunset sail along the Gulf of Mexico offers a great opportunity to relax and leave your worries behind. Listen to tropical music as you enjoy a complimentary beverage on board Panama City Beach’s best sunset cruise! At our on board bar we have snacks and a full liquor bar for additional beverages available for purchase. Enjoy a variety of cocktails, including our signature Privateer Punch! Please note our bar accepts debit/credit card transactions only. Our Sunset Sails offer you an opportunity to see some of our area's greatest sights while enjoying the breezes of the water. Be on a sharp lookout for dolphins as these majestic creatures seem to be more active in the later afternoons.

Join us on this Group tour to witness & get close to Florida's abundant marine wildlife. Expect to see many of Florida's natural wildlife from Bottlenose dolphins, sea turtles, manta rays, starfish, sand dollars, puffer fish, and many more. Our tours also go along many of Florida's state wildlife refuge that allow or passengers and up close look at many different species of birds and other native animals. Group Sizes: Each of our boats can accommodate up to 6 guests, per Coast Guard regulations. With two vessels available, we can host groups of up to 12 people. For larger groups, you’ll be split between both boats—but don’t worry, they always stay within talking distance of each other, ensuring everyone enjoys the same experience, including snorkeling at Shell Island and dolphin encounters together. Please note: some groups are subject to being split due to legal regulations. If split, the groups will never leave each other for the entirety of the trip.

This adult only sunset cruise is new to the original Cruisin Tikis in Panama City Beach. The fun starts as soon as you board the spacious and comfortable Big Kahuna, our amenity rich and new in 2025 tiki boat. You will be informed and entertained as you cruise through the Grand Lagoon and inlet at Shell Island before you reach the Gulf. You will then have the chance to watch dolphins in the clear waters of the Emerald Coast. Your amenity rich tiki vessel even has.a restroom on board for your comfort.

Get ready for fun in the sun on this 3-hour dolphin watch and snorkeling adventure. Sail away through the historic Grand Lagoon and see dolphins swimming alongside the boat, then jump in for a shallow-water snorkel experience to see different species of marine life. Relax, feel the warm sea breeze and enjoy a complimentary beverage on board! Our full-service bar has a variety of refreshing beverages and snacks for additional purchases. Please note our bar accepts debit/credit card transactions only. RED FLAGS DO NOT AFFECT OUR TOURS. Our tours operate in St. Andrews Bay, where conditions are often much calmer than the Gulf.

The underdeveloped beauty of Shell Island allows you to explore the Gulf’s natural beauty while being only minutes away from Panama City’s crowded streets. This relaxing private cruise takes you on a sightseeing tour of Shell Island. Glide around St. Andrews Bay, looking out for dolphins that might swim by your boat. Finally, you’ll sail deeper into the Gulf and marvel at the sunset over the water before heading back to shore.

Set sail on a breathtaking 90 minute sunset tiki boat tour! Our experienced Captain and Crew will cruise you through Panama City Beach’s shimmering waters as the sky transforms into a canvas of vibrant colors as you watch the sunset on the horizon. Glide out into Grand Lagoon and tranquil shores of the St Andrew St Park and Shell Island where you can soak in the stunning scenery and search for dolphins playing in the golden glow of twilight. Bring your own beverages or enjoy our onboard cash/credit card bar for additional alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink purchases. Our Tiki Boat is the largest Tiki Boat in the US and the only one in Panama City Beach with a bathroom on board! These charters are offered as shared tours or privately for a maximum of 26 guests. This unforgettable sunset journey is the perfect way to end your day in paradise! RED FLAGS DO NOT AFFECT OUR TOURS. Our tours operate in St. Andrews Bay, where conditions are often much calmer than the Gulf.

Set off on the beautiful Gulf waters of Panama City Beach for an unforgettable Sunset adventure. Interact with dolphins, explore the stunning Shell Island, and relax on a exciting sunset cruise . Enjoy the thrill of spotting dolphins in their natural habitat. Perfect for families, friends, or couples seeking a memorable time in Florida's paradise and the worlds most beautiul sunset! (please note this tour is BYOB we provide the coolers and ice)

2 Hour Jet Ski Tour: PRICE IS PER JET SKI. 2 PEOPLE CAN BE ON 1 JET SKI AS LONG AS IT'S NOT MORE THAN 400LBS. WHEN BOOKING- 1 JET SKI with 2 people max 400lbs. Experience a thrilling 2-hour jet ski dolphin tour in Panama City Beach. Ride your own jet ski, spot wild dolphins, and explore Shell Island on this guided adventure. Cruise across the beautiful waters of Grand Lagoon, St. Andrews Bay, and the Gulf of Mexico as you follow an expert guide to prime dolphin viewing areas. Enjoy a stop at Shell Island to relax, explore white sand beaches, and search for shells (conditions permitting). Perfect for families, couples, and adventure seekers, this is one of the best ways to experience Panama City Beach from the water. Jet Ski Accommodations: Up to 2 riders per jet ski (400 lbs combined max). Driver Requirements: Drivers born after January 1, 1988 must have a valid boater safety certificate and photo ID. Must arrive 30 mins before departure time.