Captain Croix was a marvellous man. He was extremely knowledgeable. We were able to decide what was most important, and dolphin sightings were the preferred option for most of our time."
Snorkeling is safe for everyone of any age. Shell Island has many great things. The calm water behind the jetty makes it an ideal spot for novice snorkelers to enjoy the sport.
You're now ready to discover beneath the waves after you've explored Panama City Beach's miles of sugar-white sand beaches.
The calm waters of Panama City Beach offer a beautiful backdrop to an underwater world that is waiting for you. Snorkeling is fun for the whole family. Rent snorkel gear from a local outfitter or grab your equipment at a rental shop and get ready to take a stunning swim in a bay. Add a dolphin cruise to your snorkeling excursion. Here's everything you need about snorkeling at the PCB.
After you have walked miles of the sugar-white beaches of Panama City Beach, and taken a dip in the ocean, it is time to venture beneath the waves. There is a lot of marine life in the Gulf of Mexico's emerald-green waters. Are you up for a snorkeling trip?
Shell Island is only accessible by boat.
Contact lenses can be worn, but your eyes may become blurred if your mask floods. It will be like wearing your lenses in water if that happens. A prescription lens diving mask is an alternative to wearing contacts underwater.
The collection of fire corals, stony corals and the octocorals Gorgonia Flabellum (common sea-fans), is strictly prohibited in Florida. The collection of octocoral species is prohibited.
The Shuttle will drop you off at the “children’s pool” as the calm, sheltered waters behind the Shell Island Jetty are called.

Customers may cancel within 48 hours of their arrival time and receive a complete refund. Customers who cancel after the 48-hour cancellation period will not receive a full refund. If the weather is bad, the tour can be rescheduled to a later date/time or a full reimbursement will be given. Customers can make any changes to the reservation at no cost, provided it is within the 48 hour cancellation period. No-shows may not be reimbursed.
"This was the best part of our Florida trip.
After exploring the beaches and swimming in the water at Panama City Beach, you can now explore the depths beneath the waves. The Gulf of Mexico is home to a variety of marine species. Are you ready for a snorkeling expedition?
There's no need to pack snorkeling gear when you've got plenty of equipment rental options on our shores. Local outfitters include Panama City Dive Center or the Diver’s Den, offering masks, snorkels, fins, and diving equipment.
Participation determines when cruises depart each day. Due to low demand in the Winter and Fall, Sundays and Mondays are usually closed.
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Clearer water visibility. You need calm, clear waters for snorkeling. Morning is the best time.
On a guided boat trip, learn more about the Gulf marine life and see the best snorkeling spots.
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The traditional snorkel mask allows you to breathe through a snorkel tube that is above the waterline. As you look at the reefs in shallow water, the tube allows you to breathe. You can use a snorkel mask to cover your entire face so you can inhale through your nose as well as your mouth.
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We will take a relaxing 25-minute boat ride out to Shell Island from Historic Grand Lagoon. Be on the lookout to see dolphins and other sea mammals in their natural habitats as we travel. Once we reach the Gulf of Mexico, we will anchor there. Marina Shell Island is where you can snorkel and see the underwater world. You can also learn about local sea life and relax in the sun while you soak in the sunshine. To search for shells in the shallow water, you can also go to Shell Island. After exploring Shell Island, we'll take a ride out into the Gulf of Mexico to see dolphins and other sights.
Sand crabs are the answer! Sand crabs can be seen only at night, and are often only visible with flashlights.
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When the sun sets in Panama City Beach Beach, you can see the stars coming to life. Stargazing on the beach with friends or family is a wonderful activity. A nighttime walk on the beach can be very relaxing.
The collection of fire corals, stony corals and the octocorals Gorgonia Flabellum (common sea-fans), is strictly prohibited in Florida. The collection of octocoral species is prohibited.