Dolphin Sightseeing on the Privateer Catamaran
Overview
This cruise along the Gulf Coastline and Bay area offers a great opportunity to photograph local wildlife and scenery. At our onboard bar we have snacks and beverages available for purchase. Enjoy a variety of cocktails, including our signature Privateer Punch! Please note our bar accepts debit/credit card transactions only.
As you cruise around the Gulf and Bay areas, you'll have the best chances of finding dolphins, and there's no better place to be than on the water in beautiful Panama City Beach.
What's Included
- Dolphin Sightseeing cruise on the Footloose Catamaran
- Gratuities (recommended
Meeting Location
4114 Jan Cooley Drive
Panama City Beach, FL 32408, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Your 1.5-hour experience aboard our 52-foot catamaran Privateer will begin with a scenic cruise through Grand Lagoon. Your experienced captain and crew will be on the lookout for dolphins so you may experience the thrill of seeing these magnificent animals as they play in their natural habitat.
Dolphin sightings happen often; however, they are not guaranteed as we cannot predict the location and activities of the wildlife. Whether we sail in the serene St. Andrews Bay past Shell Island or in the shimmering waters of the Gulf of Mexico, your adventure will be filled with excitement and anticipation. Sailing in Panama City Beach is a breathtaking experience. Together, we’ll responsibly look for dolphins to observe in their natural playground where they swim, play and feed.
A treasure trove of delights awaits your visit to Privateer’s onboard bar to enjoy refreshing beverages and snacks, including specialty cocktails like the Privateer Punch!
RED FLAGS DO NOT AFFECT OUR TOURS. Our tours operate in St. Andrews Bay, where conditions are often much calmer than the Gulf.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years
- Dress code is casual (no high-heels)
- Portions of this tour are not wheelchair accessible. Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated provided that the participant is able to board the boat (approx. 2- to 3-steps) on their own or with the assistance of someone in their party
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given notice beforehand, and the option of an alternative date or full refund
- There is a 5-7 minute walk down the dock to the catamaran. Please let us know ahead of time if you will need assistance.
- **It is our company policy to add 20% gratuity to parties of 20 or more for our captain & crew**
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 38 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-14923P10
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Dolphin Sightseeing on the Privateer Catamaran. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- Dolphin Sightseeing cruise on the Footloose Catamaran.
- Gratuities (recommended.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Dolphin Sightseeing on the Privateer Catamaran is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Dolphin Sightseeing on the Privateer Catamaran will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Dolphin Sightseeing cruise on the Footloose Catamaran
- Gratuities (recommended
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years
- Dress code is casual (no high-heels)
- Portions of this tour are not wheelchair accessible. Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated provided that the participant is able to board the boat (approx. 2- to 3-steps) on their own or with the assistance of someone in their party
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given notice beforehand, and the option of an alternative date or full refund
- There is a 5-7 minute walk down the dock to the catamaran. Please let us know ahead of time if you will need assistance.
- **It is our company policy to add 20% gratuity to parties of 20 or more for our captain & crew**
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 38 travelers
