Private Swim with Dolphins And Snorkeling Tour
Overview
Come aboard this tour to spot playful dolphins & experience the wondrous marine life of the Florida waters. 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.
What's Included
- Life jackets that are all are sanitized before each trip
- Masks & snorkels
- Cooler full of ice and waters
- Carbonated beverages We do not provide food or drinks on our boats, so we ask you to please pack a cooler or bag accordingly with food and drinks (please no glass bottles).
- UV protection including (Rub on) sunblock
- Sunglasses
- UV protective clothing
Meeting Location
5709 North Lagoon 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
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Panama City Beach
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Shell Island
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- In the event of bad weather, we need to cancel the booking and we will issue a full refund.
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Private Swim with Dolphins And Snorkeling Tour?
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Activity code: C-382055P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If 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).
- Life jackets that are all are sanitized before each trip.
- Masks & snorkels.
- cooler full of ice and waters.
- Carbonated beverages. We do not provide food or drinks on our boats, so we ask you to please pack a cooler or bag accordingly with food and drinks (please no glass bottles).
- UV protection including (Rub on) sunblock.
- Sunglasses.
- UV protective clothing.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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 Private Swim with Dolphins And Snorkeling Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Swim with Dolphins And Snorkeling Tour 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
- Life jackets that are all are sanitized before each trip
- Masks & snorkels
- Cooler full of ice and waters
- Carbonated beveragesWe do not provide food or drinks on our boats, so we ask you to please pack a cooler or bag accordingly with food and drinks (please no glass bottles).
- UV protection including (Rub on) sunblock
- Sunglasses
- UV protective clothing
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- In the event of bad weather, we need to cancel the booking and we will issue a full refund.
