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3 Hour Dolphin Tour and Snorkeling in Shell Island

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The trip is a 3 hour snorkeling/dolphin tour guided by Capt. Ashley Bishop, a former marine mammal trainer. Customers will get to experience dolphins up close and personal and explore parts of our area that are only accessible by boat. We typically spend half the trip exploring Shell Island, a 7 mile long uninhabited island. You can relax on the beach, look for sea shells, snorkel, or any number of activities. Come enjoy a relaxing experience away from the crowded beaches and shopping areas and enjoy a dolphin tour on our 27ft boat the largest and fastest private tour around.

What's Included

  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Bottled water
  • Please bring your own snacks and BYOB
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312 Bay Shore Drive
Panama City Beach, FL 32407, USA

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What To Expect

During our 3 hour adventure you can expect to view dolphins in their natural habitat, explore the pristine beaches of shell island (a 7 mile undeveloped island), and snorkel for sand dollars and starfish. Customers can swim with dolphins if they choose.

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 3 Hour Dolphin Tour and Snorkeling in Shell Island?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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 (CDT). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 3 Hour Dolphin Tour and Snorkeling in Shell Island?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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 (CDT).
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The following is included:
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment.
The following is NOT included:
  • Bottled water.
  • Please bring your own snacks and BYOB.
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Accessibility information for the 3 Hour Dolphin Tour and Snorkeling in Shell Island is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 3 Hour Dolphin Tour and Snorkeling in Shell Island will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Operated by a business

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