Panama City Beach Dolphin Tours – Private Shell Island Tour
Private Dolphin Cruise, Sunset Cruise and Shell Island Boat Tours
in Panama City Beach for families & large groups.
Explore Panama City Beach with a private dolphin tour, sunset cruise, or Shell Island boat tour—perfect for families and large groups.
Cruise the calm waters of the Grand Lagoon and St. Andrews Bay, spot wild dolphins in their natural habitat, and enjoy time on Shell Island’s beautiful beaches. This is one of the most popular cruises in Panama City Beach for groups looking for a relaxed, premium experience.
Your Boat. Your Captain. Your Private Dolphin Experience.
A spacious, shaded private boat experience designed for families & groups
- Explore Shell Island and its kid-friendly marine wildlife
- Find Wild Dolphins in their natural habitat
- Relax, swim and snorkel in calm waters on your private Panama City Beach boat tour
Boat Tours
Private boat tours for families and large groups in Panama City Beach. Cruise the calm waters of the Grand Lagoon, St. Andrews Bay and along Shell Island aboard our spacious USCG-inspected pontoon, operated by a licensed Master Captain and professional crew.
Shell Island Dolphin Tours
Discover Shell Island on a private dolphin tour designed for families and groups. Cruise through a protected dolphin sanctuary then disembark on the calm St. Andrews Bay side of Shell Island—perfect for the kids, shelling, wildlife spotting and picnicking. From there, a short walk to the Gulf of America for sugar-white sand and emerald-green water.
Sunset Dolphin Cruise
End your day on the water with our Private Sunset Dolphin Cruise.
Cruise the calm shoreline of St. Andrews Bay as the sky fills with color and the sun sets over Panama City Beach. Watch the Bottlenose dolphins and marine life while you relax with family and friends in the golden evening sunset light.
Meet Your Captains
Meet Captain Jess—A USCG licensed Master Captain, US Army Veteran and longtime Panama City Beach local. Capt. Jess is passionate about creating safe, relaxed and memorable dolphin experiences for families and groups on the water.
Meet Captain Steve—Longtime Panama City Beach local and Shell Island storyteller! Having sailed the Caribbean and the Gulf of America, Capt. Steve brings decades of local knowledge, history, and personality to every tour. Known as the “Mayor of Shell Island,” he’s a guest favorite with families and kids.
Top Reasons Families & Groups Choose Emerald Coast Water Tours
Not limited to 6 passengers.
Our 32′ USCG-inspected pontoon gives your group room to spread out and relax. Most trips are priced for up to 6 guests, but we can comfortably host larger private groups.
Private tours only.
Only your group is on the boat—no mixed parties.
USCG-licensed Master Captain.
A professional captain leads every trip for a safe, smooth ride.
Easy boarding for all ages.
Our boat is family-friendly and simple to board.
Customize your time on the water.
Additional hours may be available to make it your perfect day.
Planning a large group?
Call or text us for availability above 24 passengers.
