There is an underwater world just beyond the calm waters of Panama City Beach.
"Captain Lorraine had us placed exactly at the moment the dolphins moved under our feet. It made for a unique experience."
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These are some of Florida's most stunning beaches and snorkeling locations! Mexico Beach and Port St. Joe provide the ideal starting point for your adventure.
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.
Snorkeling is a great way for a good swimmer to see marine life up close.
OFFICIAL SHELL ISLAND SHUTTLE PRICE: $18.95 Adults – $9.95 Children (12 years and under) – Infants Free!
"Captain Lorraine set us up exactly when we could see the dolphins swimming underneath our feet. It was quite an experience.
When answering the question "How far can they swim out to the ocean", consider how far they are being pulled by currents. They can travel approximately 48km or 30 miles on average.
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Panama City Snorkeling Tours are smaller and have six or fewer passengers. This allows for a more intimate tour. These fascinating creatures will be shared with you by our Captain and crew.
You'll need to tip between $10-20 depending on how long the tour is. You can usually just tip the person who is saying goodbye at the end of the tour.
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NatureYou can snorkel in warm tropical waters without a wetsuit. However, it is best to use a rashguard or UV protection top to protect your skin from the harmful UV rays and jellyfish stings.
Enjoy the beautiful sugar-sand beach on Shell Island's Gulf Shore, when you're ready to relax.
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Shell Island is home to a variety of wildlife, including dolphins.
Hypoxia (low oxygen) to the brain is what causes "Sweet Water Blackout." The trigger that causes one to inhale is elevation of carbon dioxide and not low oxygen. One essentially 'blacks out, or faints in water.
Snorkeling offers a wonderful way for swimmers to see the marine life close-up. After a bit of instruction, even a beginner can breathe comfortably using snorkel gear while enjoying the view from a mask. Shell Island's grassy shallows will be explored by our experienced and professional guide.
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We will be departing Historic Grand Lagoon to take a relaxing, 25-minute trip out to Shell Island, where we'll snorkel. You should be looking out for dolphins or other sea animals as they are in their natural habitats. Our boat will dock in the Gulf of Mexico. Shell Island is the next stop. There you can snorkel, find seashells, learn about local wildlife, or simply relax and enjoy the sun. To find shells, you may also be able to wade through the shallow waters of Shell Island. After some time spent at Shell Island we will continue our trip to the Gulf of Mexico, where we will search for dolphins. We'll also be stopping to sight-see along this route.
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