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Private Dolphin & Snorkeling Tours in Panama City Beach

3 hours · Up to 6 guests · $450 plus tax per group

Your boat. Your adventure. Choose dolphin watching, Shell Island beach time and shell searching, snorkeling, or a combination with Captain Justin.

A woman and child watch dolphins beside a private boat in clear water near Shell Island

Depart from Sun Harbor Marina in Panama City. The final tour of the day is our sunset departure; call or text (850) 290-2380 to confirm seasonal timing. Activities depend on weather, water clarity, and safe conditions. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.

Why Families Choose PCB Prestige Private Dolphin Tours

No mixed groups or crowded party boats. Your tour is entirely private and tailored to your family's pace.

Explore with a licensed local captain who knows St. Andrews Bay and Shell Island's best hidden spots.

What Makes PCB Prestige Different

Private Only

No mixed groups or crowded party boats—your tour is 100% private and tailored to your family or small group.

26 ft Luxury Powerboat with Local Expertise

Relax on a clean, comfortable 26-foot powerboat with a bathroom on board and a licensed local captain who knows these waters.

26 ft Luxury Powerboat

Ethical Dolphin Encounters

We respect wildlife and follow safe, ethical dolphin viewing practices so you can enjoy natural behavior without chasing or crowding the animals.

Dolphin and snorkelers

Shell Island Snorkeling

Choose snorkeling near Shell Island to look for fish, shells, sand dollars, and other marine life when weather, water clarity, and safe conditions allow.

Girl with shells

Groups larger than six may be accommodated using additional separately captained vessels. Call for availability.

Guest Reviews on Google

Selected excerpts from Google reviews.

Paige Leonard

★★★★★

Paige Leonard

“Highly recommend! Captain Justin made our experience everything each of my crew had hoped for!”

Melissa Bowick

★★★★★

Melissa Bowick

“Veteran owned business that offers luxury on the water opposed to most other tour boats. The boat was very nice and accommodating.”

BatteryBoy

★★★★★

BatteryBoy

“Got to see dolphins, sea turtles, and swim in crystal clear water right next to fish. Captain was excellent.”

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Who This Is Perfect For

Smiling family with two young children at the beach

Perfect for parents and children seeking a safe, personalized adventure on the water without the crowds of a typical group tour.

Couple relaxing on a boat during a Shell Island Private Dolphin & snorkeling trip in Panama City Beach.

Create lifelong memories with a private, romantic excursion tailored to your own pace and preference on the emerald Gulf.

Six women enjoying clear water, some raising arms

Experience Shell Island and the Gulf of Mexico exclusively with friends, ensuring total privacy and upscale comfort on your own schedule.

Ready to Plan Your Private Dolphin Tour?

Reserve your 3-hour private dolphin and Shell Island snorkeling tour in Panama City Beach. Call, text, or book online to lock in your dates—our calendar fills up fast during peak season.

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