The 52-foot, U.S. Coast Guard Certified Catamaran "Privateer" can carry up to 78 people. The "Privateer", a Catamaran built in 2012, is one of the most recent Catamarans to be built in America. It has a spacious deck with lots of covered seating in summer and outdoor seating for those who want to enjoy the perfect Panama City Beach sunset.
Snorkeling in the Jetties A popular spot is the "children’s pool", which is how locals refer the calm, protected waters behind Shell Island Jetty. The protected swimming area at the southern end St. Andrews State Park is another good spot.
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.
You can snorkel in Panama City Beach by visiting Shell Island or St. Underwater Andrews State Park. Panama City Snorkeling Tours allows you to access this 700-acre barrier island that is 7 miles long and has no development. The land and water here are in a natural, unspoiled state that allows marine life flourish.
These reefs can be accessed by boat or from the shore. Nearshore hardbottom reefs can be found from Key Biscayne north up to Cocoa Beach.
It's not necessary to take snorkeling equipment with you when there are many rental options. Panama City Dive Center, or the Diver's Den offer masks and snorkels as well as fins and other diving equipment.
We will take a relaxing 25-minute boat ride out to Shell Island from Historic Grand Lagoon. Be on the lookout to see dolphins and other sea mammals in their natural habitats as we travel. Once we reach the Gulf of Mexico, we will anchor there.
Panama City Beach These beaches have been widely regarded as the most pure and clear in the country. The area has almost no runoff from the rivers and the St. Andrew Bay filters most of the sediment.
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The Gulf of Chiriqui National Marine Park, located on Panama's Pacific Coast, is a great spot for snorkelers. It boasts vibrant coral reefs and is an ideal destination for those who love to snorkel.
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"Captain Lorraine placed us exactly at the right moment to see the dolphins swim underneath our feet. It was an unforgettable experience."
You will be dropped off at the "children’s pool", as these calm, protected waters behind Shell Island Jetty are known. This is a great spot to learn how to snorkel and also to begin a snorkel safari.
For a relaxing 25-minute cruise to Shell Island, our snorkel area, we will leave Historic Grand Lagoon.
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.
Biodiversity AwarenessWe will depart into Historic Grand Lagoon for a 25-minute relaxing cruise out to our snorkel area, Shell Island! Along the way, be on the lookout for dolphins and other sea animals in their natural habitat. When we arrive, we will anchor in the Gulf of Mexico or along Shell Island where you can snorkel for seashells and catch a glimpse of the underwater world, learn about local sea-life, or just relax and float while you take in the sun. You can also wade through the shallow water onto Shell Island to hunt for shells.
The calm waters of Panama City Beach offer a beautiful backdrop to an underwater world that is waiting for you. Snorkeling is fun for the whole family. Rent snorkel gear from a local outfitter or grab your equipment at a rental shop and get ready to take a stunning swim in a bay. Add a dolphin cruise to your snorkeling excursion. Here's everything you need about snorkeling at the PCB.
Dolphin and Snorkel Tours is a three-hour excursion that includes snorkeling and dolphins. It offers guests a tour around Shell Island and St. Unique Andrews Bay, as well as plenty of time to snorkel. Private tours are also available.
For groups of 10 or more, cancellations must occur at least 72hrs before departure to receive a full refunded.
Dolphin and Snorkel Tours offer a three-hour snorkeling and dolphin tour.
Shell Island is home to a variety of wildlife, including dolphins.
Shell Island and St. Andrews State Park are the best places to snorkel in Panama City Beach Beach Florida. Shell Island Shuttle provides snorkel gear rental daily.
Some of the most beautiful places to snorkel in saltwater require you to have a boat, but not all. You can snorkel right from the beach at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park in Key Biscayne with your own gear or purchase it in Miami.
Panama City Beach Beach water refers to fresh water that comes from spring-fed bodies of water. It is a water pipe that runs beneath Front Beach Road, and flows towards the Gulf of Mexico. According to the city's website, "These discolored outflows represent a unique aspect in our lake ecosystem."
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Destin is the ideal vacation spot for families who love to fish, eat seafood and play golf. Panama City Beach Beach, on the other hand, is a great place to relax with family and enjoy excellent waterfront accommodations as well as many activities for children.