Off the coast of the unspoiled Shell Island, you’ll find a variety of colorful wildlife, including bottlenose dolphins and sea turtles, and clear, calm waters, perfect for snorkelers of all experience levels, around the rock jetties. Wonder Head to the sugary-white sand beach after your snorkeling excursion.
You can book a tour online through our easy calendar, or by calling us. Ask us about renting an underwater camera for your adventure.
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A guided boat tour will take you to the best snorkeling spots and learn more about local marine life.
There is no better way for you to get in close contact with marine life than swimming with them in their natural habitat. Snorkeling Packages available for all age groups at St.
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Cruises depart daily based on participation.
A great way to get close to marine life is snorkeling. We'll show you how to use your snorkel gear comfortably and allow you to see the ocean floor through a mask. The expert and experienced guide will take you to the grassy shallows of Shell Island.
Enjoy the beautiful sugar-sand beach on Shell Island's Gulf Shore, when you're ready to relax. Adventure Relax on the sand to enjoy the shell collecting, or take a hike to see wildlife. Discover why Shell Island is one the most visited things to do in Panama City Beach. For your Shell Island snorkeling adventure call (850) 756-7510. Or visit us at 3655 Oakbrook Ln.
For a swimmer who is confident, snorkeling can be a great way to view marine life close up. Even a complete novice can enjoy snorkeling without difficulty. You will be guided by an experienced professional to explore the grassy shallows surrounding Shell Island. In the shallow waters surrounding Shell Island, you might spot sea horses and sea stars. While you are cruising above a coral reef to search for sea urchins, colorful tropical fish, and other marine life, you may have a chance encounter with a wild bottlenose dolphin. You can also search for uninhabited shells that you might be able to take home.
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.
Learn how to snorkel in six easy steps You will need to choose a calm bay, and then go in from the shore for your first snorkel. ... Buoyancy Keep your lungs open. When snorkeling for the first-time, a common mistake is to hold their breathe. ... Protect your skin. Share your experience.
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IslandsExplore the jetty towards the Gulf of Mexico's open waters to see tropical fish, crabs, or other marine animals. If you are lucky enough, you may encounter one of our resident Bottlenose Dolphins or a Sea Turtle. Swimming from Shell Island to St. Andrew Bay takes you over shallow seagrass flats into a completely unique marine biosystem.
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The Shuttle will drop you off at the “children’s pool” as the calm, sheltered waters behind the Shell Island Jetty are called. This is the perfect spot for beginners to get the feel of snorkeling and it is also a great place to start a snorkel safari.
SnorkelingThere are a few rules to follow when tipping a captain of a boat. The captain receives the tip in cash and then divides it equally among the crew. Charters don't have the same rules as restaurants.
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