Private Dolphin Tour: Guided Marine Biology Experience
5.0
41 Ratings
Panama City

Exhilarating Coastal Excursions is an exclusive ship expedition committed to delivering the finest dolphin sightings, nature explorations, and snorkeling activities at Panama City Beach. Supervised by an aquatic scientist, our specialty lies in experiential education and the creation of lasting impressions!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Shell Island - These guided tours will be dedicated to finding our local dolphins around Shell Island. Make memories and see dolphins during the trip then if time permitting and walk the white sand beaches of the island.
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What's Included
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • Bottled water
What's Not Included
  • Snacks
  • Please bring ID if you plan to consume alcohol.
Additional Information
  • Trip not recommended for infants and toddlers.
Location
112 E 3rd Ct
East 3rd Court
We are the first boat docked at Massalina Marina & Yacht Club, please park in the large grass parking lot and follow our logo and path directly to the launching point which is the boat.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(41 Ratings)
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Safari489302
Jul 13, 2024
Flippin’ Awesome Lives Up to Its Name! - Captain Chris is the perfect captain - laid back but takes safety seriously, incredibly knowledgeable about marine life and just a super nice guy. We went out on a day when double red flags were flying on the beach but Capt Chris took us to a snorkel spot in the bay that was calm and protected. We saw starfish, a horseshoe crab, hermit crabs, lots of fish, dolphins and more — and Captain Chris knew everything about them. This is hands down the best snorkel tour in the Panhandle and far exceeded my already high expectations!
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R5159benikkia
Jun 26, 2024
Amazing! A MUST DO!! - This was an amazing adventure!! I can’t say enough wonderful things about my family’s experience! Chris was so accommodating and his personality is awesome! He chatted with the kids and made jokes, but also was extremely knowledgeable about the sea life we came in contact with. This is a MUST and we will be back!!
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Davidtd9716dw
Apr 22, 2024
Awesome family adventure!!! - What an awesome adventure! Captain Chris provided an amazing interactive experience for the whole family! He wowed us with his knowledge and expertise! We saw lots of dolphins 🐬 , sea stars, urchins, sea squirts, sea hare, sting rays and even a shark 🦈 !! Your kids will love it!!
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Traviske8967jc
Apr 3, 2024
Flippin Awesome Time - Capt Chris was super fun. We learned a lot about sea creatures at “Creature Corner” We loved how he cared about our experience and he wanted my sons to enjoy themselves. He adapted to allow our sons to experience the ocean and marine life. I would highly recommend Capt Chris. He is Flippin Awesome!!!!!
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Tourist38646658378
Apr 2, 2024
Flippin awesome time - It was a flippin awesome time. Saw this on trip advisor and said it was sold out. I went to the actual website and called Captain Chris. Captain Chris worked it out to take us out. I would go to the actual website and call captain Chris; he will do his best to get you a tour. The tour was awesome. We held sea creatures such as crabs, star fish and more. We saw dolphins and we would have snorkeled, but the water was a tad chilly. Captain Chris explained things well. The whole group enjoyed it. We had 3 adults and 3 kids ages 8, 11 and 15. I highly recommend calling Captain Chris. It was a flippin awesome time.
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Dawnfv4052hd
Feb 7, 2024
What a great outing! - What a great outing!!! Chris was so knowledgeable about the wildlife in the bay, from dolphins to sea urchins, cormorants to kingfishers, even the deer that will make the occasional swim out to Shell island. He answered all our questions and took us to the best locations to view them. I can’t imagine a better cruise of the bay. Flippin Awesome Adventures is in my contacts and will be a top recommendation to all my friends who plan a visit to the Gulf Coast!
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Denise
Jul 8, 2023
Great start called on bad weather - The trip started great . The Marine Biologist was knowledgeable and helpful. Unfortunately a bad weather front moved in and we had to head back to shore but I'm out breif time out he was awesome.
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T7963kfryanl
May 30, 2023
Great memories - We had a great time out on the gulf with Captain Chris. We seen a shark, a manatee, a couple of dolphins, a bull shark, and the best part was a couple of sea turtles. Would recommend him to anyone wanting a great time in Panama City Beach
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653dil
Mar 29, 2023
Highly reccommended - Captn Chris was so fun we had a great time! He showed us a lot of the marine life, tons of dolphin sightings, a trip to shell island where we found shells we took home! He dove into the ocean to show us some of the ocean life and we took home sand dollars! Highly recommend!
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E95oabs
Mar 29, 2023
Flippin Awesome Dolphin Tour is Right - Capt. Chris is extremely dedicated in making sure his guest have the full experience. Snorkeling for marine life on the coldest morning of the week. I will definitely book his tour again on our next trip. B. Sheely
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