4.7 (591) · Panama City Beach · By Paradise Adventures Free cancellation
Embark on an exciting adventure that begins with a sail through the Grand Lagoon towards our exclusive play area off Shell Island. Upon arrival, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy kayaking, paddle boarding, and snorkeling. Additionally, a fantastic inflatable water park awaits, featuring trampolines, water slides, a seesaw ball, and much more, all part of this 3-hour adventure cruise. As the tour concludes, we'll head out to search for dolphins in the Gulf of Mexico. All activities and equipment usage are included in your experience. You can purchase additional snacks and beverages. Feel free to bring your own food aboard the catamaran, but outside beverages are not permitted.
Please note: Our tours operate within St. Andrews Bay, which typically offers much calmer conditions than the Gulf. Therefore, red flags do not impact our scheduled tours.
✕ Gratuities✕ Beverages (Please note our bar accepts debit/credit card transactions only.)✕ Hotel pickup and drop-off✕ Chips are available to purchase✕ Mandatory Gratuity added for Parties of 20 or moreActivity Schedule
3 h
Your 3-hour journey aboard our 52-foot catamaran, the Privateer, will feature a scenic dolphin boat tour through Grand Lagoon en route to Shell Island. Enjoy the tropical ambiance and music as we keep an eye out for dolphins. A wealth of fun awaits you at the inflatable water park at Shell Island, Panama City Beach.
Experience the thrill of our water trampolines, the 'rockit' see-saw, and other inflatable attractions! For a more relaxed pace, explore the waters with a kayak or paddleboard, or try your hand at snorkeling. You can immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Shell Island or simply unwind on the bow of the boat in our two sunning nets, enjoying the music. Sip on refreshing drinks, including our signature Privateer Punch. All activities and inflatables are included with unlimited use during this exciting trip at no extra charge.
The inflatables and adventure activities are set up on the St. Andrew’s Bay side of Shell Island, ensuring our activities are unaffected by rough waters or strong currents in the Gulf.
An onboard bar is available for purchasing beverages and snacks (Kindly note that our bar accepts debit/credit card transactions only).
Panama City Beach Shell Island
Mobile or paper ticket accepted. One per booking
This tour departs from behind The Bayside Resort. You'll park at the resort, walk around the right side, and check in at our kiosk. There is a 5-7 minute walk down the dock. Please inform us in advance if you require extra assistance and ensure you arrive 40 minutes prior to sailing.
This tour departs from behind The Bayside Resort. You'll park at the resort, walk around the right side, and check in at our kiosk. There is a 5-7 minute walk down the dock. Please inform us in advance if you require extra assistance and ensure you arrive 40 minutes prior to sailing.
Please note: the correct departure point is 4114 Jan Cooley Dr, Panama City, FL 32408, USA
Please note: there is a USD $15.00-$20.00 fee + local tax for any infants (ages 2 and younger) traveling.
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Minimum drinking age is 21 years
Arrive 40 minutes prior to trip time
There is a 5-7 minute walk down the dock to the catamaran. Please let us know ahead of time if you need assistance.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Suitable for all physical fitness levels Children must be accompanied by an adult Minimum drinking age is 21 years Dress code is casual (no high heels) Portions of this tour are not wheelchair accessible Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated provided that participants are able to board the boat (with 2-3 steps) on their own or with the assistance of someone in their party Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given notice beforehand, and the option of an alternative date or full refund There is a 5-7 minute walk down the dock to the catamaran. Please let us know ahead of time if you will need assistance. It is our company policy to add 20% gratuity to parties of 20 or more for our captain & crew Adventure Tour Privateer Duration: 3 hours Arrive at least 40 minutes before your scheduled departure time. Wear comfortable, casual clothing and avoid high heels. Bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses. Remember that only debit/credit cards are accepted at the onboard bar. Inform the staff in advance if you require assistance with the dock walk. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 14923P3
Activity offered by Paradise Adventures via Viator.
WizardTrip Help Center Families Adventure seekers Water sports enthusiasts Couples Enjoy a scenic catamaran cruise through Grand Lagoon. Explore Shell Island with included kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkeling gear. Experience a fun-filled inflatable water park with trampolines and slides. Opportunity to spot dolphins in their natural habitat. Relax on the boat with music and available refreshments.
Population 18,094 (2020)
Elevation 3 m
Currency United States dollar
Driving on the right
Power plugs A, B · 120 V
Emergency number 911
Capital city Washington, D.C. Average temperatures 13° Jan 14° Feb 17° Mar 20° Apr 24° May 27° Jun 28° Jul 28° Aug 27° Sept 23° Oct 18° Nov 15° Dec Sources: Wikidata; climate: NASA POWER, 2001-2025 averages.
What is the duration of the Shell Island Inflatable Adventure Park & Dolphin Sightseeing Tour? + The tour lasts for 3 hours.
What activities are included in the tour? + Included activities are kayaking, paddle boarding, snorkeling, and access to the inflatable water park with trampolines, water slides, and seesaw ball. Dolphin sightseeing is also part of the tour.
Can I bring my own food and drinks? + You are welcome to bring your own food aboard the catamaran, but outside beverages are not allowed. Additional snacks and beverages can be purchased from the onboard bar.
What happens if the weather is bad? + The tour is subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be notified beforehand and offered the option of an alternative date or a full refund.
Is there a minimum age for purchasing beverages? + Yes, the minimum drinking age is 21 years.
★★★★★ Viator review
Best shell island experience with fantastic people!
Julie_S, September 2026
We had an amazing time from start to finish! Donnie Lamar And Trey were amazing!!! the kids absolutely loved it. There was so much to do. It was exciting from start to finish. The kids are already asking to do it again next year with friends!!!! 100/10 recommend
★★★★★ Viator review
Epic
Zach_W, September 2026
Captain Zac and his crew Lamar and Trey were all spectacular. The excursion was worth it, the island was very pretty and engaging from the bar on boat to snorkeling for shells this was worth it. After the island fun we got to see dolphins and enjoy some more of the crew’s charisma. Shoutout to the boys on the island for keeping us safe on the kayaks, inflatables, and paddle boards too!
Response from the operator · hannahparadisepcb Thank you so much, Zach! We’re so glad you had such a great time on the island and out on the water! We really appreciate the kind words and hope to have you back aboard for another adventure soon! ⛵️
★★★★★ Viator review
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Deborah_H, August 2026
Lots of fun. Had a great time captain and his crew was very nice. Would do this again. Need to have bottled water
Response from the operator · hannahparadisepcb Thank you so much for the great review! We’re so glad you had a wonderful time and would come back again!
As for the bottled water, we do have it available on some of our trips! Unfortunately, storage space varies between our vessels, so we aren’t able to keep a large supply of bottles on every boat. Some boats offer bottled water, while others have filtered water available.
We hope that makes sense and we really appreciate the feedback! We hope to see you back out on the water with us again soon! ♥️
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Treat employee better
T2516JIkellym, August 2026
We had a great time. Everything was great. They had lots of things to climb but really made for kids. Some adults really wants to do course and some were just made for kids. Workers clarified when I pointed out some were needing air but it was adults weight causing issue they said. Also who ever owns this please buy your island employees new chairs. They were under broken tent and broken chairs. Come on. Spend $100 and replace broken items.
Response from the operator · hannahparadisepcb Thank you so much for the review! We’re so glad to hear you had a great time and enjoyed your day with us!
We also really appreciate you bringing the chairs and tent situation to our attention. Thank you for letting us know! Our island crew hadn’t mentioned that to us, so we’ll definitely be looking into it and making sure everything gets taken care of. We want both our guests and our team to be as comfortable as possible!
Thank you again for spending the day with us and we hope to see you back out on the water again soon! ⛵️
★★★★★ Viator review
Awesome! Many things to do in one trip!
Wendy_F, August 2026
This was a great trip for me and my family. We have 18 and 21 year old boys and a 10 year old girl and they all loved it.So much to do for everyone and my son appreciated the beer(just turned 21). Our 2 guides were super friendly and fun and so we're the guys working on land with the kayaks etc. I tried stand up paddle boarding while my husband took my daughter on the kayak. My boys had fun with the inflatables. The snorkling was fun too. My daughter loved it. The boat ride to and from was really enjoyable as well. So worth the money. 3 hours was just the perfect amount of time.
Response from the operator · hannahparadisepcb Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review! We’re so glad the whole family found something to enjoy! 🫶 We appreciate you guys for choosing Paradise Adventures and we hope to see you all again soon! ⛵️
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