Shell Island Inflatable Adventure Park & Dolphin Sightseeing Tour
Overview
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3 hours
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We'll begin this adventure with a sail through the Grand Lagoon area to our own private playground area off of Shell Island. Once you arrive, you'll enjoy kayaking, paddle boarding, snorkeling, and an inflatable water park equipped with trampolines, water slides, seesaw ball and more on this 3 hour adventure cruise! At the end of the tour, we'll go looking for dolphins in the Gulf of Mexico. All activities and use of equipment are included. Additional snacks and beverages can be purchased as well. Food can be brought on to the catamaran, but no outside beverages are allowed.
Additional Info
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**
What To Expect
Your 3-hour trip on our 52-foot catamaran Privateer will include a scenic dolphin boat tour through Grand Lagoon to Shell Island. Enjoy the tropical scenery and music as you look for dolphins along the way. There will be lots of fun waiting for you when you arrive at the inflatable water park at Shell Island, Panama City Beach. Enjoy our water trampolines, see-saw called the “rockit” and other inflatable fun! If you’re looking for something more low-key, explore on a kayak or paddleboard and give snorkeling a try. You can take in the natural beauty that Shell Island has to offer or if you want, hang out on the bow of the boat in our two sunning nets and relax and listen to music. Enjoy sipping on refreshing beverages like our signature Privateer Punch. All of our activities and inflatables are all-inclusive with unlimited use during this exciting trip for no additional charge. The inflatables and adventure fun are set up on the St. Andrew’s Bay side of Shell Island so our activities are not affected by any rough water conditions and strong undercurrents in the Gulf. Bar on-board for beverage and snack purchases (Please note our bar accepts debit/credit card transactions only)
Options
Adventure Tour Privateer
Duration: 3 hours
What‘s Included
Restroom onboard
Gratuities
Beverages (Please note our bar accepts debit/credit card transactions only.)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Chips are available to purchase
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
558 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A/c did not work good one...
Christopher E,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00A/c did not work good one night. Place seems a little run down. Beds were not comfortable. Would try something different next time.
Highlight of our trip!
S18ILmarial,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.005/5 Stars because it was absolutely 💯 the best 3 hour getaway for families with kids! We took our 11-year-old on the Paradise Adventures Tour, and it was the absolute highlight of our Panama City Beach vacation! The crew was incredibly welcoming, patient, and went out of their way to make sure everyone felt safe and included during the sail. The catamaran itself was exceptionally clean and spacious enough that we never felt crowded. Stopping at the inflatable water park, snorkeling, paddle boarding, and kayaking kept our 11-year-old and myself (mom) completely entertained and active the entire time. Spotting dolphins on the ride back was the perfect ending to an amazing day. If you are looking for a fun, stress-free, and safe water adventure that holds a pre-teen's interest, this is absolutely it! The crew members Jordan, Zack, and Lamar were absolutely the best!! Shutout to the girl photographers who captured the excitement that we all had.
Fun
Roving37600578273,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Zach and his crew were amazing!! Got to see dolphins and enjoy some fun w/the family!! I feel a few more inflatables would make it a blast as the one wasn’t easy to climb to go down slide. But overall was a blast!!
Great trip!
J7010UYtiffanyc,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an awesome crew!! The inflatables kayak paddle board and snorkeling were great at Shell island! We enjoyed the boat ride there and back. Unfortunately we only saw one dolphin on the boat ride but Zack did his best to find them. He and his crew made the best out of our trip and still made it a wonderful experience.
This was a BLAST‼️
kathy C,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is so much fun. They have all kinds of water toys on the water for everyone to do. They have kayaks, paddle boards, slides, jumpers, floats etc….the kids had a blast‼️ The staff was EXCELLENT and so FRIENDLY‼️😊😊😊😊😊😊
Great Experience
R2221TLmeganm,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great experience with Paradise Adventures! Mike, Lamar, and Chase were fantastic hosts and made the trip fun and enjoyable for everyone. Our kids (14, 12, and 8) had an amazing time on the inflatables, kayaking, and snorkeling. One of the highlights was seeing dolphins on the ride back—it was such a memorable experience. Overall, this excursion offered a lot for the price, and we would definitely recommend it to other families looking for a fun day on the water.
Wonderful experience! Will definitely book again!!
Sara B,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was amazing! Really fun, the crew (Mike, Chase, Lamar) was interactive with the guests the whole time and really made it fun!!
Awesome
Kaisja M,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This experience was great ! Easily accommodated my 25+ family. Clear waters & also able to see dolphins. Adults have a great treat on the boat as well (drinks). 10/10 !!!
Awesome experience! Lamar, Tre, the captain and all the guys at the beach were amazing! Lamar played with the kids! 100!
lorityson,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was amazing and I highly recommend! Tre, Lamar, the captain and all the guys at the beach were phenomenal! They made sure everyone had what they needed and interacted with everyone, including playing with the kids. We are thinking about doing it a second time before we leave the beach.
Great experience
Leonard N,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great experience definitely worth the price love the music love the employees, Zach Trey, and another employee forgot name they are very kind, helpful and positive, great vibes and spirit. Adult friendly, and kid friendly. Dolphin seeing or dolphin show was definitely worth it. Got to see dolphins flip and swim not just one or two it was about two packs of them like 10. They are very prepared with snorkels and lifejackets felt very safe and definitely recommend to anybody and will be coming back.
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