Are you are a new visitor or even a local in Panama City Beach and are looking to schedule some fun and relaxing activities to spend with the family or friends? Or maybe even a corporate team building activity? If so, then Panama City Beach, Florida is the perfect spot for you.
Panama City Beach is best known for being a vacation and waterfront town destination in the Northwest Florida panhandle. It is a beach known for having over 20 miles of white sand beaches alongside the clear, calm emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Also, the St. Andrews State Park, which is one of the 2 nature protected park preserves is located nearby and rests alongside the Gulf with hiking trails and fishing docks. Not to mention if you would like to get some shopping done while spending time in Panama City Beach, the Pier Park shopping mall, which is the main shopping center and venue for hosting social events, is also available for shopping or visiting one of the many restaurants to grab a bit to eat.
Here are the Top 3 activities we recommend while you are visiting the area.
Shell Island Snorkel & Dolphin Catamaran Tour
There is no shortage of exciting and fun activities to choose from while visiting Panama City Beach. Firstly, you have the option to visit the beautiful sugar white sands of Shell Island, by taking the Shell Island Dolphin & Snorkel Cruise by Island Time Sailing. Here you can book one of the dolphin tours Panama City Beach, a3-hour fun filled activity where you will first set sail on a cruise to the amazing St. Andrews Bay. This beautiful looking catamaran, with a wild dolphin pod graphic along each side, will set anchor in clear, shallow waters and you will have an awesome time snorkeling for seashells and fish varieties. You will also have the opportunity of getting a glimpse of the underwater world and enjoying the beautiful sea life. If you are lucky you may have a wild dolphin encounter and be able to swim or snorkel with the local friendly dolphins.
Dolphins Watching Sunset Catamaran Cruise
Get ready to start enjoying a 2-hour fun filled and relaxing dolphin cruise where you will get to see these amazing creatures jumping up and out of the water as they chase fish or get to watch a small baby dolphin swim alongside its mother. All the while sailing through the waters of Grand Lagoon and St. Andrews Bay out into the Gulf of Mexico. The entire cruise will be made enjoyable with music and the ever entertaining crew always keeping the fun rolling along, especially after the sun goes down with games, rum punch and dancing.
Panama City Beach Catamaran Cruise
Last, but not least, enjoy one of the Shell Island cruises sailing right off the coast of Panama City Beach on a guided 50 ft. catamaran that will be headed out to Shell Island and also into the Gulf of Mexico. Once you arrive on the island there will be plenty of activities to do such as swimming, snorkeling and kayaking and there will be plenty of additional activities such as enjoying the water playground and a giant trampoline, slide and seesaw ball. Or just have a good time lounging on the catamaran for a little rest and relaxation. There will be drinks and snack available.