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Set sail from Panama City Beach for a 3‑hour catamaran cruise to Shell Island featuring an inflatable water park, kayak and paddleboard access, snorkeling and dolphin watching. All activities and equipment are included — arrive early and come prepared for sun, sand and shallow-water fun.
Set sail from Panama City Beach for a 3‑hour catamaran cruise to Shell Island featuring an inflatable water park, kayak and paddleboard access, snorkeling and dolphin watching. All activities and equipment are included — arrive early and come prepared for sun, sand and shallow-water fun.
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Operated by Paradise Adventures · Panama City Beach, Florida
The Privateer slips through the green-brown ribbon of Grand Lagoon, engines low and music up, while the Gulf ahead promises bright surf and a small island of white shell sand. Dolphins arch and scatter like questions as the 52-foot catamaran makes for the protected lee of Shell Island, where an inflatable water park waits alongside calm, shallow water. Kayaks and paddleboards fan out; snorkelers trace patches of seagrass; trampolines and slides send kids scattering back into the warm shallows.
easy.
3 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic paddling uses light upper‑body effort for short periods.
Yes — kayaks, paddleboards, snorkel gear and unlimited use of the inflatable park are included in the 3‑hour trip.
The departure point is behind The Bayside Resort at 4114 Jan Cooley Dr; allow 40 minutes to check in and walk the dock.
Infants under age 2 are allowed but incur a USD $15–$20 fee plus local tax; children must be accompanied by an adult.
Trips are subject to favorable weather; if canceled due to conditions you’ll be offered an alternative date or a full refund.
Shell Island and the adjacent St. Andrews Bay began as barrier features formed by longshore drift; the area has long supported a local fishing and maritime economy that influenced modern tour names and boat culture.
Dune and seagrass habitats are fragile — use reef‑safe sunscreen, avoid disturbing nesting birds or turtles, and pack out all trash to minimize impact.
Paradise Adventures operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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