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St. Andrews Bay Dolphin Tour to Shell Island 2 hr

TourTruth score 7.6 out of 10

GoodTop 24% in Destin

10 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Destin
  • 2 hrs
  • Updated November 1, 2026

Cruise St. Andrews Bay, look for dolphins, and enjoy time to swim, snorkel, and collect shells at Shell Island on this 2-hour tour.

About this tour

Cruise the waters of St. Andrews Bay in search of dolphins, then head to Shell Island for a beachside escape. This 2-hour shared tour pairs wildlife watching with time to swim, snorkel, and collect shells along the Gulf coast.

A licensed U.S.C.G. captain leads the trip, and swim masks are provided for use (fins are not included). The boat accommodates up to 6 guests, creating a small-group outing for families and friends. At Shell Island, enjoy a secluded beach stop and take in the island’s natural scenery before returning across the bay. A minimum of 4 guests is required for the boat to depart.

Meet at the dock at Carl Gray Park after crossing the Hathaway Bridge, and look for the blue Suncatcher pontoon with its company logo flag and dive flag. Set out on a St. Andrews Bay dolphin tour to Shell Island for a relaxed mix of wildlife spotting and time on the water.

Highlights

  • Spot dolphins while cruising the scenic waters of St. Andrews Bay
  • Visit Shell Island for a secluded beach stop
  • Swim and snorkel in Gulf waters
  • Collect shells and enjoy an outing with family or friends

What's included

Included

  • Licensed U.S.C.G. captain
  • Swim masks for use; fins are not provided

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Important information

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A minimum of 4 guests is required for the boat to leave the dock
  • Meet at the dock at Carl Gray Park after crossing the Hathaway Bridge; look for the blue Suncatcher pontoon with the company logo flag and dive flag

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 5.00 from 10 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.6. Top 24% in Destin means it ranks in the top 24% of tours in Destin by this score.

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