Best Water Sports & Activities in Panama City Beach

33 tours ranked by TourTruth score (0–10), based on Viator and GetYourGuide ratings. How scores work

We compared 33 water sports & activities in Panama City Beach using 9,184 reviews on Viator and GetYourGuide. The highest scoring with at least 20 reviews is Panama City Beach Snorkel and Dolphin Sightseeing Tour 3 hr (9.2/10). Prices start at $32.10 and most cost between $52.43 and $187. A typical one lasts 2 hrs.

Top picks

Best overall

TourTruth score 9.2 out of 10 Panama City Beach Snorkel and Dolphin Sightseeing Tour 3 hr

162 reviews · $55 · 3 hrs

Reviewers like: family friendly, snorkeling, marine life info

Most reviewed

TourTruth score 7.9 out of 10 Panama City Beach Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise 3 hr

5,126 reviews · $52 · 3 hrs

Reviewers like: dolphin sightings, snorkeling, great crew

Budget pick

TourTruth score 9.1 out of 10 Panama City Beach Powerboat Charter at Shell Island 2 hr

1,206 reviews · $47 · 2 hrs

Reviewers like: friendly captain, private boat charter, flexible activities

Watch for: unsuitable snorkeling

Jet Skiing & Watercraft Kayaking & Canoeing Parasailing & Paragliding Snorkeling & Diving

Compare at a glance

#TourScoreRatings by siteFromDuration
1 Panama City Beach Snorkel and Dolphin Sightseeing Tour 3 hr TourTruth score 9.2 out of 10 Viator 5.0★ (160) · GetYourGuide 5.0★ (2) $55 3 hrs
2 Panama City Beach Powerboat Charter at Shell Island 2 hr TourTruth score 9.1 out of 10 GetYourGuide 4.8★ (1,206) $47 2 hrs
3 St. Andrews Bay Snorkeling and Wildlife Tour TourTruth score 9.1 out of 10 Viator 5.0★ (95) $350 2 hrs
4 Panama City Beach Dolphin Cruise and Shell Island Tour 3 hr TourTruth score 8.9 out of 10 Viator 4.9★ (269) $52 3 hrs
5 Panama City Beach Tiki Boat Cruise, Snorkel and Sandbar, 3 hr TourTruth score 8.9 out of 10 Viator 5.0★ (192) $86 3 hrs
6 Shell Island Private Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour 3 hr TourTruth score 8.8 out of 10 Viator 5.0★ (61) $499 3 hrs
7 Panama City Beach Dolphin Cruise & Shell Island Snorkel 2 hr TourTruth score 8.4 out of 10 Viator 5.0★ (92) · GetYourGuide 4.3★ (7) $49 2 hrs
8 Panama City Private Boat Tour with Dolphins and Snorkeling 2 hr TourTruth score 8.3 out of 10 Viator 5.0★ (49) $349 2 hrs
9 Panama City Beach Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise 3 hr TourTruth score 7.9 out of 10 Viator 4.9★ (5,075) · GetYourGuide 4.8★ (51) $52 3 hrs
10 Panama City Private Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour 2 hr TourTruth score 7.9 out of 10 Viator 5.0★ (16) $358 2 hrs

Questions

What is the best water sports & activity in Panama City Beach?

Panama City Beach Snorkel and Dolphin Sightseeing Tour 3 hr has the highest TourTruth score (9.2/10) of the 33 water sports & activities in Panama City Beach we compare among those with at least 20 reviews, from 162 reviews.

How much do water sports & activities in Panama City Beach cost?

Listed prices start at $32.10; the median is $99, and most cost between $52.43 and $187. Prices are the lowest listed price, usually per person; check the provider for your date.

How long are water sports & activities in Panama City Beach?

The median listed duration is 2 hrs.

Which water sports & activity in Panama City Beach has the most reviews?

Panama City Beach Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise 3 hr, with 5,126 reviews and a TourTruth score of 7.9/10.

Scores compare each tour's ratings with all others on the same booking site and weight them by review count. How scores work · Same tour, different price on Viator and GetYourGuide