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Panama City Beach Private Tiki Boat Tour to Shell Island 3 hr

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  • Panama City Beach
  • 3 hrs
  • Updated October 31, 2026

Cruise Grand Lagoon on a private Panama City Beach tiki boat tour with time to swim, snorkel, spot dolphins, and enjoy tropical music.

About this tour

Settle into a tropical escape on the water with a private tiki boat cruise in Panama City Beach. This three-hour outing pairs emerald-water views with the easygoing feel of a floating island retreat.

Cruise through Grand Lagoon, soak up the sunshine, and take time to swim and snorkel among underwater sea life. Keep watch for dolphins in their natural habitat as tropical music sets the mood. The boat accommodates up to 26 passengers and has a restroom on board, making it a comfortable choice for a family outing, celebration, or group gathering. A cooler with ice and a cash and credit card bar are available; beverage rules depend on your travel date. The tour operates in St. Andrews Bay, where conditions are often calmer than in the Gulf.

Make your way to the check-in kiosk at The Bayside Resort 45 minutes before departure, then enjoy a laid-back Panama City Beach tiki boat tour on the water.

Highlights

  • Cruise Grand Lagoon aboard a tropical tiki boat
  • Swim and snorkel in Panama City Beach’s emerald waters
  • Look for dolphins in their natural habitat
  • Relax with tropical music and an onboard bar
  • Enjoy the convenience of a restroom on board

What's included

Included

  • Cooler with ice
  • Cash and credit card bar
  • Captain
  • Restroom on board

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Important information

  • Arrive 45 minutes before departure
  • Check in at the kiosk between Building 3 and Reflections Spa at The Bayside Resort, a Hilton Vacation Club
  • Guests may bring their own beverages through December 31, 2026; beginning January 1, 2027, beverages will be available for purchase on board only
  • Drinks are available for purchase with cash or credit card
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  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Tours operate in St. Andrews Bay, where conditions are often calmer than in the Gulf

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 3 hours.

How many passengers can join?

The tiki boat can accommodate up to 26 passengers.

Can I bring my own beverages?

Guests may bring their own beverages through December 31, 2026. Starting January 1, 2027, beverages will be available for purchase on board only.

Where do I check in?

Check in at the kiosk between Building 3 and Reflections Spa at The Bayside Resort, a Hilton Vacation Club. Arrive 45 minutes before departure.

What can I do during the cruise?

Cruise Grand Lagoon, swim and snorkel, and watch for dolphins. Tropical music and an onboard bar add to the relaxed atmosphere.

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