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Best Sail Tours in Panama City Beach

Snorkel, Dolphins, Sunset Tours and Private Charters

Island Time Sailing offers the best dolphin tours, Shell Island snorkeling adventures, sunset cruises, and private boat charters in Panama City Beach, creating unforgettable experiences for families, couples, and groups visiting Florida's Emerald Coast.

Island Time Sailing offers some of the most unforgettable boat tours and water adventures in Panama City Beach, combining dolphin encounters, snorkeling, Shell Island exploration, breathtaking sunset cruises, and private charters into one incredible experience on the Emerald Coast. Whether you’re sailing aboard our spacious 50-foot catamaran or enjoying a private charter on The Islander, every trip is designed to help guests relax, explore, and create lifelong memories on the beautiful waters of St. Andrews Bay, Shell Island, and the Gulf of Mexico. With multiple daily departures, family-friendly activities, onboard bars, paddle boards, snorkeling equipment, and an energetic crew that keeps the fun going, Island Time Sailing has become one of the top-rated things to do in Panama City Beach.

From Shell Island Snorkel Sails and Sunset Dolphin Cruises to fully customized private charters, Island Time Sailing offers adventures for families, couples, vacation groups, and special celebrations of all kinds. Guests can watch dolphins swim alongside the boat, snorkel crystal-clear emerald waters, relax beneath spectacular Gulf Coast sunsets, enjoy music and dancing onboard, and experience the laid-back atmosphere that makes Panama City Beach so special. With spacious vessels, shaded seating areas, onboard restrooms, snack and drink bars serving soft drinks, beer, wine, and our famous Rum Punch, every cruise combines comfort, entertainment, and adventure for an unforgettable day on the water.

Fireworks Cruise

The Ultimate 4th of July Celebration, Family-Friendly Cruise

Hour Glass 3 Hour Cruise

Dolphin Dolphin Encounters
Fireworks Music, Dancing & Fireworks Over the Bay

Glass Snack & Drink Bar Onboard

Info Restrooms Onboard

Ticket Limited Spots — Sells Out Fast

Other Activities in Panama City Beach, FL

Private Charters

Celebrate birthdays, bachelorette parties, family reunions, and special occasions aboard a spacious private charter built for unforgettable experiences.

Hour Glass 2 – 4 Hours
Users Up to 49 Passengers

Info Captain & Crew Included

Cruise Ship Restroom, Snacks & Soft Drinks, Light Adult Beverages, Bluetooth Sound System, LED Lighting, Shaded Seating Areas

70 HP Pontoon

Smooth, Stable Tritoon • Up to 12 Passengers

Hour Glass Half & Full Day Rentals (4.5 or 8 hrs)

Users Recommended group size: 4-8

Tachometer Up to 20mph • 15 minutes to Shell Island

Cruise Ship Boat features:

✔ Under-Seat Storage
✔ Bluetooth Audio System
✔ Single Bimini Top

Info Fuel & Safety Equipment Included

90 HP Pontoon

We have the only Tri-toons in town – more stability, easy ride!

Hour Glass Half & Full Day Rentals (4.5 or 8 hrs)
User Up to 12 Passengers
Tachometer 10-minutes to Shell Island

Cruise Ship Single Bimini Top, Storage, Bluetooth Stereo
Ticket Fuel & Safety Equipment Included