See Dolphins and Explore the Coastline
Book eco tours in Panama City to see dolphins, search for seashells, and explore the bays and islands along the Gulf Coast.
You can spend time on the water in Panama City without fishing and still see wildlife, untouched shorelines, and clear shallow water where dolphins swim and feed. Eco tours take you through protected bays, around barrier islands, and along sandbars where seashells wash up and birds gather, and you can stop to walk the beach or wade in the water whenever you want.
Gulf Coast Guide Fishing and Adventures offers eco tours in two-hour, four-hour, six-hour, eight-hour, and twelve-hour options so you can choose how much time you want on the water. Each tour includes dolphin sightings, seashell hunting stops, and sightseeing through some of the most scenic areas around Panama City.
Learn more about booking your eco tour in Panama City.
What you do during an eco tour
Your guide will run the boat through calm bays and around islands in Panama City where dolphins are often seen feeding or traveling in pods. You will watch for dorsal fins, see them surface near the boat, and your guide will slow down or stop so you can take photos and watch their behavior up close.
After dolphin watching, you will stop at sandbars and remote beaches where you can get out of the boat and search for seashells, sand dollars, and other finds that wash ashore. You will walk along the shoreline, wade in shallow water, and collect shells to take home if you want.</p><p style="margin:0 0 16px 0;">The boat stays in protected water throughout the tour, which keeps the ride smooth and makes it comfortable for families, young children, and anyone who prefers calmer conditions. You will not go offshore or into rough water during an eco tour.
You probably have a few things to ask
People booking eco tours in Panama City often ask about what they will see, how long to book, and what to bring on the boat, so here are the answers.
Will I see dolphins on every tour?
Dolphins are seen on most tours in Panama City, especially during morning and late afternoon hours when they are feeding. Your guide knows where dolphins are commonly spotted and will take you to those areas.
How long should I book for an eco tour?
A two-hour tour gives you time to see dolphins and visit one seashell stop, while a four-hour or six-hour tour lets you explore more islands, beaches, and wildlife areas. Families with young children often book two or four hours.
What should I bring on an eco tour?
You should bring sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, a bag for seashells, and a camera or phone for photos. Gulf Coast Guide Fishing and Adventures provides all safety equipment and coolers with ice and water.
Can young children come on an eco tour?
Yes, eco tours are suitable for children of all ages. The boat stays in calm water, and there are plenty of opportunities to get out and explore the beach.
When is the best time to book an eco tour?
Spring, summer, and fall offer warm weather and calm water, but eco tours run year-round in Panama City. Early morning and late afternoon tours often have the best lighting for photos and the most dolphin activity.
Gulf Coast Guide Fishing and Adventures runs offshore trips year-round in Panama City, and you can book the trip length that matches your schedule and fishing goals.
Contact us to check availability and reserve your spot on the water.