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Island Time Sailing
Island Time Sailing
4.8
Scuba & SnorkellingBoat ToursSightseeing ToursDolphin & Whale WatchingNature & Wildlife Tours
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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Island Time Sailing | Panama City Beach, FL islandtimesailing.com Let's set sail on The Island Time Sailing Catamaran on Panama City Beach. Create your own adventure in paradise on a variety of cruises including: -Shell Island Snorkel & Sail -Dolphin Sunset Cruise -Dolphin Day Sail -Private Charters for Events Enjoy a relaxing and fun sailing cruise on St. Andrews Bay as a family or couple. You'll have a great time with our friendly and fun crew. The Sunsets are Spectacular and the Dolphins are Friendly. The boat is equipped with two restrooms and a snack bar filled with lots of cold refreshments and tasty snacks. Call or Go to Our Website to Book Your Tour Today.
Panama City Beach, Florida
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MaryAnn S
1 contribution
Aug 2024 • Family
Was sitting on the beach our first day and saw one of the tourist boats go by, and thought okay, maybe a sunset cruise would be nice. We only had one day left to do it and chances are there wouldn't be any slots available for a Saturday evening, Didn't get the booking done that night, but woke up Saturday morning telling myself we've got to do this. Yay, there were spots still available for us! The website was extremely easy to navigate and I got our tickets. We got there a half hour before boarding and what a relaxing waiting area it was. Very accommodating, plenty of seats available with shade, a water view, nice music, food and drink available -- such a nice surprise. Boarding the boat was a breeze, our crew, Christo and Sara, let us know what we were going to be doing, what to look out for, and assured us that they would do their best to show us a great time. And they did! Very neat to see the sails go up right in front of us. The boat ride was so smooth, and relaxing. We saw plenty of dolphins right next to our boat in fact, and the prettiest sunset we've ever seen, right there in the Gulf. Topped it off with a nice, slow ride back, the best music playing, couldn't ask for a better experience. Very glad we chose to do this and will definitely do their other tours available the next time we visit Panama City Beach. I'm looking forward to the Shell Island/Snorkeling Tour next time, and maybe even doing the Sunset Tour again as well. Definitely worth it, we got some awesome pictures, but they are not nearly as beautiful as seeing it in person. Thanks again Island Time, you guys are great!
Written August 26, 2024
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Kelly G
1 contribution
Sep 2023 • Family
We took a sunset sail for our 26th anniversary to relive the one that we did on our honeymoon. The bar was extremely high, but this excursion was amazing! We had a beautiful sunset, got to see so many dolphins, had a fun and knowledgeable crew, met some fabulous new people and enjoyed some great drinks, too! Excellent trip and excellent value! Will absolutely do it again!
Written April 12, 2024
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Hi Kelly, thank you for the 5 star review! We hope you had a wonderful anniversary and are so glad you enjoyed your time with us!
Written April 13, 2024
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Laura H
1 contribution
Aug 2024 • Family
The experience was great! We saw dolphins, a manatee, and 2 rays. The staff were very polite, attentive, and helpful. The catamaran has a lower portion in the shade which was important since I have family members who are sun sensitive. Everyone had a great time, ages ranging in my party from 8 to teens to 74 had a great time! Would recommend!
Written August 23, 2024
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Happiness28412744060
6 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
This trip was great! Everyone was so nice and made it very enjoyable! Everything that came out of Carter’s mouth was “yes ma’am” or “yes sir” and he was always asking if we needed anything. Emma was on top of everyone’s drink order and helped out on other areas as well. And when she was occupied, Carter stood in and helped at the bar as did our captain, Heath. They made a good team and it was obvious they work well together. They made it a fun and informative trip. Health got as close as he could steer the catamaran to allow us to the dolphins swimming nearby. He did this on the way in and out from Shell Island. My daughter loved the water slide! Great job by the crew-highly recommend this for some adventure and a good time in PCB!
Written August 25, 2024
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Brenda A
2 contributions
Aug 2024 • Friends
Had an amazing time on the water and at Shell Island!!! The Emerald Coast truly lives up to its name! The crew (Capt. Heath, Christo, Carter and Sara) was amazing!!! There were snacks and beverages available for purchase on board and lots of seating/standing room. The best part was that the snorkel gear was included and the water slide off the back of the boat. Would highly recommend this experience if you're visiting PCB! Thanks from CA!
Written August 25, 2024
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Lori G
2 contributions
Oct 2022 • Friends
Can I just say, best time ever!! HEATH, OLIVIA and GRACE made our morning dolphin and snorkeling cruise so enjoyable we got straight off the boat and booked the sunset cruise for the same day. They did not disappoint on the sunset cruise. They remembered our face and even Max's name (5 years old). Olivia let Max help with the anchor and he will never forget that. I will be telling everyone that visits PCB to book with these folks hands down!!!!
Written October 7, 2022
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Thank you for your positive review! We’re always looking for ways to improve the experience at our company, but it’s great to know that we are on the right track. Hope to have you sail with us again soon
Written October 8, 2022
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Mommy9305
Rock Falls, IL57 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Husband and I booked the Shell Island Snorkeling tour. We were able to see dolphins on the way to the snorkeling area and Captain Heath stopped several times for everyone to watch the dolphins play. The crew was great and was walking around getting people their drinks and snacks. Olivia is the only crew members name I can remember. All of the crew made the trip fun. I definitely recommend using Island Time Sailing for your tour.
Written March 29, 2023
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The team here at Island Time is thrilled to receive such a great rating, thank you.
Written May 11, 2023
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Chip F
Belton, TX34 contributions
Mar 2021
I wanted to thank everyone at Island Time for making such an exceptional experience on your beautiful catamaran during our Spring Break trip.
First, I have to say that we MISSED our first trip due to me leaving my phone in our rental and an untimely occurrence of gout that kept me from going to get it.
But the owners were kind enough to book our tour two days later when I could walk again, even though we cost them business (by not being able to sell our seats to others who wanted them).
Our family really appreciates that. Thank you so much.
The actual cruise was great! It was unusually windy, so the sails couldn't go up that day, and we didn't see dolphins, but we were able to visit the island, go up the boardwalk, and enjoy a spectacular twilight time on a deserted beach...which was amazing.
The trip back was filled with music. My son danced the whole way.
It really was an excellent time. Thank you for what you do!
First, I have to say that we MISSED our first trip due to me leaving my phone in our rental and an untimely occurrence of gout that kept me from going to get it.
But the owners were kind enough to book our tour two days later when I could walk again, even though we cost them business (by not being able to sell our seats to others who wanted them).
Our family really appreciates that. Thank you so much.
The actual cruise was great! It was unusually windy, so the sails couldn't go up that day, and we didn't see dolphins, but we were able to visit the island, go up the boardwalk, and enjoy a spectacular twilight time on a deserted beach...which was amazing.
The trip back was filled with music. My son danced the whole way.
It really was an excellent time. Thank you for what you do!
Written March 22, 2021
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Sharon B
4 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
Went with my 18 year old daughter on Spring Break , we both had an Awesome trip on the water with Island Time Sailing! The crew was great and the dolphins were ready to entertain us, We plan to go again before we go home. I highly recommend this experience, the dolphins were right beside the boat and easy to see AAA+++
Written April 5, 2023
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Thank you for choosing Island Time! We appreciate the review and hope you can come sailing with us again in the near future.
Written May 11, 2023
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Reetay
High Point, NC2 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
The Captain and crew were all super nice, accommodating, friendly and fun! It was a mostly cloudy evening but even seeing the sunset peek through the clouds was so beautiful. The dolphins were adorable and it was overall a very peaceful and lovely experience! Well worth the money And it was a big highlight of our trip!!
Written April 10, 2023
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Thank you so much for the positive rating. We're happy that you're happy, and we're looking forward to your next visit to Island Time Sailing.
Written May 11, 2023
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Is the boat accessible to an older lady with a cane? Would she be able to get on and off?
Written August 25, 2020
Is there restrooms aboard the ship?
Written April 24, 2018
Yes. They are beliw deck so don’t planon using them if you get seasick.
Written May 16, 2018
Can you bring a cooler on board the snorkel trip?
Written August 7, 2017
I don't believe so. They sell drinks and snacks. They're cheap enough, and they carry a few selections of alcoholic drinks for the adults.
Written August 7, 2017
Can you bring a cooler on board the snorkel trip?
Written August 7, 2017
No they sell beverage and snacks aboard at reasonable prices.
Written August 7, 2017
I'm not able to swim far or snorkel. May I still go on the dolphin and snorkel cruise with my family?
Written August 2, 2017
Absolutely! They will fit you with a life vest if you just want to float around by the boat. Or you can stay on board if you like. Still a nice trip, and we saw lots of dolphins.
Written August 4, 2017
estherwonglee
Panama City Beach, Florida
Dear Sir: The review says they need to swim to Shell Island, I don't think my grandkids can do that. Please advice.
Written April 10, 2017
We were on the sunset cruise and did not stop.
Written April 18, 2017
Hi Debbie, What was the name of the restaurant where locals go, please?
Written August 25, 2015
J.Michael's is the restaurant we usually recommend for dinner that locals love. Otherwise Liza's Kitchen is who we recommend for breakfast/lunch. You can't go wrong with those!
Written September 7, 2015
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