Explore Shell Island on a clean 10-passenger pontoon with gas included
Half day or full day
Up to 10 people
Gas, Safety equipment, Radio
Rent a clean 10-passenger pontoon boat and explore Panama City Beach, Shell Island Beach, and St. Andrews Bay at your own pace. Your rental comes equipped for easy cruising and swimming stops.
Renters must be at least 25 years old. Florida law requires anyone born after January 1, 1988 to present a valid boating license or complete a temporary boating test before departure. A $200 refundable security deposit is required at check-in and must be placed on a credit or debit card. Renters are responsible for any damage or missing equipment during the rental, including broken ladders, damaged props, lost anchors, or vessel damage. The pontoon must be returned in the same condition it was received. Guests must present the credit card used for booking along with a matching valid photo ID at check-in. Safety instructions are provided in English only.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 10 guests.
Full refund with 48 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.
Bring up to 10 passengers on the pontoon.
No experience is required. The boat is designed to be easy to operate.
Yes. Your rental includes a tank of gas.
1213 Beck Ave., Panama City, FL 32401
This family-run operation has built a stellar reputation with both locals and visitors who keep coming back year after year. The owners get consistent praise for being genuinely nice and professional, creating a welcoming atmosphere from start to finish. They're flexible too, working around weather issues and accommodating last-minute bookings when possible. Captain Zach stands out as a major highlight, especially for dolphin tours. He has an impressive knack for finding wildlife and knows exactly where to spot dolphins and sea turtles, often delivering encounters right alongside the boat. Reviewers with toddlers and special needs kids specifically mention his patience and ability to make everyone feel comfortable. Beyond wildlife watching, the boats themselves are well-maintained, spacious enough for larger groups, and come with nice touches like Bluetooth speakers. The convenient location makes it easy to reach Shell Island and other popular spots, which locals particularly appreciate when comparing options in the area.
Rented a double canopy pontoon from them. They had the best reviews, and we're close to Panama City (close to where we were staying) instead of Beach. It was super easy to do online, and even sign two waivers. All online! Love that. The husband and wife duo were super nice, and informative. We toured Shell Island on our own. It was helpful we used to own a pontoon, so we understood how it worked, and how to anchor carefully. Loved the double ladders, and huge room for my 2 dogs, teen daughter, and husband. It would fit a huge amount of people, but I wanted the extra shade. Saw dolphins, spent a few hours on beach. Just pay attention to large buildings when you first leave so you can get your bearings on your way back. I recognized a large turquoise restaurant. Hubby didn't recognize anything. Loved that I could bring my fur babies. They loved it. What a fantastic relaxing day!
Alisha Perez
March 27, 2026
Rented a double canopy pontoon from them. They had the best reviews, and we're close to Panama City (close to where we were staying) instead of Beach. It was super easy to do online, and even sign two waivers. All online! Love that. The husband and wife duo were super nice, and informative. We toured Shell Island on our own. It was helpful we used to own a pontoon, so we understood how it worked, and how to anchor carefully. Loved the double ladders, and huge room for my 2 dogs, teen daughter, and husband. It would fit a huge amount of people, but I wanted the extra shade. Saw dolphins, spent a few hours on beach. Just pay attention to large buildings when you first leave so you can get your bearings on your way back. I recognized a large turquoise restaurant. Hubby didn't recognize anything. Loved that I could bring my fur babies. They loved it. What a fantastic relaxing day!
Alisha Perez
March 27, 2026