Swim With the Dolphins in Panama City, Florida

1-Week Dolphin Swim Program

Daily Schedule for the 1-Week Dolphin Swim in Panama City

Day 1

Morning
- 9:00 a.m. - Presentation by Water Planet staff on the topics of the environment around Panama City and the Shell Island area, principles of Ecology, dolphin physiology, ecotourism, swim with the dolphins programs, children and dolphins, animal therapy. Special needs children and dolphins, autism and dolphins, dolphin therapy, Dolphin Assisted Therapy, is it legal to swim with dolphins. How to interact with wild dolphins, some information on bottlenosed dolphin social behavior and proper etiquette to swim with dolphins.
- 10:30: a.m. - Snorkeling class in a swiming pool - safety rules before you swim with wild dolphins and guidelines on boats
- 10:00: a.m. - Snorkeling class - safety rules and guidelines on boats
- 12:00 Noon: - Break
Afternoon
- 5:00 to 7:00 p.m - Dolphin swim cruise - dolphin encounter Exploration of Shell Island and marine ecology "wet lab" optional (Water Planet staff dives for different forms of sea life: crustaceans, mollusks, fish, etc. and brings it back on board for viewing and identification before release).

Day 2

Morning
- 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.: Dolphin swim cruise - dolphin encounter Exploration of Shell Island and marine ecology "wet lab" optional.
Afternoon
- Free time

Day 3

Morning
- 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.- Dolphin swim cruise - dolphin encounter Exploration of Shell Island and marine ecology "wet lab" optional.

Day 4

Morning
- 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.: Dolphin swim cruise - dolphin encounter Exploration of Shell Island and marine ecology "wet lab" optional.

Day 5

Morning
- 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.: Dolphin swim cruise - dolphin encounter Exploration of Shell Island and marine ecology "wet lab" optional.

Day 6

Morning
- 10:00 a.m.: Departure for Morrison Springs. Picnic by the spring
Afternoon
- Swimming and snorkeling in the beautiful crystal clear cool springs bordered by majestic cypress trees. Abundant wildlife - a memorable visit to another Florida. BBQ by the springs
- 6:00 to 7:00 p.m - Presentation about the wild dolphins of Panama City. Photo or video show of the week.

The Price of the 1-Week wild dolphin swim program in Panama City is $750.00 (US) + tax per person prepaid.

Why should you book with us and not with our competitors ?

We are the oldest and most experienced wild dolphin swim facility in Panama City (since 1995).
Unlike on our competitors boats, in addition to the captain, our boats have crew (between May 01 and August 31). Our specially trained staff will come with you in the water and help you and/or your children with your experience.
Thanks to our collaboration with marine biologists and thanks to our experience with educational programs in the schools of Bay County and with various girl and boy scouts groups and church groups, we will actually educate you and your children on wild dolphins and their social life for a more enjoyable, more respectful and safer experience.
Unlike with our competitors tours, the owner of our company is also a boat captain and is actually on the water every day implementing the comprehensive programs.

The price includes all dolphin swim excursions, equipment, visual presentations, lectures and dolphin educational package. Free bottled water on board
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Payments are to be made as follows:

50% down or credit card information to hold reservations.
Balance due before program.
We accept all major credit cards. A 4% surcharge applies to all credit card payments in excess of $100.00

Notice:

Water Planet cannot guarantee interaction with wild dolphins nor ideal weather conditions. Trip fees cannot be refunded due to adverse weather or absence of dolphins.
We will replace the dolphin swim boat trips where dolphins do not show.
Children are welcome to participate in our dolphin swim programs. Our staff has years of experience with helping children in the water during their dolphin swim and on board the boat. Your children will love the close proximity of dolphins and will probably remember the experience for the rest of their life.
We have deep ladders to make it easier for you to get back up on board from the water after each dolphin swim. All our boats are equipped with double shades.
You are welcome to bring your own cooler if you wish.

Cancellation Policy: All cancellations must be received in writing (e-mail, post or fax).

15 days to 72 hours: $ 100.00 penalty per person
Less then 72 hours: you loose your deposit.
All bank charges related to the reservation will be charged to the canceling party.
No show = Full charge

1-Week Dolphin Swim Programs in Panama City are scheduled to start every Sunday, April through October. Check with us for availability!