It seemed like the dang captain kept moving every 5-10 minutes. Hardly enough time to test the…read morespots. It seemed like we were moving around more than fishing. The crew hardly came around to assist, even though I didn't need it, but my wife could have use it. The crew spent too much time socializing with one or two groups instead of going around and being helpful. It was my first time on a party boat fishing trip and it will be my last. I'm always tip. It the crew didn't earn it!!

My dad booked us a Deep Sea Fishing trip with Capt. Andersons in Panama City. We hadn't been in…read moreclose to 30 years so I was excited. We opted for the 10 Hour Trip (2 hours out, ~6 hours of fishing, 2 hours back). Quick edit: we only had ~26 people fishing and I'm thankful for that! It was coooooold the morning of and it had stormed the previous two days. Thankfully we were prepared. I'd recommend bringing a book bag or light sack with: sunscreen, hat, glasses, long sleeve shirt/hoodie, Gatorade, rain jacket and change of shirt. They do provide sunscreen, medicine, food, snacks and drinks onboard for a cost (see my menu photos). It was ROUGH going out, thanks to the storms leaving. We hit 5-6 foot waves and it was bumpy on some parts. I almost lost my stomach and went to the back of the boat for fresh hair for the last 45 minutes going out. There were a few people who got really sick. Make sure you clean your system out before getting on the boat (ie: get your out) because the two bathrooms are tiny. We were assigned fishing spots (dad got us back of the boat) and had buckets of squid ready to go. Capt would hit his horn, letting you know it was time to drop the line in. You'd pretty much either get something right away or nothing. It didn't take long to get the hang of it: drop to the bottom, reel twice up, keep the line tight, jerk the rod when you feel a nibble, reel up and check rod pressure to ensure you got something. It's a very quick process! One thing you'll notice is the different arm muscles you'll use. I caught the only Grouper for this trip and it certainly tired my wrist out. I literally got a Charlie horse in my wrist and toe after hauling that sucker onboard. It wasn't Red Snapper season (June 1st) but my dad caught 3 huge Red Snappers. We got to keep 10 B-Liners each, and also caught some white snapper. Overall, we hit our limit and caught extra for others on the boat. The helpers did an awesome job! The ride coming back in was pleasant and we sat on top of the boat. It was a fun experience! Make sure to tip the Captain and your helper! Great crew and they got the job done! There is also a fish cleaning place at the dock that'll fillet the fish for you at $.80/lb.

We had the absolute BEST time on our Shell Island dolphin adventure with Captain Jennifer! This…read morewas our second time having her as our captain, and we couldn't have asked for anyone better. She is knowledgeable, friendly, fun, and truly goes above and beyond to make the experience unforgettable.

Absolute amazing time. We saw dolphins and had about 30 mins to swim in the clearest water ive ever…read moreseen before.

I have been bringing my family here for over 10 years and they never disappoint. Their pricing is…read morethe best around and their new location is the best one yet! Staff is friendly and we always have luck finding dolphins. I'd recommend these guys for anyone looking for some good family fun in PCB!

Had a blast , it's an Oasis's, and the kids enjoyed themselves, the music was perfect, we saw so…read moremuch little creatures.definitely will be back

Traveled to Panama City for my cousin's bachelorette and decided to book Lagoon Pontoons for a day…read moreactivity. The booking and check in process was very easy, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. We didn't have the best weather but our driver was in great spirits, engaging and brought us to the sunniest side of the location. Throughout our time he also gave us great suggestions in the area and continued to accommodate any of our requests. They had several floating devices for all of us to use which we took full advantage of. We all had a great time and would definitely recommend to book if you are visiting and looking for a fun activity to do!

Stan was an amazing guide!! Absolutely amazing! He knew all the sites to find and was very…read moreinformative on everything!!

We had the best time!! We did the 4 hour tour and it was lovely. Braxton took us out and we saw…read moresand dollars, urchins, dolphins, a turtle, and even a spotted ray. It was amazing. Can't wait to come back sometime!

It was a beautiful morning! My children and I arrived a little early and Captain Lorraine was…read moreready. During our trip, she told us about the animals that live in the waters and the areas that are protected. It was a fun and educational experience.

We booked this excursion a few weeks out prior to our trip and were excited to be able to go…read moredolphin watching, while enjoying crab island on the boat. It was a beautiful day to be out and about. Check in was easy, we got there about 30 minutes early, which is recommended, so you can sort out where you need to go. They have an outdoor dining area and bar where you can get drinks and snacks, and also you can purchase swimming gear and sunscreen if you forget. All the staff was wonderful, you could tell they were happy to be there, and happy to help the guests out throughout the excursion and when we were docked too. It was a 3 hour boat ride, and I was looking for a 4 hour ride for us, but 3 hours was truly just enough so we can enjoy doing other things for our vacay. If we're back this way, would definitely come back for this crew!

My friends and I were looking to be on the water everyday while we were vacationing in Panama City…read moreBeach. The beach and pool are always a good time, but nothing beats being on the open water so we booked a catamaran ride through Island Time Sailing. We booked a good month in advance and the company was very communicative when we reached out regarding possible bad weather in the area during our trip. Well, the bad weather never came and the day arrived for our sailing. We arrived early as instructed and parking was not an issue. They share a space with The Dock PCB which is a waterfront bar. Island Time has a little booth off to the side where you check in and get your boarding passes. Once checked in, we grabbed some drinks at The Dock and patiently waited to set sail. The area has plenty of seating both covered and out in the sun. The dock is off to the side and I am not sure if it's exclusively for Island Time. We set up shop right by the dock and were first in line to board. If you want a prime seats on the boat, get there early like us. We were greeted by our captain Cristo so brought us on board. There we were introduced to Emma and Emily who made sure everybody had a great time on our trip. They were our bartenders, but they also anchored the boat, helped everyone out in the water and generally made the trip so much more fun. Give those girls a raise! Our trip to Shell Island was nice and smooth. They kept a steady pace and found a great spot to anchor. Once we anchored, we were free to do what we wanted for a few hours. They gave us clear instructions on watching the flags on the boat to know when it was almost time to go as well as when you needed to have your butt back on the boat. They also sound an alarm. There is absolutely no reason why you should miss getting back on board on time. The place we anchored was perfect. The water felt great. It was clean and had great access to a beautiful beach area which we explored a little bit. While we were in the water, a few different food boats came around for things like BBQ, tacos and ice cream. Emma and Emily were checking on us frequently and getting drinks for us when needed. On the ride back, Cristo even had enough wind to set the sail which was cool to see. The whole ride was filled with great music as well. Overall, we had a fantastic time on this excursion. I highly recommend it if you are visiting Panama City Beach. I will definitely come back next time I am in the area.

Get there early!!! They have a demonstration where you can hold an alligator if you so wish. Then…read moreyou drive to a location near the boat. Driver was knowledgeable and polite. I was lucky to see dolphins, ospreys, a large group of pelicans, and a WILD ALLIGATOR. She was so cool!!!!!!! Come here! You'll have fun

Issac is a great tour guide . Learned so much about alligators. This is my second tour with him,…read morecannot go wrong here. Learned other points of interest today. The pre-show is fun .getting the opportunity to hold an alligator, feeling how soft their underbelly is always surprising. They let you take the photos with everyone with your camera no charging $10 to get a photo. Great place. Tip them well, they are deserving!!!

Daniel was awesome! I would highly recommend this excursion. We did an early morning ride in the…read moreheat of summer and had a great time. We traveled with 4 children ages 3 to 11 and they all had fun. The location was very easy to get to from Seagrove Beach.

Great trip with Daniel today! Would definitely recommend for a family outing! He offers water and…read moreGatorades mid ride. Easy to find. Enjoy the beautiful Florida inter coastal from a whole different perspective!