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ABOUT THE GRAND-MÉRE

Previously the Ashley Gorman the Grand-Mére was acquired in 2020 by Royal American Hospitality (RAH).

RAH restored, redesigned and renamed the boat to honor the matriarch of the Chapman family , Jeannette Chapman.

The Grand-Mére is a 131-passenger boat complete with full bar and snacks available for purchase.

The Grand-Mére offers a Shell Island Cruise & Dolphin Watch and a Sunset Dolphin Cruise . Both cruises explore the St. Andrews Bay with narrated sightseeing from the Captain. 

Grand-Mére in the bay

Located at Papa Joe's Bayside

Grand-mére shell island tours.

Phone: 850-785-4878

Email:  Grand-Mére Tours

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Ashley Gorman Shell Island Cruises

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Had a fun day on the Ashley Gorman. This trip takes you through the bay around the jetty rocks to look for dolphins. The boat docks at a more private pier on shell island. We had 1 hour to swim and sn...

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A great afternoon cruise

We spent the afternoon on a short cruise. The captain was informative of the area. We went through the bay and over to Shell Island...that stay was an hour. Definitely not enough time...especially whe...

Angela T

Saw lots of dolphins!

The short version: ride was fine, saw lots of dolphins, captain talked about landmarks and history on the way out, quiet on the way back, lunch is a cheap hotdog, small chips, small fountain drink. V...

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  1. Shell Island Cruises - Sunset Cruises - Grand-Mére Cruises

    Cruise into Shell Island in search of dolphins aboard the Grand-Mére. Chase the sunset during a cruise through St. Andrews Bay.

  2. Ashley Gorman Shell Island Cruises - All You Need to Know ...

    Step aboard the Ashley Gorman for the best Shell Island Cruise. Located at the foot of the bridge before crossing onto the beach side of Panama City, the Ashley Gorman offers an unforgettable cruise with views of birds, dolphins and a free lunch to boot!

  3. About the Boat - Shell Island Cruises

    Previously the Ashley Gorman the Grand-Mére was acquired in 2020 by Royal American Hospitality (RAH). RAH restored, redesigned and renamed the boat to honor the matriarch of the Chapman family, Jeannette Chapman.

  4. Ashley Gorman Shell Island Cruises - All You Need to Know ...

    Had a fun day on the Ashley Gorman. This trip takes you through the bay around the jetty rocks to look for dolphins. The boat docks at a more private pier on shell island.

  5. The Best Shell Island Cruise - Review of Ashley Gorman Shell ...

    Located at the foot of the bridge before crossing onto the beach side of Panama City, the Ashley Gorman offers an unforgettable cruise with views of birds, dolphins and a free lunch to boot! For the sun-seekers, climb up on top of this sailing vessel and soak in the rays on your trip to Shell Island and back.

  6. Ashley Gorman Shell Island Cruises - Tripadvisor

    Had a fun day on the Ashley Gorman. This trip takes you through the bay around the jetty rocks to look for dolphins. The boat docks at a more private pier on shell island.

  7. Ashley Gorman Shell Island Cruises - All You ... - Tripadvisor

    Had a fun day on the Ashley Gorman. This trip takes you through the bay around the jetty rocks to look for dolphins. The boat docks at a more private pier on shell island.

  8. Average - Ashley Gorman Shell Island Cruises - Tripadvisor

    Ashley Gorman Shell Island Cruises: Average - See 31 traveler reviews, 14 candid photos, and great deals for Panama City, FL, at Tripadvisor.

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