Shell Island in Panama City Bay represents the most stunning part of Florida, outside of the theme parks. For generations, visitors have drawn to Florida because of its beauty. It's beautiful, wild and unspoiled. Shell Island is an undeveloped barrier Island off Panama City Beach. It spans approximately 7 mi from east to west. It is known for its sand beaches, its scrub forests, pine hammocks, beautiful inland lakes, and its beautiful sand dunes. The island has many ecosystems that support many types of wildlife, including deer and nesting shorebirds. Ghost crabs are also common. There is also a wide range of endangered species, including green and the loggerhead turtles.
The Park is located along miles upon miles of sugar-sand coastline. It is regularly rated America's top beach. St. Andrews State Park extends over 1200 acres. It offers boating/camping, swimming and other watersports as well bird/wildlife monitoring and hiking.
Our Shell Island Beach Tour provides a wonderful and unique way to see Shell Island. Your knowledgeable captain guide will take the group on an unforgettable adventure. We have pontoons that are great fun for cruising or family fun. Or Boston Whalers that can be used for fishing. Both full and half day rentals are possible. Shell Island Beach Tour has the best pontoon boat rentals, and dolphin tours in Panama City Beach. Here, you will find everything that your family needs for a vacation.
You and your group will see stunning scenery and wildlife on our Shell Island tour. You will have the opportunity to stop and collect shells or relax on a beach. Or just enjoy being in an area where humans have yet to develop it. Shell Island Beach Tour's guides can help you find whatever you want to see on your Shell Island tour. They're all familiar with Panama City Beach and the areas everyone loves to visit.
Shell Island, an undeveloped barrier island and beach stretching 7 miles along the southern coast of St. Andrews State Park is Shell Island. Accessible by boat or official Shell Island Shuttle, this island is a must-see spot for tourists who seek pristine beaches. Great for swimming and snorkeling. It is possible to hike inland and see the rare Florida coast bird, bird, or wildlife communities.
Enjoy 2-hour tours of Shell Island to see the Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins and take 2-hour tours around the island. Parasailing allows you to see the Emerald Waters as well as the White Sand Beaches on Shell Island.
Habitats you will see in our Shell Island Beach Tour range from sand bottom, to shallow grass flats, to the rocky faces of the jetties. Expect to see tropical fish, crabs, rays, and if you are lucky, a sea turtle or some of the resident bottle nose dolphins. If you don’t have your own gear, snorkel equipment is available for rent at the Jetty Store, or get it as part of a complete package along with Shuttle tickets on a Shell Island Beach Tour.
It's one of the best places in Panama City Beach. Shallow pools can be found with fish and sea life. Plus the clear water in the Gulf is perfect to get out with the family. So bring your snorkeling gear or rent it from a local tour operator.
How long can I stay on Shell Island? There is no time limit on your stay, but you must catch the last Shuttle off the Island at the end of the day.
Agree with above, go around 11 a.m., to get the best of daytime sun, because April has some fairly cool days. over a year ago. I'd plan for late morning/early afternoon. There's no shade so if it is really warm you don't want to be there at the absolute hottest part of the day.