Shell Island is undeveloped. This means there are no facilities like concession stands, bathrooms, or other man-made amenities. If you would like to bring food or beverages with you, please do so. It is vital to ensure that everything you brought in preserves the natural beauty and integrity of the area.
The waters around St. Andrews State Park are nice for both beginning and experienced kayakers. There is plenty of interesting shoreline to explore as well as good swimming and snorkeling spots. Experienced paddlers may want to make the crossing to Shell Island or even paddle out the pass for some sea kayaking. The easiest and safest way to try kayaking on Shell Island is to arrange a rental package that includes a ride and kayaks available on Shell Island.
Private dolphin tours for 13 people will take place over 2 hours. The captain will reserve the boat exclusively for you and your group. Coast Guard regulations say that the maximum number of passengers is 13. This includes infants and children.
Would you like to go swimming with dolphins or rent a jetski? Parasailing is a great option for your family. Shell Island has all the information you need to plan your vacation. You can also order these items in advance from Shell Island. One of the most popular tourist attractions in Panama City Beach is seeing dolphins on Shell Island. Shell Island Beach Tour offers boat cruises and jet skiing tours to Shell Island. Shell Island is a beautiful spot to snorkel, and a great place for family photos.
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.
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.
The habitats that you'll see on our Shell Island Beach Tour include sand bottom, shallow grass flats, and the rocky faces in the jetties. You will see tropical fish, crabs and rays. If you're lucky, a turtle or one of the resident bottlenose dolphins. You can rent snorkel gear at the Jetty Store or purchase it as part of a package that includes Shuttle tickets for 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.