For both novice and expert kayakers, the waters around St. Andrews State Park offer a great place to start. There are plenty of great swimming and snorkeling spots, along with an interesting shoreline. Experiential paddlers might consider crossing to Shell Island, or paddling out to the pass for sea kayaking. Renting a boat and kayaks is the safest and easiest way to kayak on Shell Island.
Shell Island, with its sparkling-clear waters and sugar-white sandy beaches, is a rare chance for visitors to have a relaxing beach experience. Shell Island is seven miles in length and located between St. Andrew Bay (the gulf) and the coast. The island is accessible but well-preserved and home to a variety of wildlife. Shell Island is the perfect spot for an activity-packed beach vacation.
Shell Island is not yet developed. You won't find trash cans, restrooms or concession stands at Shell Island. Make sure you have everything you need and pack it all with you. This will help to reduce littering and prevent water pollution in this picturesque oasis.
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.
Take your group on a Shell Island tour. You'll be surrounded by wildlife and stunning scenery. There are many options for you to relax on the beach, collect shells and just be there, enjoying the beauty of an environment where humans haven’t yet developed. Shell Island Beach Tour can help you find the places you're looking for on Shell Island. They are all local to Panama City Beach. They know where everyone wants to go and what areas they prefer.
Shell Island's undeveloped nature means that there aren't any facilities such as concession stands, restrooms or other manmade amenities. If you need food or drinks, you will need them to bring them along. It's vital that you return any food or beverages you brought in to preserve the natural beauty surrounding the area.
Our Shell Island Beach Tour will take you to a variety of habitats. These include sandy bottoms, shallow grass flats and the rock faces of the jetties. There will be tropical fish, crabs, and rays. You might even see a sea turtle, or some of the bottle nose dolphins. Rent snorkel equipment at the Jetty Store. Or get it as part a complete package 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.