The Park is located along miles and miles of sugar-sand coastline which has been consistently voted America's most beautiful beach. St. Andrews State Park spans 1200 acres. The park offers boating, camping and swimming, as well as watersports and fishing. Bird/wildlife viewing is also available.
Our Shell Island Beach Tour is a wonderful, unique way for you to see Shell Island and the Sunset. You will be accompanied by a knowledgeable captain guide on an unforgettable adventure. You can choose from pontoon boats for family fun and cruising, or Boston Whalers for fishing. Half-day and full-day rentals are available. Shell Island Beach Tour, Panama City Beach's best spot for boat rentals and dolphin tours. You will find everything you need for a family vacation.
Renting your own pontoon boat is a great way to enjoy a Shell Island beach day. Safe, stable, spacious, and easy to operate, a pontoon boat is ideal for a family or a group of friends looking for adventure on the water and the perfect way to visit Shell Island. You can cruise the clear blue waters of St. Andrew Bay and play on the sugar-white sands of Shell Island with your own private pleasure craft.
Shell Island is an undeveloped 7-mile long barrier island and beach that makes up the southern reach of St. Andrews State Park. Accessed via private boat or the official Shell Island Shuttle, the island is a local must-see location for visitors who want the pristine beach experience. Swimming and snorkeling are great. Hiking inland on the island offers the opportunity to explore rare Florida coastal plant, bird, and wildlife communities in their natural condition.
Our 2 hours private dolphin tour for the 6 passenger boat will reserve the boat for just your family or group and the captain. Coast Guard regulations state the maximum passengers allowed is 6, including infants and children.
For only 13 passengers, the private dolphin tour lasts 2 hours. Captain will reserve the boat to your group or for you. Coast Guard regulations limit the number of passengers to 13, which includes infants and small children.
The Park is located on miles of sugar-sand coastline and is consistently rated America’s best beach. St. Andrews State Park encompasses 1200 acres. There are boating, camping, swimming, watersports, fishing and bird/wildlife observation.
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.