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Among the many things to do in Panama City Beach Florida, there is one standout that should not be missed. At the far south end of the long stretch of resort hotels and condominiums lining the white sands of Panama City Beach, Shell Island which is located across from St. Andrews State Park offers a surprisingly pristine slice of Florida coastline to beach lovers and outdoor adventurers.


The Panama City Beach adventure catamaran sail takes approximately three hours. A short sailing cruise through St. Andrews Bay will take you to the best spots on Shell Island, depending on the conditions for seeing dolphins and other sea life. The "Island Time", a large, stable sailing catamaran, will anchor in approximately 5 feet of water. You can snorkel around Shell Island or search for seashells, or simply relax in the calm waters. You can try our stand-up paddleboards, or take a spin on our water slide.

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We are passionate about our dolphins and want their health to be preserved for future generations. We hope they are as excited to see our family as we are to be there! Unfortunately, this would mean they are being fed by boat people, which is illegal and ultimately dangerous for dolphins.

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Shell Island Snorkeling, aboard the Island Time, has been a Panama City Beach favorite, since 1999. That’s why we’re rated as the top Things to Do, by TripAdvisor, for St. Andrews State Park tours and trips to Shell Island.

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The beauty and natural beauty of Shell Island is the perfect finishing touch to your Panama City Beach vacation. Call us today to make your vacation unforgettable.

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A Panama City Beach vacation doesn't end when you visit Shell Island. We can help you make your vacation unforgettable. Contact us today!

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This is a short overview of the recreational opportunities at Shell Island. It is one of Panama City Beach’s most well-known attractions. You can visit our website to find more detailed information, as well as many pictures. Take a look at the Shell Island Web Cam as we show you the park's beauty while you plan your trip. You can also call us at (+1(850)756 7537) or drop by (405 Cliftonia Cir),Panama City Beach FL 32408 for more information and to book your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions

The waters around Shell Island are home to a large group of bottlenose dolphins. You can encounter these amazing marine mammals at home in their natural habitat on one of our Panama City Beach Dolphin Tours.

Once you get there it is all worth it, as it is the most beautiful water I've ever seen. It is like you are swimming in a pool. It is so crystal clear. We didn't know what to expect so we went planning to spend a few hours on the island. Come expecting to spend all day!

Shell Island has a fascinating amount of local wildlife including dolphins, loggerhead turtles, green sea turtles, ghost crabs, beach mice, nine-banded armadillos, alligators that live in the lake on the island, marsh rabbits, racoons and more.

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.