Check out our photos section for more information about wildlife that we have seen. These pictures were taken on our actual tours. You may see turtles, sharks, starfish, starfish, and other seabird species.



Shell Island is a beautiful place that has attracted boaters, visitors, and many others for years. Actually, this county has been around since the 1800s. The island itself measures 7 miles long, and the water is full of life. As you go on your Dolphin Tour you'll see many seashells in the sugary white beaches. Panama City Beach is a unique place that you should visit when on your next family vacation.

Pontoon Boats


What should we bring? We have almost everything you will need on board, but you can bring anything you would like to. We recommend bringing a towel, polarized sunglasses, and a sweater or jacket. It is always cooler on the water than it is on land because of the breeze and the open air boat. You are also welcome to bring and snacks or drinks with you! BYOB allowed.

Pontoon Boats
How long is Shell Island

How long is Shell Island



Your tour will begin with Shell Island. Our guides will show you its beauty. This undeveloped paradise extends 7 miles from the Gulf of Mexico to St. Andrews Bay. This is Florida at it's most natural, far removed from the resorts and theme parks. Shell Island is home of endangered species such loggerhead sea Turtles and piping plovers. The island is well-known for the beautiful shells that can be found on its beaches.

Beach Near Me With Seashells



Our Dolphin and Snorkeling Tours usually start by looking for wildlife. Our local Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins can usually be found. Our guides and captains are natives and have extensive knowledge about the dolphin behaviors at Panama City Beach.

Bottlenose Dolphin

Bottlenose Dolphin



Whether you know exactly what you want to see and do, or just know you want a day out on the open water, the guides at Adventures at Sea can help you explore the gorgeous ocean that surrounds Panama City Beach. Each tour is approximately two hours long. Book online today and reserve what is sure to be the most beautiful and exciting part of your Florida Gulf vacation.

Is Shell Island worth the trip


We encourage it. You can travel solo or with your partner and enjoy a quiet moment in paradise. Or you can cruise with your family and search for souvenir seashells or sand dollars.

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.

Shell Island is a local must-see location for Panama City Beach visitors looking for the unspoiled white-sand beach experience. The island offers plenty of beach space and peaceful inshore waters where swimming and snorkeling are great.