The scenic and fun ride over to Shell Island only takes a few moments. Passengers will be dropped off at the tranquil cove behind Shell Island Ferry.
Shell Island can only easily be reached by boat. Shell Island Ferry was established in 1997 as the official Island Ferry. It has been ferrying guests from the mainland to Shell Island for many, many years.
The Ferry ride is always possible to spot dolphins, and snorkeling around Shell Island may bring you closer to them. We do not offer dolphin encounters because these dolphins are wild and in their natural habitat. Check out our Panama City Beach dolphin tours for a great chance to see dolphins.
Groups of 20 or more are eligible for a 20% discount on each ticket at Shell Island Ferry when they pay in a group.
Shell Island Ferry offers 20% discount for groups of 20 and more when you purchase as a whole group.
Enjoy a wonderful day on Shell Island Ferry. Online bookings are available for Ferry tickets. Or you can visit Shell Island Ferry at Shell Island Ferry, 313 Brynn Ct,Panama City Beach, FL 32408. The Ferry also offers water-sports packages, such as snorkeling equipment or kayak rentals. Give us a call at
Shell Island cannot be reached by water. Visitors must travel by boat to reach it. Shell Island Ferry is the simplest, most reliable, and fastest way to get there. The Shell Island Ferry serves as the official Shell Island Ferry provider of St. Andrews State Park. Since many years, it has been ferrying visitors between Shell Island Marina and St. Andrews State Park Marina.
Go Where the Dolphins are
Shell Island is 7 miles of incredible beach bliss located across the water from Saint Andrew's Park. This natural wonder is one of your best bets for finding and swimming with dolphins in Panama City Beach.
Shell Island is a nature preserve with no restrooms or any other visitor facilities such as trash receptacles, picnic tables, or shade pavilions. There is no trash removal service. Island visitors are asked to be responsible and take everything they bring to the Island with them when they leave.
There is no limit to the activities you can experience at or on Shell Island! You can swim, snorkel, paddleboard, go kayaking, sunbathe, hunt seashells, go hiking, have a picnic, and more!