Shell Island is only accessible by boat. The Shell Island Ferry makes it easy, safest and fastest to get there. The official Shell Island Ferry service for St. Andrews State Park has been operating for many years.


Shell Island Water Taxi provides a solution for you that is cheap and easy. Forget renting a $400/day pontoon rental, that’s too expensive and too much trouble. Hop on a shuttle out to Shell Island with Shell Island Water Taxi for $25 and leave the hassle of boat rentals and BUI’s behind (Boating Under The Influence). (850) 754-2938

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Shell Island is a barrier island that stretches 7 miles long and a beach that forms the southern portion of St. Andrews State Park. Visitors who desire a beautiful beach experience can access the island by boat or via the Shell Island Water Taxi.

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Shell Island Water Taxi has a solution that's both affordable and simple for you. It's not worth renting a pontoon for $400/day. Shell Island Water Taxi provides a $25 shuttle that takes you to Shell Island. It will leave behind all the hassles associated with boat rentals and BUIs. (850) 754-2938

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To book your trip to Shell Island, you can call Shell Island Water Taxi at (850)-754-29938 or stop by 1101 Bayview Avenue in Panama City, FL 32401.

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Shell Island is a popular spot for locals to relax and enjoy a drink while they soak in the beautiful waters. To get to Shell Island, you will need a boat.

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Can you dock at Shell Island


It is great to go snorkeling or swimming. Walking inland on the island allows you to see rare Florida birds, plants, and wildlife in their natural state.

Frequently Asked Questions

St Andrews is one of our favorite state parks. I hope you enjoy! over a year ago. Yes you can kayak from the park to Shell Island however it is a little bit of distance and across a boating channel.

Shell Island can only be accessed by boat, and the Shell Island Water Taxi is the easiest, safest, and quickest way for visitors to reach Shell Island.

Snorkeling is safe and easy for people of all ages. One of the best things about Shell Island is that the calm shallow water behind the jetty is the perfect place for first-time snorkelers to try the sport.

Shell Island is an undeveloped barrier island between St. Andrew Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. The area stretching out for 7 miles with no hotels, no restaurants, no food stalls, no trash cans, no picnic tables, no buildings. It's natural beauty for as far as you can see.