You are looking for things to do in Panama City Beach Florida. Shell Island and St. Andrews State Park should be on your list. Rent water sports equipment & pontoon boat boats and take our Water Taxi to Shell Island. Or, go on a Dolphin Tour to meet bottlenose dolphins.


Shell Island is a 7-mile long barrier island with a beach that extends to the southern end of St. Andrews State Park. Shell Island is accessible by private boat, or via the Shell Island Water Taxi. This island is a must-see spot for tourists who are looking for pristine beaches.

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Reserving a Panama City boat trip is required. We ask that you reserve yours as soon as possible. Our Panama City boat tours run five times daily. Please contact us to make an appointment. We look forward to meeting you soon!

How long is the boat ride from Panama City Beach to Shell Island


Snorkeling is good around the St. Andrews State Park jetty, and excellent out on Shell Island. Habitats range from sand bottom, to shallow grass flats, to the rocky faces of the jetties. Expect to see tropical fish, crabs, rays, and if you are lucky, a sea turtle or some of the resident bottlenose dolphins. If you don’t have your own gear, snorkel equipment is available for rent at the Jetty Store, or get it as part of a complete package along with Shuttle tickets on a Shell Island Snorkel Tour.

How long is the boat ride from Panama City Beach to Shell Island

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Shell Island Water Taxi is a cost-effective and simple solution. Don't pay $400/day for a pontoon hire, it's too costly. Shell Island Water Taxi will take you out on a shuttle to Shell Island for $25. This will eliminate the hassle of boat rentals or BUI's (Boating under the Influence). (850) 754-2938

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The condos' beach is surrounded by asphalt and other building materials that cause storm runoff in the rain. Shell Island doesn't have this, so the water is more beautiful here than at other beaches. This area could easily pass for the Bahamas. It's breathtaking. Shell Island Water Taxi takes you on a ride to your destination. Enjoy the unique experience that only locals can offer.

How long is the boat ride from Panama City Beach to Shell Island

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There are only two spots on the Gulf Coast that have more beautiful waters than any other. Miramar Beach is in Destin and Shell Island is in Panama City Beach. The Shell Island jetties are home to the most beautiful water. It is even more beautiful than those in front condos. Shell Island is not subject to storm runoff.

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.