It is possible to snorkel at the St. Andrews State Park Pier, or out on Shell Island. You will find habitats from the sandy bottom to the shallow grass flats to rocky faces of jetties. The habitats include tropical fish, crabs, turtles, rays, and, if lucky enough, a few bottlenose dolphins or a sea turtle. Snorkel gear can be rented at the Jetty Store. You may also purchase it in a complete package with shuttle tickets on a Shell Island Snorkel Tour.


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 Water Taxi, the island is a local must-see location for visitors who want the pristine beach experience.

Is Shell Island actually an island

Is Shell Island actually an island


Pick up and drop off is approximately 2.2 miles from the State Park docks. It will take approximately 15 minutes to get to our dock on the island.

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The Shell Island Water Taxi is the easiest, safest, and fastest way to get to Shell Island. Book now and save time on the day!

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The Shell Island Water Taxi offers the fastest, most convenient, and safest way to reach Shell Island. The Shuttle connects you to Shell Island Snorkel Tours and snorkel gear rentals. You also have access to Shuttle ticket packages and kayak rental. Panama City Beach dolphin tours are also available.

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The Shell Island Water Taxi offers the most convenient, fastest and safest way to get Shell Island. The Shell Island Water Taxi connects you to snorkel gear rentals, Shell Island Snorkel Tours or Panama City Beach dolphin tour.

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St. Andrews State Park's waters are great for experienced and beginning kayakers. There are plenty of great spots for swimming and snorkeling, along with an interesting shoreline. Paddlers who are experienced may wish to make the crossing from Shell Island. It is best to rent a boat and kayaks to explore Shell Island. *****KAYAKS DO NOT AVAILABLE TODAY ******

Frequently Asked Questions

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 with this so we went planning to spend a few hours on the island. Come expecting to spend all day!

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.

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 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.