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You can't make your Panama City Beach vacation complete without seeing Shell Island's natural beauty. Book your trip with us today and make it memorable.
We love our dolphins and want them all to prosper for future generations. We wish they were as excited as we to see them. Unfortunately, they would be fed by people on boats which is illegal, and ultimately, dangerous, for the dolphins.
A relaxing cruise through St. Andrews Bay to Shell Island is a great way to have fun and relax. This barrier island, which is undeveloped and stretches 7 miles long, is a favorite among locals and one of the most beautiful beaches in Florida. Shell Island is a beautiful place to walk, see dolphins and collect shells.
On the Shell Island Cruise Seafari Boat Tour, you will experience the Historic Grand Lagoon. Look out for wildlife and aquatic wonders as well as seashells. Shell Island is a great place to relax, swim, shell, picnic or just enjoy the island. Book your Shell Island Cruise Seafari Boat Tour Today to make unforgettable memories!
We had a wonderful time on the catamaran looking out for dolphins, snorkeling and paddle-boarding. Staff was excellent! We also saw a lot of stingrays and dolphins. Although there weren't many fish to snorkel, it was still quite fun.
Book your shell island vacation today. Best excursion on panama city beach Florida So, you've been on parasailing trips and tried banana boat rides. You've also rented jetskis. And you've enjoyed relaxing in the sun while the waves crash into the shore. So, you have seen everything.
St. Andrews State Park Campground Camp Store can rent beach bikes. You can also ride on the 2-mile-long paved bike trail that runs through the park. It's an excellent way to see deer as well as other park wildlife. There are also two short and easy hiking trails through the Park, which allow you to see coastal scrub habitats and native pine forests.
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 so we went planning to spend a few hours on the island. Come expecting to spend all day!
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!
Though the area boasts an average of 320 days of sunshine per year, late spring, summer and early fall offer some of the warmest air and water temperatures. Plus, by avoiding a visit in March or April, you'll dodge the deluge of college students who descend on the area's ivory sands every year for spring break.
This island is not as secluded as you see on the pictures and we couldn't find any of the cool shells either. (I understand that it's nature and can't be controlled).