Experience
Crew and office staff are alerted to any possible storms and will discuss the options. You can cancel your cruise at any moment if you're concerned about inclement Weather, but it's best to do so last-minute. The Island Time management should make the decision. Bad weather cancels trips. If this happens, you have the options to cancel, reschedule and get refunded.
One of the most unforgettable experiences in Panama City Beach is our Shell Island Cruises.
Shell Island is a barrier island off Florida's Emerald Coast that has yet to be developed. It extends approximately 7 miles from east-west. It's composed of graceful sand dune, pine hammocks, as well shrub forest. The inland lake houses shorebirds as well as deer. Shell Island is home of many endangered species and coastal wildlife as well as crabs.
Enjoy a relaxing cruise to Shell Island through St. Andrews Bay. It is home of one of the largest resident populations in the world of bottlenose dolphins. This undeveloped barrier island that measures 7 miles in length is a local favorite, and it is one of Florida's most popular beaches. Shell Island's beautiful beaches are a great place to visit dolphins or to collect shells.
Dolphins are wild animals that live in their natural habitat. They are not kept in tanks or in netted areas. Polarized sunglasses are recommended to reduce the glare from the water in order to see wild dolphins better. It is rare to see dolphins.
One of the many activities in Panama City Beach Florida is not to be missed. Shell Island, located just south of Panama City Beach's long stretch of condominiums and resort hotels, offers a breathtaking slice of Florida's coastline to outdoor enthusiasts and beach lovers.
Our Shell Island Cruises will be one of your most memorable experiences while on Panama City Beach.
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).