Shell Island Tour Panama City Fl
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This is only a small overview of the many recreational options available at Shell Island. Check out our website for more information. We have lots of pictures. Visit our Shell Island Web Cam to view the park in real time while you plan your vacation. For more information or to book your trip, call us at +1(850), 7567537.
Shell Island is only one part of this tour. As we make our way to the island, You will often see wild schools or dolphins as you cross the island. Another option is to make Shell Island a stop on your charter fishing trip.
These are wild animals in their natural habitat doing what they want to do. Our encounters observe them on their terms and depend on what they are doing and their mood. Encounters happen pretty often; however, there is no way that we can guarantee it. We are bound by the laws of The Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 and subsequent amendments, in addition to the laws of the State of Florida. We are not allowed to feed or harass dolphins, so we don’t and are very strict about that. Thank you for understanding.
After spending approximately an hour at Shell Island's Marina, we'll embark on a leisurely sailboat cruise to the Gulf of Mexico to search for wild dolphins. (Please refer to the disclaimer regarding dolphins below). Although we wish the conditions were perfect, it is not often that dolphins will not be seen. The itinerary is designed to ensure your safety and enjoyment. Enjoy the cruise back to Panama City Beach. There is upbeat music and dancing.
The St. Andrews State Park Campground Camp Store offers beach bike rentals. You can ride around the park loops and along the park roads, as well as the 2-mile paved bike path that runs through the park. This is a great place to spot deer and other wildlife in the park. Two short, easy trails allow for close inspection of the coastal scrub habitats and native pine forest.
Dolphins live in the wild in their natural environment. They are not kept in tanks and they do not have to be kept in a cage. You should wear polarized sunglasses in order to avoid the harsh glare of the water and better appreciate the beauty of wild dolphins. It is extremely rare for us not to see the dolphins.
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).