Shell Island offers the opportunity to experience Florida's past before it became so popular. Although we love our visitors and are happy to share the Florida experience with them, it has become crowded. Shell Island offers a totally different experience than Panama City Beach, but you must go there to experience it.


Shell Island, a 7-mile-long barrier island and beach in the southern part of St. Andrews State Park, is undeveloped. The island can be reached by private boat or official Shell Island Water Taxi. It is a must-see for anyone who wants to enjoy a beautiful beach experience. There are many great options for snorkeling and swimming. You can explore the natural habitats of rare Florida wildlife and plants by hiking inland.

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If you don’t own snorkel equipment, it is possible to rent it at Shell Island Water Taxi’s departure point in St Andrews.

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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.

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Shell Island Water Taxi is available to assist you at 850-754-29938. Or, drop by 1101 Bayview Avenue Panama City FL 32241 to book your trip.

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The beach at the condos are surrounded by asphalt and building materials that create a brownish storm runoff during the rain. Shell Island has none of that, so the water stays more beautiful than at any other beaches. Many days of the season and throughout the year, this area could easily be mistaken for the Bahamas. It’s that gorgeous. Grab a ride with Shell Island Water Taxi and head on down to get your piece of the pie and enjoy what only the locals know about.

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Enjoy Shell Island's beautiful Pontoon Boat Rentals with your family or friends.

Frequently Asked Questions

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. As the official Island Taxi, the Shell Island Water Taxi has been ferrying guests between the mainland and Shell Island for many years.

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 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.

In Panama City Beach, Shell Island is a great spot to encounter wild dolphin pods. Shell Island is 7 miles of incredible beach bliss located across the water from Saint Andrew's Park. This natural wonder is one of your best bets for finding and swimming with dolphins in Panama City Beach.