Shell Island is a must-see on any trip to the Gulf Coast of Florida. Adventures at Sea's cruises are unbeatable in Panama City Beach. They offer everything you need, from snorkeling in the shallows to taking in the sights of St. Andrews Bay, to seeing wild dolphins in their natural habitat, and finally finding your own piece of paradise on the beach.
Your Captain Will Instruct You - Your private captain will give you tips on how to interact well with dolphins. Swim with Dolphins. - You'll be able to swim in the ocean before the dolphins arrive. Dolphins are more likely than not to swim away to us if we do this. See wildlife like birds, pelicans as well as underwater creatures such herons and birds-of-prey. Shells, sand dollars, and other treasures can be found in Shell Island. Snorkel the flats of grass and discover St. Andrews Bay.
St. Andrew Bay is home to one of the world’s largest resident populations of bottlenose dolphins, the iconic gray dolphins that most people are familiar with from television, movies, and marine parks. The dolphins of St. Andrew Bay are wild animals but they are accustomed to the presence of people and it is common for boaters on the Bay to find themselves among a group of swimming, feeding, and playing dolphins.
We do everything we can to make sure the Waverunner tour is safe and comfortable for you, including:
Your Captain is Your Guide - Your captain will show you the best way to interact with dolphins. For example, it's better to swim parallel to them than to swim towards them. Swim with Dolphins – We will put you in the water prior to the dolphins arrive. This will make it more likely that the dolphins swim to us rather than to us. You can see wildlife such as birds of prey and pelicans, along with underwater creatures, herons, and even underwater creatures. Shells and sand dollars can be found in the Shell Island area. Explore St. Andrews Bay or the Gulf of Mexico by snorkeling grass flats.
You can get off the boat to explore Shell Island. You can also walk along the island collecting seashells. Shell Island, a nature preserve, is only accessible via boat. Shell island boasts a unique ecosystem with some of most beautiful and unspoiled beaches around the globe.
Book a private boat tour and you can have the boat to yourself for up to six guests. You may also book a group boat tour with other boat guests. All of our tours accommodate 6 guests.
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 Shuttle, the island is a local must-see location for visitors who want the pristine beach experience. Swimming and snorkeling are great.
It's one of the best places in Panama City Beach. Shallow pools can be found with fish and sea life. Plus the clear water in the Gulf is perfect to get out with the family. So bring your snorkeling gear or rent it from a local tour operator.
Shell Island is a local must-see location for Panama City Beach visitors looking for the unspoiled white-sand beach experience. The island offers plenty of beach space and peaceful inshore waters where swimming and snorkeling are great.