Shell Island is home for a large population of bottlenose Dolphins. These amazing marine mammals can be seen in their natural habitat during one of our Shell Island Dolphin Tours.



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Join us on a fun boat trip to see bottlenose dolphins. Call (850-742-2967 to reserve your place on one of our Shell Island Dolphin Tours.

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Can you take a trailer tent to Shell Island

Can you take a trailer tent to Shell Island



St. Andrew Bay hosts one of world's largest resident populations (the iconic gray dolphins) of bottlenose dolphins. This is the area most people are most familiar with from movies, television and marine parks. The dolphins at St. Andrew Bay may be wild animals, but they are used the human presence. Boaters are often found in groups of dolphin-feeding, playing and swimming dolphins.

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Our guides will show the beauty of Shell Island to you as you begin your tour. This 7-mile stretch of undeveloped paradise lies east to west between St. Andrews Bay, the Gulf of Mexico, and Shell Island. This is Florida, at its most natural and far from the resorts. Shell Island is the home to endangered species like the loggerhead sea turtles, piping plovers, and is famous for the many beautiful shells you will find on its beaches.

Charters To Shell Island Panama City Beach

Charters To Shell Island Panama City Beach





The number of passengers on our Shell Island Dolphin Tours is limited to six. Our guests can explore St. Andrew Bay comfortably, have a good conversation with their tour captain and see the dolphins up close. Your captain will bring the tour boat as close as possible to the dolphins, while being respectful and cautious to avoid causing them stress.

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There is almost everything that you need, but you are free to bring whatever you want. For any emergency, you should bring a towel and polarized sunglasses. The breeze and open-air boat make it cooler than on land. Snacks and drinks are welcome.

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.

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.