It is possible to snorkel at the St. Andrews State Park Pier, or out on Shell Island. You will find habitats from the sandy bottom to the shallow grass flats to rocky faces of jetties. Expect to see tropical fishes, crabs, rays and, in some cases, a sea turtle.


Shell Island is a great spot to visit for Panama City Beach locals looking for unspoiled white sandy beaches. The island is home to a lot of beautiful beaches and calm inshore waters which are perfect for swimming and snorkeling. Many colorful sea turtles, dolphins and tropical fish can be found around the island's waters. Shell Island offers a chance to discover rare species of birds, coastal plants and wildlife communities by hiking its interior.

Do you get wet on a dolphin cruise

Do you get wet on a dolphin cruise


Shell Island is a barrier island that stretches 7 miles long and a beach that forms the southern portion of St. Andrews State Park. Visitors who desire a beautiful beach experience can access the island by boat or via the Shell Island Water Taxi.

Shell Island Water Taxi Andrews Park


Shell Island, a popular spot for snorkeling in Panama City Beach is the best. Start your adventure with Shell Island Water Taxi.

Shell Island Water Taxi Andrews Park

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Our Panama City boat tour requires reservations. Please reserve yours today. Our Panama City boat tours operate five days a day. To book an appointment, please email us. We look forward to seeing you!

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

Shell Island Water Taxi Andrews Park

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Looking for things to do in Panama City Beach? Take our Shuttle over to Shell Island, rent a pontoon boat, or even take a dolphin tour.

Frequently Asked Questions

The waters around Shell Island are home to a large group of bottlenose dolphins. You can encounter these amazing marine mammals at home in their natural habitat on one of our Panama City Beach Dolphin Tours.

Shell Island has a fascinating amount of local wildlife including dolphins, loggerhead turtles, green sea turtles, ghost crabs, beach mice, nine-banded armadillos, alligators that live in the lake on the island, marsh rabbits, racoons and more

Shell Island is a nature preserve with no restrooms or any other visitor facilities such as trash receptacles, picnic tables, or shade pavilions. There is no trash removal service. Island visitors are asked to be responsible and take everything they bring to the Island with them when they leave.

St Andrews is one of our favorite state parks. I hope you enjoy! over a year ago. Yes you can kayak from the park to Shell Island however it is a little bit of distance and across a boating channel.