Shell Island is pristine and unspoiled land. The island has no buildings, so you get a taste of old Florida and its flora and fauna completely undisturbed. Grab a seat on the Shell Island Water Taxi and spend the day enjoying the natural habitat of a real untouched island.


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 pristine beach experience.

Can you get to Shell Key without a boat

Can you get to Shell Key without a boat


Looking for things to do in Panama City Beach Florida? Shell Island and St. Andrews State Park are must-see attractions. Take our Water Taxi to Shell Island, rent water sports gear & pontoon boats, or meet bottlenose dolphins on a Dolphin Tour.

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Water


The waters around St. Andrews State Park are nice for both beginning and experienced kayakers. There is plenty of interesting shoreline to explore as well as good swimming and snorkeling spots. Experienced paddlers may want to make the crossing to Shell Island or even paddle out the pass for some sea kayaking. The easiest and safest way to try kayaking on Shell Island is to arrange a rental package that includes a ride on the Shell Island Water Taxi and kayaks available on Shell Island.*****KAYAKS ARE NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME******

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Snorkeling is great around the St. Andrews State Park beach, and also on Shell Island. You can find habitats on sand bottoms as well as shallow grass flats and the rock faces of the jetties. There will be tropical fish, crabs or rays. You might also see a few resident bottlenose dolphins.

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Island Dolphin Cruise


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Frequently Asked Questions

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.
 

Shell Island is technically only an island at high tide, and although the land is privately owned, the footpaths across it are open to the public.

Shell Island is seven miles of undeveloped scenery between the Gulf and St. Andrew Bay. At one point, Shell Island was inhabited by Native Americans, Spanish Settlers, and even pirates.