It will be a memorable experience that you'll never forget when you get to see the Atlantic Bottle Nose Dolphins up close. Shell Island is home to dolphins. You can also see them and take a stroll along the white sandy beaches and clear Emerald waters.
Shell Island, with its sparkling-clear waters and sugar-white sandy beaches, is a rare chance for visitors to have a relaxing beach experience. Shell Island is seven miles in length and located between St. Andrew Bay (the gulf) and the coast. The island is accessible but well-preserved and home to a variety of wildlife. Shell Island is the perfect spot for an activity-packed beach vacation.
The habitats that you'll see on our Shell Island Beach Tour include sand bottom, shallow grass flats, and the rocky faces in the jetties. You will see tropical fish, crabs and rays. If you're lucky, a turtle or one of the resident bottlenose dolphins. You can rent snorkel gear at the Jetty Store or purchase it as part of a package that includes Shuttle tickets for a Shell Island Beach Tour.
Shell Island's undeveloped nature means that there aren't any facilities such as concession stands, restrooms or other manmade amenities. If you need food or drinks, you will need them to bring them along. It's vital that you return any food or beverages you brought in to preserve the natural beauty surrounding the area.
We will take you and your group to Shell Island for wildlife viewing, stunning scenery, and breathtaking views. There will be opportunities for you to collect shells, relax on a private beach or simply enjoy the natural beauty of a place where humans have not yet developed it. The Shell Island Beach Tour guides will show you where to find what you are looking for when you visit Shell Island. All of them are locals to Panama City Beach and know the best places to visit, as well the less-known areas that are almost exclusive.
Shell Island is an island barrier off Florida's Emerald Coast. It runs about 7 miles from west to east. It is composed gracefully of sand and pine hammocks as well as shrub forest. It is home to both shorebirds, and deer. Shell Island is home for a variety crabs, endangered species and coastal wildlife because it has a protected shore.
Private dolphin tours for 13 people will take place over 2 hours. The captain will reserve the boat exclusively for you and your group. Coast Guard regulations say that the maximum number of passengers is 13. This includes infants and children.
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.
How long can I stay on Shell Island? There is no time limit on your stay, but you must catch the last Shuttle off the Island at the end of the day.
Agree with above, go around 11 a.m., to get the best of daytime sun, because April has some fairly cool days. over a year ago. I'd plan for late morning/early afternoon. There's no shade so if it is really warm you don't want to be there at the absolute hottest part of the day.