Shell Island Snorkeling, aboard the Island Time, has been a Panama City Beach favorite, since 1999. That’s why we’re rated as the top Things to Do, by TripAdvisor, for St. Andrews State Park tours and trips to Shell Island.


Enjoy a relaxing and fun-filled cruise through St. Andrews Bay, home to one of the world’s largest resident populations of bottlenose dolphins, to Shell Island. This undeveloped 7-mile barrier island is a local favorite and is one of the best beaches in Florida. See dolphins, collect shells, and walk the beautiful beaches of Shell Island.

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After an hour at Shell Island we will sail out to the Gulf of Mexico for wild dolphins. Please read the following disclaimer about dolphins. Although we always hope for the best, and it's not common to not see dolphins in the wild, the itinerary will be adjusted to suit the weather and other conditions. The return cruise to the dock is an exciting sailing party at Panama City Beach, complete with dancing, music and games.

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We love our dolphins. We want them to flourish so that future generations can enjoy their beauty. We hope that they will be as excited about seeing us as are we! Unfortunately, that would mean they were being fed by people from boats. This is illegal and dangerous for the dolphins.

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We had a wonderful time on the catamaran looking out for dolphins, snorkeling and paddle-boarding. Staff was excellent! We also saw a lot of stingrays and dolphins. Although there weren't many fish to snorkel, it was still quite fun.

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The Shell Island Cruise Seafari Boat Tour takes you to the Historic Grand Lagoon. You will see a variety wildlife, seashells, and aquatic wonders. You can explore Shell Island by swimming, going shelling, picnicking, or simply relaxing and enjoying the beauty of this island. Make memories that will last a lifetime by booking your Shell Island Cruise Seafari Boat Tour!

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The Park is located along miles and miles of sugar-sand coastline which has been consistently rated America's most beautiful beach. St. Andrews State Park spans 1200 acres. It offers boating, camping and swimming as well as watersports and fishing. Shell Island Cruises is located in Panama City Beach at 405 Cliftonia Cir. FL 32408.

Frequently Asked Questions

Snorkeling is safe and easy for people of all ages. One of the best things about Shell Island is that the calm shallow water behind the jetty is the perfect place for first-time snorkelers to try the sport.
 

Once you get there it is all worth it, as it is the most beautiful water I've ever seen. It is like you are swimming in a pool. It is so crystal clear. We didn't know what to expect so we went planning to spend a few hours on the island. Come expecting to spend all day!

There is still an amazingly pristine, uninhabited island just waiting to be explored. Shell Island is a barrier island, a 7-mile stretch of undeveloped land nestled between the Gulf of Mexico and St. Andrews

Though the area boasts an average of 320 days of sunshine per year, late spring, summer and early fall offer some of the warmest air and water temperatures. Plus, by avoiding a visit in March or April, you'll dodge the deluge of college students who descend on the area's ivory sands every year for spring break.