Things to do in Panama City Beach
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.
Shell Island & the Shell Island Water Taxi is now departing from 1101 Bayview Avenue, Panama City, FL 32401
(850)-754-2938
Among the many things to do in Panama City Beach Florida, there is one standout that should not be missed. At the far south end of the long stretch of resort hotels and condominiums lining the white sands of Panama City Beach, Shell Island which is located across from St. Andrews State Park offers a surprisingly pristine slice of Florida coastline to beach lovers and outdoor adventurers.
The Park is situated along miles of sugar-sand coastline that is consistently rated as America’s best beach. St. Andrews State Park covers 1200 acres and offers boating, camping, swimming and watersports, fishing, hiking, and bird/wildlife watching. The Shell Island Water Taxi, located at 1101 Bayview Avenue, Panama City, FL 32401 is the official water transport service to one of the star attractions in Panama City Beach: Shell Island.
The Shell Island Water Taxi is the safest, quickest, and easiest way to reach Shell Island. The Shell Island Shuttle is also your connection to snorkel gear rentals and Shell Island Snorkel Tours, Panama City Beach dolphin tours, and more.
Shell Island Day Trips
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. Hiking inland on the island offers the opportunity to explore rare Florida coastal plant, bird, and wildlife communities in their natural condition.
Shell Island Snorkeling
Snorkeling is good around the St. Andrews State Park jetty, and excellent out on Shell Island. Habitats range from sand bottom, to shallow grass flats, to the rocky faces of the jetties. Expect to see tropical fish, crabs, rays, and if you are lucky, a sea turtle or some of the resident bottle nose dolphins.
If you don’t have your own gear, snorkel equipment is available for rent at the Shell Island Water Taxi departure point in St Andrews, or get it as part of a complete package along with Shuttle tickets online, or by calling Shell Island Water Taxi to book your trip @ (850) 754-2938.
Enjoy Great Shell Island Recreation for Cheap With Shell Island Water Taxi
This is just a brief overview of some of the many recreational opportunities available at one of the most popular attractions in Panama City Beach: Shell Island. For more detailed information and plenty of pictures, explore our website.
You can also give us a call at Shell Island Water Taxi (850)-754-2938 or drop by 1101 Bayview Avenue, Panama City, FL 32401 to book your trip to shell island with Shell Island Water Taxi.
Things To Do On Shell Island
Looking for things to do in Panama City Beach? Take the Water Taxi over to Shell Island and; Shell Island: Escape the crowds, Shell Island: Experience uncrowded beach, Shell Island: Experience the most beautiful water on the Gulf Coast, Shell Island: See nature in it’s natural form, Shell Island: Hang with the locals and have a few beverages, Shell Island: Snorkel the jetties and see the wildlife, Shell Island: Have picnic away from the bustle of condo canyon, Shell Island: Lead your own family eco tour and discover what the locals already enjoy.
Shell Island: Escape The Crowds
Shell Island: Experience Uncrowded Beach
Shell Island provides the experience of old Florida before tourism became so big. We love our tourists and serving them to share the Florida experience, but the truth is, it has gotten crowded. Shell Island provides a completely different experience than Panama City Beach but you have to go there to get the experience.
Shell Island: Experience the most beautiful water on the Gulf Coast
There are two places on the gulf coast that have the most beautiful water than any other locations on the Gulf. One is Miramar Beach in Destin and the other is Shell Island in Panama City Beach. The jetties at Shell Island have the most beautiful water (more beautiful that in front of the condos in condo canyon. That’s because there is no storm run off on Shell Island.
The beach at the condos are surrounded by asphalt and building materials that create a brownish storm run off during the rain. Shell Island has none of that, so the water stays beautiful than at any other beaches. Many days of the season and throughout the year, this area could easily be mistaken for the Bahamas. It’s that gorgeous. Grab a ride with Shell Island Water Taxi and head on down to get your piece of the pie and enjoy what only the locals know about.
Shell Island: See Nature in it's Natural Form
Shell Island is pristine and unspoiled land. The island has no buildings, so you get a taste of old Florida and it’s flora and fawn completely undisturbed. Grab a seat on the Shell Island Water Taxi and spend the day enjoying the natural habitat of real untouched island.
Shell Island: Hang with the locals and have a few beverages
The locals love to hang out at Shell Island because it’s a peaceful and beautiful place for swimming, relaxing and having a beverage or two while getting your toes in the sand. The problem is that you need a boat to get to Shell Island.
Shell Island Water Taxi provides a solution for you that is cheap and easy. Forget renting a $400/day pontoon rental, that’s too expensive and too much trouble. Hop on a shuttle out to Shell Island with Shell Island Water Taxi for $25 and leave the hassle of boat rentals and BUI’s behind (Boating Under The Influence). (850) 754-2938
Shell Island: Snorkel the jetties and see the wildlife
Shell Island Water Taxi can facilitate a day trip for your family on Shell Island cheap and easy. Grab some snorkel gear from the rental bin, bring your coolers and lunch and hop on the Shell Island Water Taxi. No hassle, fuss, no tourist pricing, just a fun day at Shell Island snorkeling and having fun with the family. All made easy with Shell Island Water Taxi service and the beauty of Shell Island and it’s wild inhabitants.
Shell Island: Have picnic away from the bustle of condo canyon
Make no mistake; Panama City Beach is fun. But at times, the condo canyon and the crowds can get old. Shell Island offers you and your family an oasis from the condos and crowds and the price is right. Pack your family picnic for a trip to Shell Island with Shell Island Water Taxi and take a day away from the condo canyon on Panama City Beach.
Shell Island: Lead your own family eco tour and discover what the locals already enjoy
Shell Island is one big eco tour, accessible to all that have a boat, or have friends with a boat (Shell Island Water Taxi is your friend with a boat). Hop off the boat at Shell Island, bring your camera and explore the unspoiled island on your own time. Shell Island Water Taxi will drop you of, and the pick you up. You enjoy the hassle free eco tour on your own terms.
