Shell Island Ferry - St Andrews State Park

4.4
(62 reviews)

15 minutes (approximately)

Shell Island which is the 700-acre barrier island protecting the waters of St. Andrews Bay in Panama City. Its seaward shoreline is comprised of beautiful sandy beaches that are perfect for shelling, sunbathing, and exploring.

What's Included

Snacks, Drinks, Beach Umbrellas/Chairs available for purchase at the Pier Store before Departure
Restroom on board
there is a admission fee to get in the park, pay at park gate

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet at the St. Andrews State Park Pier

End point
This activity ends in a different location. You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.

What to expect

Boarding Times (please arrive 30 mins before departure time)
Departures from St. Andrews State Park are hourly at the top of the hour (see calendar for current times).

Departures from Shell Island are hourly at the bottom of the hour.
Returns from Shell Island leave from the State Park dock.
Know Before You Go : Shell Island has been preserved as a primitive island. Restroom facilities are not available on the island. Facilities are available at the boarding location and on the boat.

The ferry ride is approximately 15 minutes.
We pick up and drop off approximately 2.2 miles down the island at the State Park docks. There is no lifeguard on duty at Shell Island.

Picking up or removing shells containing live organisms is strictly prohibited as well as disturbing sea bird or sea turtle nesting areas.

St. Andrews State Park & Shell Island are located in the Central Time Zone.
We do not drop off behind the Jetty. (Only the Pier Store parking lot)

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please bring: Sunscreen, Sunglasses, Hat and Water bottle
Supplied by Guest Services Inc

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Ferry Services
Water Transfers
Excellent Quality
Best Conversion
Involves Animals
Additional fees
Top Product
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Curated Catalog
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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