Are there alligators in Panama City Beach Florida
A relaxing cruise through St. Andrews Bay to Shell Island is a great way to have fun and relax. This barrier island, which is undeveloped and stretches 7 miles long, is a favorite among locals and one of the most beautiful beaches in Florida. Shell Island is a beautiful place to walk, see dolphins and collect shells.
The Park is located on miles of sugar-sand coastline and is consistently rated America’s best beach. St. Andrews State Park encompasses 1200 acres. The park offers boating/camping, swimming, watersports, fishing and hiking as well bird/wildlife viewing. Shell Island Cruises are located at 405 Cliftonia Cir. Panama City Beach FL 32408.
Continue on North Lagoon, as if heading towards Captain Anderson's. You will pass their parking lot as well as the Lighthouse Marina after the turn. Then we will be on the right under the trees/down a gravel street. You will see signs with our company name at the front.
These wild animals live in their natural habitats and do what is best for them. Their behavior and mood dictate how they interact with us. Although encounters are common, we cannot guarantee they. The Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1982 and subsequent amendments to it, along with the laws of Florida, bind us. We are strictly prohibited from feeding and harassing dolphins. Thank you for understanding.
It takes about 3 hours to sail your Panama City Beach adventure catamaran. The trip will begin with a sail across St. Andrews Bay. You'll then head to Shell Island where you can view dolphins and other marine life. The "Island Time" a stable and wide sailing cruise catamaran. We'll anchor in about 5ft of water so you can snorkel around Shell Island, look for seashells, or just relax in the cool water. Make a splash with our popular water slide or stand-up paddleboards.
Shell Island is just part of the tour. As we approach the island. Watch out for dolphins. We often see wild schools in this area. Also, you could make Shell Island your stop during a charter fishing trip.
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 Jetty Store, or get it as part of a complete package along with Shuttle tickets on a Shell Island Snorkel Tour.
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.