Shell Island Ferry - St Andrews State Park
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At a glance
- Duration
- 30 min
- Price from
- $28 / person
- Location
- Panama City Beach, United States
- Rating
- 4.4 / 5 · 137 reviews
- Group
- Small group, up to 40
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Guest Services Inc
- Meeting point
- Parking/ticketing is located at the Pier Store (follow signs from the entrance gate). Here, you will board a tram that will take you to the ferry dock. The tram leaves the Pier Store 30 minutes before the scheduled ferry departure time on your reservation.
Description
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.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 1:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 13–64)
- $28
- Senior (ages 65+)
- $26
- Child (ages 3–12)
- $20
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Snacks, Drinks, Beach Umbrellas/Chairs available for purchase at the Pier Store before Departure
Not included
Restroom on board
there is a admission fee to get in the park, pay at park gate
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.4
137 reviews
How it compares in Panama City Beach
- No. 24 by number of reviews among 101 tours in Panama City Beach
- Starting price $28 is 47% below the typical $52 for tours of similar length in Panama City Beach
Excurgo comparison of 101 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- 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
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Shell Island Ferry - St Andrews State Park take?
Shell Island Ferry - St Andrews State Park lasts about 30 min.
How much does Shell Island Ferry - St Andrews State Park cost?
Prices start at $28 per person for this Panama City Beach experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Shell Island Ferry - St Andrews State Park run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 1:00 PM.
How much does Shell Island Ferry - St Andrews State Park cost for children?
Children aged 3–12 pay from $20, adults from $28. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Shell Island Ferry - St Andrews State Park for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Parking/ticketing is located at the Pier Store (follow signs from the entrance gate). Here, you will board a tram that will take you to the ferry dock. The tram leaves the Pier Store 30 minutes before the scheduled ferry departure time on your reservation. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 40 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Shell Island Ferry - St Andrews State Park worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 137 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Guest Services Inc.
Reviews(137)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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