"Everything you need for the perfect Panama City Beach family day, pontoon rental, jet skis, parasailing and kayaks, booked in one place, with real local experts who know Shell Island inside out."
SHELL ISLAND TOUR PACKAGES
All Ages
MOST POPULAR
1.5 Hours
Up To 12 People
From
$225
Shell Island Snorkel & Dolphin Cruise
When you rent a Shell Island pontoon in Panama City Beach, Florida, you and your friends can get into the spirit of Shell Island. There’s no better way to see Shell Island than on your own Shell Island Pontoon rental.
HIGH DEMAND
All Ages
2 Hours
4+ Hours
Up To 8 People
From
$600
Shell Island Fishing Charters
Shell Island fishing charters are a must if you are planning a trip to the Emerald Coast and you’ve heard Panama City Beach is legendary for fishing. Our fishing charters are the favorites of the locals.
VIP EXPERIENCE
All Ages
2 Hours
4+ Hours
Up To 13 People
From
$800
Shell Island Boat & Yachts
Sail the Panama City Beach Harbor, Shell Island and Choctawhatchee Bay at golden hour. Relax aboard a private Yacht, enjoy dolphin sightings and make your sunset cruise unforgettable. Book a yacht now.
MOST POPULAR
All Ages
2 Hours
3 Hours
Up To 14 People
From
$59
Shell Island Tiki Tours
Our Tiki Boats take you on the ultimate escape to Shell Island! Kick back on our USCG-certified vessels, complete with restroom, as our captain tikis you to the Panama City Beach Harbor and Shell Island
MOST POPULAR
All Ages
2 Hours
30 Min
Up To 2 People
From
$55
Shell Island Parasailing
When you go parasailing in Panama City Beach, you can see the Gulf’s emerald green ocean, the Panama City Beach Harbor, Shell Island and sugar-white beaches like never before. It’s such an exciting way to see Panama City Beach with friends, family.
MOST BOOKED
All Ages
2 Hours
1-8 hour
2-3 Seater
From
$89
Shell Island Jet Ski Rentals
The Shell Island Jet Ski Rentals are just a bit of what make Panama City Beach, Florida famous. You can go anywhere you want on the water quickly and easily with a jet ski rental. You can also speed across the waves.
TRENDING
All Ages
2 Hours
50 Miles
Upto 4 Guests
From
$59
Shell Island Helicopter Tours
Panama City Beach helicopter tours are just one of the many experiences that make Panama City Beach special. You can enjoy stunning views of the coastline, flying over white sandy beaches while exploring Panama City Beach from above.
HIDDEN GEM
All Ages
2 Hours
1 hour
Per Person
From
$49
Shell Island Snorkeling Tours
Experience the #1 Shell Island snorkeling tours in Panama City Beach Florida. Explore clear shallow water, spot marine life and enjoy a guided snorkeling experience built for beginners and families.
FAMILY FAVORITE
All Ages
2 Hours
1.75 Hours
Up To 140 People
From
$44
Shell Island Pirate Ship
When you ride on the Shell Island Pirate Ship in Panama City Beach, Florida, you and your friends or family can get into the spirit of being a Pirate. There’s no better way to see Shell Island than on the Shell Island Pirate Ship.
FAMILY FAVORITE
All Ages
2 Hours
1 hour
Per Person
From
$55
Shell Island Shark Boat
Come out and ride inside the belly of a beast! The Shark Boat in Panama City Beach is a one-of-a-kind 40-foot tour boat that stalks the Panama City Beach Harbor, the Gulf and Shell Island. Take a ride on the only shark that dolphins love.
SELLING FAST
All Ages
2 Hours
1 hour
Per Person
From
$35
Shell Island Hydro Jet Tours
HydroJet Boats offers one of the most greatest water adventures in Panama City Beach, Florida, the chance to ride the world’s largest jet-ski. Designed for fun, excitement and making unforgettable memories.
SELLING FAST
All Ages
2 Hours
2 Hours
Up To 18 People
From
$21.99
Shell Island Bikkini Bottom
When you want to experience the Emerald Coast in style, nothing compares to booking Shell Island Bikkini Bottom for a private or a public cruise around the Panama City Beach Harbor and to Shell Island.
SELLING FAST
All Ages
2 Hours
2 Hours
Up To 18 People
From
$35
Shell Island 45ft Tiki Tours
One of the biggest reasons visitors choose our Shell Island Tiki Tours is because of the size of our Shell Island Tiki Boat. Our Tiki boat is 45 feet long and will take out up to 18 passengers on a public or private tour.
BEST VALUE
All Ages
2 Hours
1-8 hour
Per Person
From
$70
Shell Island Paddleboards
The Shell Island Paddleboard rentals are just a bit of what make Panama City Beach, Florida famous. You can go anywhere you want on the water quickly and easily with a paddleboard. You can also speed across the waves.
BEST VALUE
All Ages
2 Hours
1-8 Hours
Per Person
From
$60
BEST VALUE
All Ages
2 Hours
2 Hr to Weekly
Up To 2 People
From
$55
All Ages
2 Hours
1.5 Hours
Up To 12 People
From
$225
Pontoon Rentals
When you rent a Shell Island pontoon in Panama City Beach, Florida, you and your friends can get into the spirit of Shell Island. There’s no better way to see Shell Island than on your own Shell Island Pontoon rental.
All Ages
2 Hours
4+ Hours
Up To 8 People
From
$600
Fishing Charters
Panama City Beach fishing charters are a must if you are planning a trip to the Emerald Coast and you’ve heard Panama City Beach is legendary for fishing. But here’s the problem: dozens of charter boats line the harbor
All Ages
2 Hours
4+ Hours
Up To 13 People
From
$800
Boat and Yacht Rentals
Sail the Panama City Beach Harbor, Shell Island and Choctawhatchee Bay at golden hour. Relax aboard a private Tiki Boat, enjoy dolphin sightings and customize your unforgettable sunset cruise.
All Ages
2 Hours
30 Min
Up To 2 People
From
$55
Shell Island Parasailing
When you go parasailing in Panama City Beach, you can see the Gulf’s emerald green ocean, Shell Island, and sugar-white beaches like never before. It’s a pleasant thing to do with friends, family, or a partner,
All Ages
2 Hours
1-8 hour
2-3 Seater
From
$89
Jet Ski Rentals
The Shell Island Jet Ski Rentals are just a bit of what make Panama City Beach, Florida famous. You can go anywhere you want on the water quickly and easily with a jet ski rental. You can also speed across the waves
All Ages
2 Hours
50 Miles
Upto 4 Guests
From
$59
Panama City Beach Helicopter Tours
Panama City Beach helicopter tours are just one of the many experiences that make Panama City Beach special. You can enjoy stunning views of the coastline, flying over white sandy beaches while exploring Panama City Beach from above.
All Ages
2 Hours
2 Hr to Weekly
Up To 2 People
From
$55
E Bike Rentals
Picture yourself cruising along Florida’s stunning Emerald Coast with the Gulf breeze in your hair, discovering hidden beach towns and scenic coastal views that most visitors miss from their car windows.
All Ages
2 Hours
1-8 Hours
Per Person
From
$60
Kayak Rentals
When you go parasailing in Panama City Beach, you can see the Gulf’s emerald green ocean, Shell Island, and sugar-white beaches like never before. It’s a pleasant thing to do with friends, family, or a partner,
All Ages
2 Hours
1-8 hour
Per Person
From
$70
Paddleboard Rentals
The Shell Island Jet Ski Rentals are just a bit of what make Panama City Beach, Florida famous. You can go anywhere you want on the water quickly and easily with a jet ski rental. You can also speed across the waves
Shell Island Pontoon Rentals
Shell Island Pontoon Rentals are the Best way to get to Shell Island in Panama City Beach, Florida. Shell Island isn’t simply a place on a map, it’s the Emerald Coast experience you’ll always remember. Imagine this, the Florida sun shines down on acres of waist-deep, crystal-clear blue water. Boats of all kinds are tethered in a floating paradise, laughter fills the air, and music drifts through the breeze. It’s not truly an island, it’s a huge sandbar under the ocean just north of the Panama City Beach Bridge. But that only makes it more appealing.
Leave the hassle to us and focus on the memories. Original Shell Island offers clean, easy‑to‑drive pontoon boats, yachts, jet ski’s, boats that get you from our dock to Shell Island fast, with simple check‑in, free and easy parking, and everything you need for an unforgettable day on the water.
It feels like the best summer day of your life every day here. You may jump off your pontoon into the sparkling lake, float with friends on huge inflatables, see dolphins swimming nearby and eat from floating food barges that provide everything from snow cones to fresh seafood. Families, couples and friends all come together to experience the enchantment of Shell Island, where worries go away and strangers become friends.
Your Perfect Day on the Water
Are you ready to make experiences that will last a lifetime on the Emerald Coast? Original Shell Island in Panama City Beach, Florida is the best place to rent a pontoon boat, go deep sea fishing, rent a jet ski, go parasailing, or even rent a bike—all at pricing that won’t break the bank!
Shell Island Gallery
Have the time of your life at Shell Island in Panama City Beach, Fl. From Bachelorette Parties, Bachelor Parties, Office Parties, Sunset Cruises to Dolphin Cruises, you will have the time of your life.
Shell Island Boat Tours
Our clean, comfortable, and easy-to-drive Pontoon Boats are great for families, couples, or groups of friends who want to cruise the famous Shell Island sandbar in elegance. Want to get some excitement? Our Panama City Beach Deep Sea Fishing Charters take you right to the action, and our skilled captains will help you catch the big one!
If you want an adrenaline thrill, you can experience the beautiful Emerald Coast from the water and the sky on our Jet Ski Rentals and Parasailing rides. When you’re done swimming, rent one of our Beach Cruiser Bikes to see the beautiful boardwalks and harbor vistas in Panama City Beach.
We at Original Shell Island love Florida sunshine, fun, and low prices. Our courteous staff makes it easy to rent, our gear is top-notch, and our pricing are perfect for vacation budgets. So get your buddies together, bring your sunscreen, and find out why we are the best place in Panama City Beach to hire boats and have fun in the ocean. Only at Original Shell Island can you start your experience. Every day is a beach day!
Pontoon Rentals
Shell Island Pontoon Rentals give families and parties easy access to Panama City Beach sandbar with clean boats, shade, space to swim, relax, anchor safely today.
Fishing Charters
Shell Island Fishing Charters provide guided trips with local captains, gear, bait, licenses included, targeting snapper, grouper, reefs, wrecks near Panama City Beach waters.
Boat Rentals
Shell Island Boat and Yacht Rentals offer center consoles, ski boats, pocket and large yachts for cruising Panama City Beach Harbor, Shell Island, with hourly or day options.
Jet ski Rentals
Shell Island Jet ski and Sea Doo Rentals deliver fast fun around the Panama City Beach Harbor and Shell Island with the latest model skis, clear instructions, open riding areas for friends together.
Parasailing
Shell Island Parasailing lifts riders above emerald water for panoramic Panama City Beach views with experienced crew, modern equipment, smooth takeoffs, safe landings today.
Bike Rentals
Shell Island Bike Rentals provide beach cruisers and E-bikes delivered to your Panama City Beach location during your stay. We offer scenic paths, easy docks, flexible rentals for visitors.
Original Shell Island
Shell Island News
As one of Panama City Beach, Florida’s most popular attractions is Shell Island, a shallow, clean sandbar that has become the best place to hang out and have fun on the sea. Families, friends, and anybody else who wants to enjoy the best of the Florida coast should visit Shell Island. The lively environment, emerald-green waters, and welcoming spirit make it a great place to be.
Renting a pontoon is the best way to really enjoy Shell Island. When you rent a pontoon, you can go at your own leisure, anchor near the sandbar and spend the day swimming, floating, and relaxing. In Panama City Beach, a lot of boat rental companies provide half-day and full-day pontoon rentals. Renting a pontoon is the BEST way to enjoy your Bachelorette, Bachelor or Office party.
Deep sea fishing charters are another great thing to do in Panama City Beach for anyone who want more than just the sandbar. Panama City Beach is known as the “World’s Luckiest Fishing Village” because it has some of the best sportfishing in the Gulf of America. Every day, charter boats go out to catch snapper, grouper, amberjack and mahi-mahi. Local captains make every trip memorable, no matter if you’re a beginner or a pro.
Boat and jet ski rentals let you explore Panama City Beach Harbor, Shell Island and the other bays and beaches at your own speed. Jet skis are great for people who want to ride the waves or zip along with dolphins that are having fun.
Parasailing is a must-do activity if you want to see Panama City Beach from above. Fly high above the emerald coast and see Shell Island, the Gulf, and Panama City Beach’s white sandy beaches from the air. It’s an experience you’ll never forget.
When you’re ready to explore on land, renting a bike is a great way to see Panama City Beach’s beautiful trails, lovely coastal towns and waterfront views. Panama City Beach has infinite enjoyment for every adventurer, from floating at Shell Island to flying over the Gulf. Prepare to make experiences that will last a lifetime!
Shell Island Pontoon Rentals
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Shell Island Fishing Charters
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