Shell Island Shuttle boat cruising across turquoise Gulf waters toward Shell Island
Shuttle Service

Shell Island Shuttle
& Ferry Service

The fastest, easiest way to reach Shell Island's 7 miles of pristine beaches. From March through October, departures leave every hour (every 30 minutes in summer) from our dock on North Lagoon Drive — directly across from Capt Anderson's Restaurant.

Your Ride to Shell Island Paradise

Our Shell Island Shuttle departs from our private dock at 5709 North Lagoon Drive and gets you to Shell Island's untouched beaches in just minutes. Always free parking.

Shell Island is a 7-mile undeveloped barrier island with crystal-clear water, white sand beaches, and incredible snorkeling. It's only accessible by boat — and our shuttle is the easiest, most affordable way to get there.

What's Included:

  • Round-trip shuttle ride to Shell Island
  • March to May and August 15 through October: every hour from 10am to 4pm, Tue–Sat
  • Summer (June 1 to August 14): every 30 minutes from 9am to 5pm, Sundays hourly
  • Last trip to the island at 2pm; last return at 4pm (summer: 3pm and 5pm)
  • Closed November through February
  • Snorkel gear available for rent
  • Free parking at our dock
  • Stay all day or just an hour
Book your shuttle trip
Crystal clear turquoise water at Shell Island, Panama City Beach - accessible by our shuttle serviceShell Island Shuttle boat speeding across turquoise water with white sand beach in backgroundShell Island Shuttle passing the dunes and jetty rocks of Shell IslandTurquoise water and the white sand of Shell Island by the jetty

March –⁠ October

Every hour · every 30 min in summer

All Ages

Family friendly

Round Trip

Included in fare

N Lagoon Dr

Free dock parking

Why Choose Our Shuttle?

Convenient departures, a clearly marked dock, and free parking make your Shell Island day simple from the start.

Easy-to-Find Dock

Find us at 5709 North Lagoon Drive, directly across from Capt Anderson's Restaurant in Panama City Beach.

More Frequent Departures

March to May and August 15 through October: every hour from 10am to 4pm, Tuesday to Saturday. Summer (June 1 to August 14): every 30 minutes from 9am to 5pm, hourly on Sundays. Closed November through February.

Free Parking

Park for free at our dock at 5709 North Lagoon Drive. Your parking is convenient and close to check-in.

Ready to Visit Shell Island?

Book online or call us. The shuttle runs March through October: every hour from 10am, and every 30 minutes from 9am in summer.