Panama City Beach, Florida

Half Day Pontoon Rentals

4 Hours • Pickup 8am or Noon • 20ft and 25ft Boats

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Date

Tue, Oct 14

Travelers

2

About This Adventure

Experience the thrill of a half-day pontoon rental at St. Andrews State Park! Explore the stunning waters of St. Andrews Bay and Shell Island at your own pace. Enjoy swimming, snorkeling, fishing, and dolphin watching, all while creating unforgettable memories with family and friends on your private adventure.

Half Day Pontoon Rentals

Duration

4 hours

Available Models

20ft (90HP). 8 Passengers Max
25ft (115HP). 12 Passengers Max

About

Cruise to Shell Island and explore St. Andrews Bay aboard your own pontoon boat! St. Andrews Adventures is located at St. Andrews State Park.

We are the closest boat rental facility to Shell Island and we give you direct access to St. Andrew Bay. This means the fun starts when you leave the dock, and you can be exploring the waters off Shell Island within minutes. Cruise the Bay waterfront, watch for dolphins, swim, fish, snorkel, and hit the beach on Shell Island on your own schedule. There is no better way to enjoy a day with family or a large group of friends, and as the captain, you decide the itinerary:

Visit Shell Island

Find the perfect shell
Picnic, swim, and snorkel
Go fishing in the Bay
Watch for dolphin

ST. ANDREWS ADVENTURES RENTALS ARE ALL-INCLUSIVE!

Our new, well-maintained pontoon boats come with all US Coast Guard required safety equipment and enough life jackets for all passengers. A full tank of fuel for the quiet, efficient 4-stroke motor is included, as are maps of the area, operator training review, and plenty of free advice concerning the best spots to visit and sights to see. You will leave the dock with everything ready for a relaxing and worry-free day on the water.

Policies

Must be 25 to rent and 21 to operate.
Operators born on or after January 1, 1988 must have a Florida/NASBLA-approved Boater's Safety card.
The boat must operate within defined boundaries.
Rental includes 1 tank of fuel. If this is exceeded, additional fuel must be purchased.
All boats must be in by 12PM or 4PM (depending on start time) or late fees will be assessed at $100/hour late.

Prohibited items:

Pets
Alcohol
Fireworks
Towable Tubes

Adventure Tips

Bring sun protection

The open pontoon boat offers little shade, so pack sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses to stay comfortable.

Follow the boating boundaries

Respect the defined rental boating boundaries to protect local wildlife and avoid fines.

Check fuel limits

Rental includes one full tank of fuel; extra usage requires additional purchase—plan your trip accordingly.

Bring your own snacks and water

There are no onboard refreshments, so pack supplies to stay hydrated and energized on the water.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Bottlenose dolphins
Coastal pelicans

History

St. Andrews State Park was established to protect the unique barrier island ecosystems and has been a vital coastal reserve since the 1960s.

Conservation

Operations strictly follow guidelines to minimize environmental impact, promoting sustainable boating and protecting fragile habitats.

Explore Shell Island and St. Andrews Bay with Half Day Pontoon Rentals in Panama City

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