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    Fly a 22-Minute Helicopter Tour Over Shell Island

    See Shell Island, Grand Lagoon, and St. Andrews State Park from the air in 22 minutes

    4.8 stars• 1.5K reviews

    Duration

    22 minutes

    Ideal For

    Up to 3 people

    Includes

    Headset

    Highlights

    Take a helicopter flight over Shell Island and the surrounding Panama City Beach waters for a fast, scenic overview of the coastline. You’ll fly above St. Andrews State Park, the shipping channel, and Grand Lagoon.

    • Fly over Shell Island and stretches of emerald coast water
    • Spot St. Andrews State Park, the jetties, and the shipping channel
    • Look down on Grand Lagoon and shoreline views of Panama City Beach
    • Use a passenger headset during your flight
    • Check in with the credit card used to book and a matching photo ID

    What's Included

    • Passenger headset

    Things to know

    Arrive 30 minutes before your reservation for check-in and a safety briefing. All passengers are weighed at check-in; max 300 lbs per seat and 550 lbs total for up to 3 passengers. Children under 24 months may ride in a parent’s lap at no charge.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 24 hours prior to the arrival date for a full refund. Cancellations less than 24 hours prior are not refunded. No-shows are not refunded. If cancelled due to weather, we will attempt to reschedule; if not possible, you will receive a full refund.

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    FAQs

    Arrive 30 minutes before your reservation for check-in and the safety briefing.

    Bring the credit card used for booking and a matching photo ID.

    Wear shoes and a shirt. Leave bags, purses, hats, and selfie sticks in your vehicle.

    Meeting details

    Panhandle Helicopters

    Experience provided by Panhandle Helicopter

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    Passenger

    $193.80

    Age 2+ • ATTENTION- Children UNDER 2 yrs may sit in an adults lap at no charge

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    Private Flight Passengers

    $205.20

    Private Flight Experience • Age 2+ • Minimum 2 People

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Something I have always wanted to do and I am so glad I chose Panhandle for my first time! This was an amazing experience with the best pilot and staff there could be. I will definitely be doing this again when I visit the area.

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    Michelle Tudor

    September 7, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Something I have always wanted to do and I am so glad I chose Panhandle for my first time! This was an amazing experience with the best pilot and staff there could be. I will definitely be doing this again when I visit the area.

    Photo of Michelle Tudor

    Michelle Tudor

    September 7, 2026

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