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10,000 Islands Excursion Small-Group 3.5 hour Dolphin & Shelling Boat Tour

10,000 Islands Excursion Small-Group 3.5 hour Dolphin & Shelling Boat Tour

Overview

Our best value tour. Imagine shelling on islands that are NOT picked over daily by 100's of people. With your naturalist guide, learn not only about individual shell animals, but learn "how to" shell from our Shelling Guru. This is an excellent "hands-on" experience for the young and old alike. Your naturalist guide will facilitate parents and grandparents wanting to be the educators.

This is not a typical preprogrammed tour. Every day and every tour can be different, so be sure to discuss with your guide the possibilities. This tour is approximately 3.5 hours in duration and departs twice daily at 9:00 and 1:30. Advanced reservations are required. Don't forget your cameras!

City: Naples

Sun 23 Feb

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Starting at $139.95

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Sun 23 Feb

Starting at $139.95

Make a reservation

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What's Included

See an amazing variety of birds and other wildlife

Florida Master Naturalist Guide

Take advantage of great photo opportunities while on a large, stable boat

Explore an uninhabited barrier island on this exciting eco-tour

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please arrive 20-25 minutes before departure to park and use the bathroom facilities. The tour boards 5 minute before the departure time.
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

What To Expect

Marco Island

While shelling remote island beaches, Marco Island will be in the background.

TEN THOUSAND ISLANDS NWR

The 10,000 Islands Excursion is the best way to experience the natural world around Marco Island. Conducted within the 10,000 Islands Wildlife Refuge, you will experience what many describe as, "The Best of Florida". The tour is a two-part experience. The first part is a slow, intimate boating tour amongst the remote islands of the Ten Thousand Islands. While you search for dolphins, manatees and sea turtles, you may encounter ospreys, bald eagles, ibis, roseate spoonbill, egrets, herons and any number of shorebird species. All the while, your formally trained Florida Master Naturalist guide will talk to you about the area's ecosystems, it's long history and rich culture. The second part of your excursion is an exploration of a remote barrier island beach ... an island that you only can reach by boat ... an island that few get to experience. Learn about beach dynamics; stroll through the tidal flats and wade the tidal pools of these remote islands.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (51)

Michelle_A

Nov 2022

Boat became inoperable, captain did not interact professionally, owner argued about safety issues and when I requested a partial refund he was rude and obnoxious DO NOT USE THIS BOAT TOUR COMPANY

Response from Host

Nov 2022

Michelle, we have not spoken to each other. We communicated only via email and you did request a refund with the threat to post a negative review unless you received it. However, the boat was never "inoperable". There was never a safety issue. Yes, there was a minor mechanical issue that your captain addressed and then continued your tour in its entirety and even extended it a bit .... it is very hard to leave a pod of playful dolphins! Hopefully, you enjoy them as much as we do. Your captain did say that he appreciated the $40 gratuity.

hbkonover

Nov 2022

Tour was incredible and we had Joyce as our captain who was amazing. She explained everything and was so friendly that made our tour fantastic. We saw a lot and she gave us a show with the dolphins. It was great.

Response from Host

Nov 2022

Thank you so glad you enjoyed your tour with us

Kayla_M

Oct 2022

The shelling was wonderful and our tour guide was very knowledgeable. We had a great time on the water.

Response from Host

Oct 2022

Thank you so glad you enjoyed your tour with us