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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 8:30 and 1:30. Advanced reservations are required. Don't forget your cameras!

Note: June through October, we suggest the morning experiences due to the weather.

City: Naples

Fri 27 Jun

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Starting at $159.95

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Fri 27 Jun

Starting at $159.95

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.

What To Expect

Marco Island

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

Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge

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 (71)

Christine_L

Mar 2025

Excellent fun seeing dolphins, and shelling with Captain Kevin in the Gulf of America. Highly recommend this tour.

T2459KFbillc

Mar 2025

The captain and his first mate were both incredible. Their friendliness and immense knowledge of all the things and creatures you will see on this trip was what made this our favorite day of our Marco Island vacation. There are dolphins everywhere and all sorts of unique birds, and you will find all sorts of neat shells to bring home. I’ve been on maybe 30 small boat excursions in my life and this was my favorite so far.

Companion2976

Jan 2025

Our captain was absolutely wonderful. He knew I was looking for Sundollars and he did everything possible for me to find some. He was so knowledgeable about ecosystems.

Response from Host

Feb 2025

Thank you for the review!! Glad we were able to help you find some sand dollars! Our guides have a great eye for shelling and we always try to help everyone find what they are looking for! Thanks again for coming out with us!