Barrier Island Shelling Tour

Overview

Barrier Island Shelling Tour

The Barrier Island Shelling Tour is the ultimate shelling adventure for those looking to discover rare and beautiful seashells in untouched, remote locations. This guided boat tour takes you beyond the busy beaches to the best shelling hotspots in the Ten Thousand Islands, where you can collect sand dollars, alphabet cones, lightning whelks, and even the elusive Junonia.

2.5 hour tour departs Goodland Boat Park 8:00 am, 10:45 am, 1:30 pm, 4:15 pm daily

Family-Friendly Adventure:
A perfect activity for kids and adults alike, with plenty of time to explore and collect treasures from the sea.

This laid-back yet exciting tour is a dream for shell collectors and beachcombers. Whether you’re a seasoned sheller or a first-timer, our Barrier Island Shelling Tour will leave you with incredible finds and unforgettable memories of Marco Island’s pristine coastal beauty.

City: Naples

Mon 12 May

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Starting at $99.00

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Mon 12 May

Starting at $99.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Shelling tools including buckets, baskets, and shelling scoopers

Cooler with Ice

Complementary shelling bags

Additional Info

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children 6 and under are required to wear life vests (provided).
Beaches can require walking long distances on uneven terrain, walking through water, and navigating areas around mangrove trees and stumps.

What To Expect

Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge

Boat tours explore barrier islands of the 10,000 Islands.

Marco Island

Tour the barrier islands surrounding Marco Island Florida. Marco Island is a barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico off Southwest Florida, linked to the mainland by bridges south of the city of Naples. It’s home to resort hotels, beaches, marinas and golf courses, as well as a network of inland waterways. A long, sandy beach covers most of the west coast, with resort hotels in the south. Tigertail Beach Park has a tidal lagoon, popular for kayaking and paddleboarding.

Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve

Experience the mangrove estuary of the Rookery Bay Preserve. Rookery Bay is a National Estuarine Research Reserve in Naples, Florida supported by the Friends of Rookery Bay.

Southwest Gulf Coast

Our tour includes Gulf waters weather permitting. Florida's Southwest Gulf Coast contains a constellation of enticing coastal gems. Stunning beaches, including Ft. Myers Beach, Tigertail Beach and Pensacola Beach, fringe the Gulf, down the I-75 from Tampa to Naples.

Cape Romano

The boat tour will cruise by Cape Romano to see the famous Dome House. The Cape Romano Dome House is an abandoned house consisting of six dome-shaped modules on stilts, located approximately 300 feet offshore from Cape Romano Island, south of Marco Island, in the Ten Thousand Islands of Collier County, Florida.

Goodland

See the quaint fishing village of Goodland. Goodland is a census-designated place in Collier County, Florida, United States. The population was 267 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Naples–Marco Island Metropolitan Statistical Area.

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (22)

Footprints671451

Nov 2024

We had a great trip with Thomas! He is very knowledgeable and shared a lot of interesting information with our group, which ranged in age from 8-53. He took us to a great island for shelling and we found some treasures! Thanks for a great afternoon—we loved it.

Response from Host

Nov 2024

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a great trip with Captain Thomas. He truly loves sharing his knowledge and making every tour enjoyable for all ages—sounds like your group had quite the range! We’re so glad you found some shelling treasures and made memories together. Thanks again for choosing us, and we’d love to have you back for another adventure soon! 🌴🐚

jlewgadawg

Jul 2024

We absolutely loved our shelling tour with Captain Nate on Florida Island Tours! It was truly a highlight of our trip, and a memory we will cherish for a long time. Captain Nate was fantastic, and taught us about the area around the 10,000 islands, the shells, and what makes Marco such a great shelling destination. If your looking for the right tour to take, look no further than Florida Island Tours!

Response from Host

Jul 2024

Thanks for your review and recommendation of our Marco Island shelling tour! Our captains love sharing the nature and beauty of Marco and the 10,000 Islands with our guests. Glad you made some cherished memories to bring home with you from your Florida vacation!

krayfish145

Apr 2024

Super captain Gary was awesome. He not only took us to 2 different islands for shelling he gave us a history of Marco Island. It was great

Response from Host

Apr 2024

Glad you enjoyed your shelling tour with Capt Gary! We appreciate your recommendation 🐚😎👍