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Marco Island 2 hour Dolphin, Birding and Shelling tour

Overview
You will be safely brought deep into the 10,000 Islands Wildlife Refuge for a two-hour interpretive tour of the area led by a Florida Master Naturalist. Depending on the season, you can expect to encounter manatees, dolphins, sea turtles, bald eagles, ospreys, herons, egrets, pelicans, rosette spoonbills, as well as, numerous species of fish and shore birds. You will visit an uninhabited barrier island where you can collect shells, sand dollars and other treasures!

Note: June through October, we suggest the morning experiences due to the weather.
City: Naples
Wed 14 May
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Starting at $99.95
Wed 14 May
Starting at $99.95
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What's Included
We provide Captain and all necessary safety equipment.
Additional Info
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
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Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge
Consisting of two parts, The Dolphin, Birding and Shelling Tour is a wonderful experience for the whole family and a great introduction to the area. First a dolphin tour to search for dolphins and wading birds on a naturalist-led boating tour. Then a shelling tour to explore an uninhabited barrier island. You will learn about island’s beach dynamics and collect some of the wonderful shells on these remote islands.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (446)
Dave_D
Mar 2025
Relaxing. Informative. Friendly Capt & crew (Joe & Kim). The shelling was the highlight. Great for the kids!
Response from Host
Mar 2025
Thank you for the review!! Joe and Kim are some of the best and love to share their love and passion with everyone who comes out on our tours!! Glad you were able to find some good shells!
vinay_c
Mar 2025
Nice boat ride and found unique shells . Guides were friendly and helpful. Also saw dolphins in the nearby waters which we were able to view from a close proximity
Response from Host
Mar 2025
Glad you had a great time!! It's always a good day when the dolphins are out and playful! Thank you for coming out with us and taking time to leave a review!
Janet_W
Mar 2025
Great time wonderful this was the highlight of our week we enjoyed this so much captain and first mate were spot on so helpful and in formative
Response from Host
Mar 2025
Thank you for the review! So glad we could make our tour the highlight of your trip!!!

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