Private Best of Marco Island Tour

Overview

Looking for a boat tour that goes beyond dolphins and shelling? This two-hour sightseeing cruise departs Goodland and travels through the Ten Thousand Islands to Marco Island.

This popular sightseeing and wildlife cruise will bring you through the mangrove nearshore estuary of the 10,000 Islands National Wildlife Refuge traveling from Goodland to Marco Island and back.

Your entertaining and knowledgeable tour guide will answer all of your questions and show you some of the best sights around the islands. All guides are Florida certified master naturalists and members of the Marco Island Historical Society.

Boat tour topics may include:

- The building of Marco Island
- Marco beaches and beachfront condos and hotels
- Waterfront restaurants and dining
- Isles of Capri, Horr's Island, Goodland
- The Calusa Indians
- Mansions of Marco Estates
- Cape Romano Dome House
- Hermits, pirates, and saltwater cowboys
- Wildlife habitat of the 10,000 Islands
- Boating and fishing in SW Florida

City: Naples

Tue 13 May

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Starting at $425.00

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Tue 13 May

Starting at $425.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Cooler with Ice

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Goodland

Our certified Master Naturalist Guides and Coast Guard Master Captains will take you on an unforgettable boat ride from Goodland to Marco Island through the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife refuge.

Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge

Your boat ride will go through the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge. Depending on the time of year, you may see wildlife such as dolphins, manatees, fish, sea turtles, stingrays, and birds.

Marco Island

Your guide will tell you a little bit about the history of this beautiful island that is the gateway to the Everglades.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (7)

explore_2011

Mar 2023

Captain Nate was great on a private afternoon shell and sunset tour. The boat was in great condition and he made us feel at home. We have a boat and we immediately knew we were in good hands as his has a hard to earn captain’s license. He was very communicative before as we were sorting out logistics for one of our group who is less comfortable on a boat. During the tour he shared lots of information about the ecology of the area, gave us tips on shelling since we don’t know a lot. (He was also able to find a bunch of unique shells for us as well). Do the private tour if you can swing it so that you have more say about how long you are at each stop. We had great luck with the dolphins and got two pods to engage with the boat. Quite a delight for all of us.

Response from Host

Mar 2023

So happy to hear you had fun on your private boat tour! Sounds like the dolphins were playful and lots of great shells were found. Captain Nate has 10 years of experience guiding boat tours around Marco Island and in the Ten Thousand Islands - glad he took good care of you guys! Thanks for writing a review of Florida Island Tours😎👍