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A family on a beach with a man in an orange jacket holding a shell. 1
White and brown pelicans. 2
Observing a live horse conch - Florida's state shell, and the largest! 3
A friendly ghost crab ;) 4
A starfish on a textured sandy surface. 5
By Florida Island Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$187 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • The Island Paradise: Dolphin, Shelling, Birding Eco Boat Tour is the ultimate wildlife and nature adventure for families, nature lovers, and shelling enthusiasts. This guided boat tour takes you deep into the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge, where you'll encounter playful dolphins, diverse bird species, and pristine, untouched beaches while learning about this unique coastal ecosystem from a knowledgeable captain.

    This relaxing yet adventure-packed tour offers a perfect mix of exploration, education, and fun, making it an unforgettable experience for all ages. Whether you're seeking the best shelling spots, incredible wildlife encounters, or simply a peaceful escape, this eco-tour is a must-do during your visit to Marco Island!

    2.5 hours. Departs from our private commercial docks at 220 Goodland Dr (across the street from Stan's Idle Hour) daily at 8:00 am, 10:45 am, 1:30 pm, and 4:00 pm.

Activity location

  • Goodland
    • Goodland, Florida, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 220 Goodland Dr
    • 220 Goodland Drive
    • 34145, Marco Island, Florida, United States

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Island Paradise: Dolphin, Shelling, Birding Eco Boat Tour

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 1:30 PM
Price details
AU$186.50 x 1 AdultAU$186.50
Total
Price is AU$186.50

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Parking Fees
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Cooler with Ice
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Complementary shelling bags
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Bathroom on board
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food (Yes, you can bring your own food!)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Drinks (BYOB - please, no red wine!)

Know before you book

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children 6 and under are required to wear life jackets (provided).

Activity itinerary

Goodland

  • 15m
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.

Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (Pass by)

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.

TEN THOUSAND ISLANDS NWR

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Boat tours explore barrier islands of the 10,000 Islands.

Marco Island

  • 15m
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.

Southwest Gulf Coast (Pass by)

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 (Pass by)

The boat tour may cruise by Cape Romano where the famous dome house once stood..

Location

Activity location

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    Goodland
    • Goodland, Florida, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    220 Goodland Dr
    • 220 Goodland Drive
    • 34145, Marco Island, Florida, United States

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