Marco Island 2 hour Dolphin, Birding and Shelling tour
Overview
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2 hours
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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.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
We provide Captain and all necessary safety equipment.
Bags for your shells.
Bottled water
Gratuities
The Goodland Boat Park charges a $10 parking fee. FREE parking is available outside the gate.
What To Expect
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.
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Marco Island 2 hour Dolphin, Birding and Shelling tour
Early Bird Special
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Reviews
484 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ed was a great guide, and...
Robert D,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Ed was a great guide, and so knowledgeable. He found plenty of dolphins, and even got some to swim in the boats’ wake
Amazing day, great crew and dolphins!
Ronit L,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We so enjoyed this experience! Captain Kevin and Jules were informative, good natured and funny…and the dolphins followed us for miles! Great shelling.
Good time on the water
Elizabeth K,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We saw dolphins, a manatee, various birds and went shelling which was fun. Wished we had more time....
Capt. Colt was great. He...
George F,
Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Capt. Colt was great. He has extensive knowledge of the wild life and the different types of shells. You can tell he loves his job.
Great boat trip!
U5260DNdebbiet,
Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We ended up being the only couple on the tour so we felt like we had a unique opportunity to hear and see everything. Our tour guide was awesome and very knowledgeable about the 10,000 islands, birds and shells. We saw plenty of dolphins and birds but only one manatee due to the time of year. We had a great time!
Superb dolphins and shell trip!
960evanr,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Totally fun and pretty place. Super-terrific guide (Captn. Ryan). Saw dolphins indeed! Lovely beach full of fun shells and cool sea birds. Recommend 100%. Remember water bottle.
Boat with the dolphins! So fun!
cheriv2025,
Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a terrific day on the water. We genuinely had dolphins swimming and jumping with our boat. So cool! Went to a gorgeous island with shells and birds. The captains are great people. Highly recommend.
Captain Ed made our trip so fun!!!
christinesK8363RX,
Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went on the 9:30 tour with Captain Ed and he was absolutely amazing! A Florida native whose knowledge and passion for what he does is evident! Definitely worth it!!!
Great adventure!
jklew10381,
Jul 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Captain Kevin was great! Made a trip memorable for our family - he knew exactly where to go to see the beautiful wildlife.
Great tour
Andres R,
Jul 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Great tour. Love watching dolphins. Captain was knowledgeable and answered all our questions.
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