Top Naples Eco Tours

A small-group tour that offers a more intimate experience, this trip takes you on a half-day shelling and dolphin tour in Ten Thousand Islands and Marco. Join staff from a top shelling company in Florida and hop aboard a specially designed boat to navigate shallow waters in search of the best shells. Plus, you get the chance to spot the dolphins that inhabit the waters.

Experience the natural wonders of Southwest Florida on a private 2-hour dolphin and eco tour through the Ten Thousand Islands. Cruise aboard a comfortable boat with a USCG-certified local captain, spotting dolphins, manatees, sea turtles, sharks, and a variety of coastal birds in their natural habitat. Enjoy a stop at a secluded barrier island for shelling and beach time, where you can explore pristine sands and collect unique shells. This small-group tour (up to 6 guests) offers a personalized adventure ideal for families, couples, and nature enthusiasts. Whether you're a nature lover, photographer, or family looking for a memorable adventure, this tour delivers unforgettable moments in one of Florida’s most scenic coastal regions. Frequent sightings of dolphins, manatees, and native wildlife Visit a remote island for shelling and beachcombing ***Have a Group Larger than 6? We can take groups up to 12. Reach out to customer service and they will assist you in booking***

Explore the mangroves of Marco Island with a Florida Master Naturalist with this private experience. This area is rich with wildlife, from marine birds to manatees, as well as dolphins, sea turtles, and even iguanas. You'll also make a 1-hour stop on a barrier island beach for swimming and beachcombing for colorful shells.

Escape to the Florida Everglades from the Greater Fort Myers area on this guided airboat adventure at Everglades Day Safari. This exciting airboat ride is a great way to experience the ecosystem of the Everglades. Skim across the marshes and swamps of the Western Everglades while looking for wildlife, namely birds and alligators. In fact, per acre, there are more alligators here than anywhere else in the world. This tour includes an interactive reptile show.

Exploring the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge on your own can be intimidating if you don’t know your way around on the water. Book this Thousand Islands 2-person Catamaran Tour to follow a knowledgeable guide who will keep you from getting lost and ensure you enjoy this pristine preserve to the fullest, with great opportunity to view the wildlife and sea life that inhabit the refuge.

CLEAR KAYAKING! Join us for an adventure in the scenic area of Wiggins Pass in Naples. We'll enjoy spectacular views of the Gulf of Mexico, Barefoot Beach Preserve and Delnor-Wiggins State Park. We'll kayak through mangroves and take photos along the way. Be on the lookout for dolphins, manatees and other local wildlife.

Explore the Everglades and discover the stunning range of animals living in this unique ecosystem on this intimate tour. On this small-group tour, there’s no need to clamber over the heads and shoulders of other tourists to catch a glimpse of this shallow-water area’s native residents – including fish, birds, sea turtles, manatees, and maybe even bottlenose dolphins. Disembark on an isolated island during the tour and enjoy the serenity of this unique nature tour.

Explore the thousands of islands around Marco Island by Go Cat boat. Whether you're an experienced boater or a complete novice, these two-person fiberglass boats are fun and easy to drive and maneuver, which means that exploring the mangroves, while looking for dolphins, manatees, and many different birds, is a breeze.

Uncover the treasures of Southwest Florida with unforgettable shelling, dolphin watching, and fishing tours in Naples. Explore the secluded island of Keewaydin, where rare seashells like the prized Junonia await your discovery. Master captains and Naturalists, your knowledgeable guide, will share fascinating stories about the local wildlife and history as you enjoy the stunning scenery. Perfect for families and adventurers alike, this tour promises a day filled with fun and learning, while the kids can experience the thrill of watching dolphins surf alongside the boat. Join us for a memorable day on the water. - Guided tours led by experienced Captains - Explore pristine beaches known for rare shells - Family-friendly activities suitable for all ages

Southwest Florida is home to a diverse ecosystem and marine life. See where the Gulf of Mexico and the waters of the Everglades converge during this sunset cruise. You’ll begin your sail in Naples then head out into the Everglades in search of alligators, sharks, and manatees. Then, you’ll ride through the Everglades National Park to the 10,000 Islands where more wildlife awaits. Finally, you’ll gaze at the sunset before heading back to Naples.

Kick back, relax, and let your captain set sail for the sunset with you and your party on this private cruise from Marco Island, Florida. Feel free to bring a cooler packed with your favorite food and refreshments, alcoholic and otherwise. Stop off at a secluded beach for some shelling, and keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife such as dolphins, alligators, manatees, and coastal birds.

Get an up-close view of Florida’s spectacular, coastal mangrove forests—and enjoy an active way to explore—on this kayaking or paddleboarding tour. Pick from multiple tour times, head to the departure point, and meet your guide: after an introduction to your kayak or paddleboard, you’ll hit the water. Paddle through mangrove tunnels, have the chance to spot wildlife like dolphins and manatees, and learn more about the forests from your guide.

Contact us if the date you want is not available as we can often make it happen! We commit to providing you an awesome experience, demonstrated by 600 5-star reviews on TripAdvisor! Join Paddle Naples in Bonita Springs. We will be paddling CLEAR tandem (2 seat) kayaks fitted with multi-color LED lighting systems. It is an easy 15 minute paddle out to the beach and main channel where we will search for wildlife. Big Hickory Island is prime habitat for marine life. We'll be on the lookout for shore birds, dolphins (year round), and manatees (Apr-Oct). We suggest a hat, sunglasses, water shoes, sunscreen, and bottled water. Insect repellent and a long sleeved sport pull-over help control bugs if they're out. Kayaks have a weight limit of 400 pounds and 225 pounds per seat. Kayaks are tandems (2 seat). If you book an odd number of persons we can usually accommodate by reconfiguring one to a single. Book what you need and we'll contact you if any issues. Minimum age is 5 years old.

Explore Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve in Naples on an ecotour by kayak. Following a guide, you'll paddle across the waters of the bay, part of the Ten Thousand Islands, for an up-close look at the mangrove forest. Watch for birds and other marine life on this tour suitable for beginner and advanced kayakers.

Explore the best dolphin-watching spots and shelling shores of Ten Thousand Islands on this private half-day boat tour from Marco Island. Set off on a unique shelling boat designed to navigate shallow waters so you can access the shell-covered coastline and hop out to gather unique specimens. Admire the local dolphin population frolicking in the nearby waters as you cruise through the islands.

Discover the ecosystem and wildlife of Florida’s Ten Thousand Islands refuge on a relaxing excursion. Board your vessel with a small group and navigate through the remote islets to discover the local wildlife. Keep your eyes peeled for manatees, dolphins, sea turtles, bald eagles, and many other species that call the area home.

Marco Island Boat Tours, a sister company of Everglades Area Tours, has been offering educational tours since the 90's. All our guides are formally trained, full-time Florida Master Naturalist and have years more experience than all others. The 10,000 Islands Wildlife Refuge is a wilderness and the wildlife are just that wild! However, our decades of experiences affords the best opportunity to locate, view and photograph wildlife. Note: June through October, we suggest the morning experiences due to the weather.

See the gentle giants of the sea in their natural habitat on this Everglades wildlife tour. Climb aboard the covered boat and set out along the Florida waterways to spot manatees, alligators, sharks, birds, and more. Learn about the local ecosystem and wildlife from your Coast Guard-certified captain and keep your eyes peeled for manatees that sometimes come right up to the boat.

Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime tour as you safely glide through Everglades mangrove tunnels and cypress ponds flush with exotic wildlife like American alligators, osprey, bald eagles, and other rare birds.

Take a break from the crowds and enjoy some time on the water during this private half-day shelling and beach adventure in Keewaydin. Discover shelling spots in Florida with the hell of a top shelling company. Ride on a custom boat as you navigate shallow waters packed with exquisite shells. Get close to dolphins and enjoy free parking in the luxury marina. For an intimate experience, only six passengers are allowed per boat.

The exclusive Go Cat Boat is a luxury catamaran. This is the newest and coolest way to explore the 10,000 islands around beautiful Naples Bay! Check us out on the web gocatsonthewater dot com. We visit unique mangrove tunnels and winding waterways. Super comfortable and super easy to drive; great for first time boaters or experienced mariners. It is real fiberglass boat (unlike those plastic boats) and sooooo fun to drive. We have local guides who know history, sea life, birds, manatee, dolphin, eco systems and local lore. Guaranteed to put smiles on everyone's face or your money back. Free pictures capturing the beauty and sea life. Don't hesitate to take this tour, check out our reviews, you'll love it!

In addition to searching for aquatic wildlife, you will also visit a quiet barrier island only accessible by boat. Once on the beach, you will have plenty of time to search for rare shells and swim. Throughout the trip, you can expect to see the Atlantic Bottle-nose Dolphin, the occasional Florida Manatee, and several diverse species of birds, such as pelicans, egrets, herons, kingfishers, eagles, osprey, and roseate spoonbill. Whether you're a visitor to South Florida or a long-time resident, this trip is sure to please.