Top Naples Outdoor Activities

Discover the sights and marine life of Naples on a sightseeing cruise. You have the opportunity to see birds, dolphins, and, season permitting, manatees. The cruise also takes you past the area’s top mansions, Keewaydin Island, and more. Relax and learn about local history, wildlife, and celebrity real estate during on board commentary. It’s the perfect time to take unobstructed photographs of the city and its natural surroundings.

Have a kayak adventure around the mangroves near Naples and Marco Island. Led by a naturalist, you’ll safely explore the famous mangrove tunnels and look for dolphins and manatee while your guide shares fascinating information and funny jokes. Enjoy the comfort of your own kayak (unless you’re with a child, who will join you in a tandem) and receive free photos taken by your guide.

Experience the natural beauty and marine life of Southwest Florida up-close with a CLEAR kayak! Don't just take our word on what an awesome tour this is... see our TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards for 2022-2023-2024! Paddle Naples' tours are in the top 10% of all worldwide tours! Our Five-Star guided eco-tours and rentals take you through Estero Bay and the Gulf of Mexico’s most incredible paddling routes... including mangrove tunnels, secluded beaches, and prime shelling areas! This is prime habitat for dolphins (year round) and manatees (mostly warm water months). We use top quality standard kayaks and paddleboards that are comfortable and easy to paddle. We have CLEAR paddleboards too, and HOBIE pedal kayaks if needed. Complementary photos included! Looking for something truly unique? Try our CLEAR Kayak Sunset Glow Tour. We will paddle to a secluded beach for shelling until sunset, then we turn on the colorful underwater LED lights and have a great time paddling back!

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.

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.

Kayak at your own pace, as you enjoy one of the best locations in SWFL to kayak and enjoy our beautiful eco system. Bring your family, friends and pets along for the ride. Explore a secluded beach with awesome shelling, mangrove tunnels, and pristine water ways. Most days you will have a Dolphin experience, and many days during season you will see Manatees, everyday you will see some sort of wonderful wildlife our eco system harbors. CLEAR KAYAKS: Clears do not operate as singles, these are tandems only! Which requires you to book for two people minimum. The water clarity in the Gulf of Mexico is highly variable. For the best conditions book on non-windy days and a timeslot with an incoming tide. If the water is murky it is due to a host of variables such as, high winds, outgoing tides, and storms.

Cruise the beautiful waters of Marco Island while taking in the wildlife and making a stop at a remote island for some shelling and beach time. After the beach we check out some of the local hot spots for some catch and release fishing. This trips is a crowd favorite. We customize each trip to the guests to make a unforgettable experience! This excursion lasts for 4 hours. Pricing is for 6 people max. * Please note this is a catch and release trip* *** Have a Group Larger than 6? We have 2 boats and can take groups up to 12 people. Please reach out to customer service and they will assist you in booking***

Our 2-hour cruise is designed for relaxation and deeper discovery. While shorter tours offer a quick look, this experience allows your licensed captain to guide you through the winding canals of Aqualane Shores and Port Royal. Enjoy a front-row view of prestigious waterfront estates—architectural masterpieces hidden from the main bay. With extra time on the water, relax, socialize, and take photos as you cruise calm canals and scenic waterways. Watch for dolphins and native birds along palm-lined shores—without the rough Gulf waters. Step aboard our tropical, hexagon-shaped tiki boat for a fun, personal experience with your captain. Book by the seat (up to 6 passengers) or reserve a private charter. This is a BYOB cruise—bring your favorite drinks and snacks. We provide a cooler with ice, cups, leis, photo props, Bluetooth music, and all required safety equipment. Also consider our Bonita Springs tour launching from The Fish House and our pontoon cruises.

Set sail on this beautifully appointed Catamaran, "Cool Beans", and start making lasting memories! Cool Beans Cruises is the perfect way to see SW Florida, By Water! Choose from a 2.5 hr. Day-Sail or a 2 hr. Champagne Sunset Cruise. With quick access to the Gulf of Mexico, you will experience true sailing with limited motoring. A stop for a swim to a secluded pristine beach for shelling can be part of the Day Sail Only(weather permitting). Keep your cameras ready to capture a photo of the local wildlife to see along the way! Cool Beans Catamaran will accommodate up to 20 passengers. PRICE INCLUDES SODA, WATER, BEER, & WHITE WINE . A CHAMPAGNE TOAST AT SUNSET IS INCLUDED FOR THE SUNSET CRUISE. Please note that parties of 7 or more, an 18% gratuity is added to our base price and is due and payable to the Captain. Also available is our 25 Ft .Pontoon, Lil' Beans! Perfect for up close eco/nature /shelling and island hopping. Book a Private tour for a group for up to 6 guests

Experience the Florida Everglades with a local guide to share fun facts about the area’s history, culture, and wildlife as your boat coasts through the water. Just sit back, relax, and soak up the scenery while your captain does the navigating. Look out for sea turtles, manatees, dolphins, and more local wildlife before you disembark and take a stroll down the Everglades City Boardwalk.

Explore Ten Thousand Islands, Keewaydin Island and more aboard our luxury pontoon. Private 2 ½ hour luxury pontoon tour Accommodates up to 6 guests Eco/Nature Tours Island hopping Shelling

Tackle the waters surrounding Florida’s Marco Island to try your luck at spotting some local dolphins and manatees from your paddleboard or kayak with the help of a guide. The tour leader is also on hand to help you learn more about the local wildlife and how they live. Make sure you keep your eyes peeled for sea turtles and pink spoonbill birds too.

Cruise aboard the Double Sunshine from Naples and into the Gulf of Mexico at sunset. Move freely on the deck to see the best views and capture lovely pictures. You may be able to spot dolphins or manatees swimming in the gulf. Cruise past stunning mansions in exclusive Port Royal, serene Keewaydin Island, and enjoy the tales of Florida history from your knowledgeable captain.

Nature lovers can spend a day immersed in pristine landscapes on this shelling cruise from Naples, Florida to Keewaydin Island. Join a small group and board your vessel for the journey to the remote island. Cruise past mangrove forests and see wildlife such as alligators, dolphins, and even manatees along the way. Once you reach Keewaydin, take a nature walk and fill your big with beach treasures before heading back.

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.

Spend a relaxing day fishing on the Gulf of Mexico during this family-friendly excursion from Naples. Your vessel ventures out to calm waters where everyone can enjoy a peaceful fishing experience. Cast your line for several species including redfish, snook, sheepshead, and trout. This tour is ideal for families with young children and inexperienced fisherpeople who would like to try a new sport.

Join owner and guide Mike on a LED HOBIE GLOW ADVENTURE!!! Our Hobie Pedal Mirage Drives and their powerful LED lighting make our sunset kayak tour unique. Whether you choose to paddle or pedal, your experience will be epic, and allow you to effortlessly go through currents, go further, and see more. The LED glow lights not only highlight the mangrove eco system but make the experience very exciting. Southwest Florida Sunsets are breath taking, as you travel to the beach to watch the sunset, we will search for Dolphins and Manatees, and navigate mangrove tunnels. When we return from the sunset, the LEDs will light your way in an special way.

Soak up the natural beauty of Bonita Springs and discover its marine wildlife on a relaxed self-guided tour either by SUP or kayak. Look out for manatees and dolphins as you drift through Estero Bay, home to one of the Gulf’s most wildlife-rich habitats, following mangrove tunnels and paddling to secluded beaches primed for shelling. Take this tour at your own pace with pre-designed routes to guide you.

Experience the beauty and diversity of Florida's Everglades on a kayak tour. Join a small group and paddle through mangrove forests in search of local wildlife. During the winter months, manatees can be spotted congregating in the cooler waters of deep canals. You can also observe other animals like river otters, alligators, and several bird species during your tour.

Kick back and relax on this beautiful 53' sailing catamaran that can accommodate up to 44 passengers. Cruise through the prestigious Port Royal neighborhood in Naples Bay and then set sail into the Gulf of Mexico to watch a breathtaking sunset while sipping your favorite cocktail. Cruises are narrated to point out interesting sights along the way. Dolphin sightings are plentiful and fun for all ages. Pack your favorite drinks and snacks in a cooler, and don't forget to take some pictures! We've been cruising the Naples Waterways since 1991 and are family-owned and operated. Guests are welcome to bring small coolers with their favorite beverages and snacks. Alcohol is permitted. Please note this is not a private boat tour, this is a group tour with others onboard Boarding time is 15 minutes prior to scheduled departure time. Please allow enough time to park and walk down the dock. We leave promptly on time.

Go kayaking in the Rookery Bay Reserve on a half-day tour from Naples that is led by a local biologist guide. Learn about the wildlife and ecosystem of this stunning part of the Ten Thousand Islands in southwest Florida as you paddle through mangrove tunnels, mudflats, and oyster reefs. Look for birds and marine life such as sea stars, dolphins, large snails, and possibly even manatees.

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.

Introduce your family to fishing on a private charter from Marco Island, designed for anglers of all experience levels. Friendly captains provide hands-on guidance and enjoy teaching children the basics, making it an accessible experience for beginners. With all fishing equipment included and no license required, it's an easy way to spend quality time together on the water while discovering Florida's coastal wildlife.