Top Naples Wildlife Watching in 2026

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, this 2-hour catch-and-release trip explores scenic mangroves and calm waters, offering chances to spot dolphins and sharks while discovering Florida's coastal wildlife.

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.

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.

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.

Explore the Ten Thousand Islands by boat on a small-group cruise tour to one of Florida’s top natural attractions. Depart from Marco Island, located just south of Naples. Head to an isolated barrier island that is only accessible by boat, where you can swim in the warm waters, search for shells, and look for marine and other wildlife.

Suitable for families, time-sensitive adventurers, and wildlife enthusiasts, this private kayak safari tour through the Everglades offers a glimpse into three distinct ecosystems in one trip. Experience the beauty of Southwest Florida as you glide through mangrove tunnels and spot diverse wildlife in its natural habitat. Expert guides will lead you to hidden gems, from cypress trees draped in Spanish moss to alligators basking in the sun.

*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* Access to Hidden Shelling Beaches: We take you beyond the typical tourist spots to remote islands like 2nd Chance, Dickmans, Cape Romano and Kice Island — places only accessible by boat and known for their rare shell finds. Local Expertise: Your guide is a seasoned shelling expert with deep knowledge of the 10,000 Islands ecosystem, tides, and the best shelling techniques. Wildlife Encounters: Spot dolphins, manatees, pelicans, and other native wildlife as you cruise through mangrove-lined waterways. Private & Personalized: With space for up to 6 guests, this is a private experience tailored to your pace and interests — perfect for families, couples, or small groups. Peaceful Escape: No crowds, no rush — just you, the sea breeze, and miles of untouched shoreline.

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.

Look for dolphins in the waters of the Ten Thousand Islands on this boat tour from Marco Island. With a captain-guide, explore a piece of Florida's gulf coast to see and learn about the natural environment. You also have the opportunity to spot shorebirds with your live guide on hand to identify them.

If you are looking to see a manatee in a kayak this is best location and the best chance to see the elusive manatee in a kayak. We are only one of two outfitters that go on the unique route in search for the manatees giving it more solitude the other rivers while paddling thru the maze of sawgrass prairies and mangrove tunnels. At the end of the trip we will spend around a half an hour looking for alligators and manatees in the port of the isle canal. The manatees love this area because of the warmer water. We are the only company in Florida to have the "triple crown" of the Permits in Everglades, Naples and Marco Island. Our small group size, best tour choices, most comfortable kayaks and the best guides in the industry have led the "Golden Standard" of this kayak industry for the last 17 years.

The Florida Everglades is one of only two everglade systems in the world. Experience this abundant ecosystem by kayak during this half-day excursion. Join a small group and paddle through the mangrove forests to observe local wildlife including alligators, turtles, and several bird species. While you paddle, learn about conservation efforts from your naturalist guide.