Dolphin Watch Eco Shelling Cruise to Keewaydin Island
Recommended by 96% of travelers
Naples, USA
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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.
- Learn about the local environment from your captain
- Spend the cruise soaking up nature and the sun
- A small group means more attention from your guide
- Choose from a few tour times to suit your schedule
What's Included
- Shelling bag for each guest
- Bottled water
- Free Parking
- Snacks
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 1200 5th Ave S, Naples, FL 34102, USA
Departure point: Pure Florida Naples Tin City Waterside Shops
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Join a small group at Tin City Waterside Shops for a journey to Keewaydin Island, aboard a comfortable vessel. Enjoy the convenience of included boat travel, eliminating the need to figure out timetables and how to book tickets.
Cruise through Naples Bay, passing by luxurious mansions and lush mangrove forests. Keep an eye out for local wildlife, including alligators, dolphins, and manatees. The tour offers opportunities to slow down and observe these animals in their natural habitat, making it ideal for wildlife enthusiasts.
A highlight of the trip is a stop at Keewaydin Island. Here, embark on a nature walk along the pristine white sand beach, and use the provided shelling bag to collect beach treasures.
Throughout the cruise, learn about the local ecosystem from your captain to enrich your trip. Conclude your adventure back at Tin City Waterside Shops, returning with unique seashell souvenirs.
Cruise through Naples Bay, passing by luxurious mansions and lush mangrove forests. Keep an eye out for local wildlife, including alligators, dolphins, and manatees. The tour offers opportunities to slow down and observe these animals in their natural habitat, making it ideal for wildlife enthusiasts.
A highlight of the trip is a stop at Keewaydin Island. Here, embark on a nature walk along the pristine white sand beach, and use the provided shelling bag to collect beach treasures.
Throughout the cruise, learn about the local ecosystem from your captain to enrich your trip. Conclude your adventure back at Tin City Waterside Shops, returning with unique seashell souvenirs.
1
Naples Bay
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
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Keewaydin Island
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Due to uneven surfaces and disembarking boat onto Keewaydin Island, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
- Most travelers can participate
- No service animals are allowed onboard. If you have a service animal and are looking to participate, please call our office directly.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 44 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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Featured review
Tammy_K
Our guide was great! (Gentleman from Ohio)
He wasn't in a rush and showed us a bald Eagle's nest! He was so full of local knowledge. The beach was stunning and the pathway in was like a magical entrance. All around great time and we'll worth the money.
Reviews
4.8
based on 361 reviews
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Mary_S, Jul 2026
You will see dolphin on the cruise over and back. The island has a beautiful beach to walk and the water is incredible. We found some good shells!
Jennifer_M, May 2026
We really enjoyed this trip. The captain and mate were great. Loved our stop for some shelling and on the way back we got to see several dolphins and they made sure to stop and wait so everyone had a chance to see them.
Marie_C, May 2026
Captain Chris was awesome. It was a beautiful day for a ride and Keewaydin did not disappoint. We only saw a variety of wildlife, including a dolphin. Learned a lot about the area. Will definitely do this to again!
Nina_H, May 2026
Not enough shelling time. Shells scarce anyway. Too much time circling to find dolphins. Did not live up to expectations.
Horrible directions for finding the place! Had to call to navigate around all the 6th Ave S signs
AnneValerie_L, May 2026
Very nice activity! Not too long not too short, just perfect and our captain gave nice information during the experience!
Olga_N, Apr 2026
The guides were both wonderful - fun and friendly and very informative- we really enjoyed the whole experience
cindy_m, Apr 2026
This was the perfect morning for my special needs sister.
She loved the boat ride, seeing wild life, finding beautiful shells at the beach.
Having dolphins swimming next to, and in front of the boat on our way home was the perfect exclamation point to an amazing morning ❣️
Captains Dillon & Bobby were really knowledgeable, kind and respectful.
I think my sis has a crush on them both🤩
Karen_D, Apr 2026
Relaxing, saw a lot of wildlife, and enjoyed shelling. The Captain and mate were very informative and friendly.
Barbara_A, Mar 2026
Dolphin Watch was fabulous as they were very active this afternoon. The beach is beautiful and maybe 8 miles long? Shelling was fun and we were given a bag in which to place our treasures
Stacey_M, Mar 2026
The boat ride was phenomenal with a dozen dolphin sightings, along with osprey, bald eagle and many more birds. We saw an osprey feedings chicks and 2 dolphins hunting right at the edge of the mangrove forest beach. There’s a 2 minute walk from the dock to the beach. Spent and hour on the beach collecting shells of all types about the size of you palm or smaller. It was low tide which I highly recommend. The guides were funny and informative. There’s a primitive restroom on board along with water and some alcoholic drinks for sale. A must for families with toddlers to teens!
Michele_G, Mar 2026
Took a pre ious shelling excursion out of Marco Island and found this one with Mike and Jacob as captains to be far superior. The engagement and knowledge were top bar. Highly recommend!! 🌟🌟🌟
Maureen_M, Mar 2026
Great trip, wonderful sights, very interesting narration. Captain and first mate super nice! Saw a ton of wildlife and great shelling!!
Lynne_M, Mar 2026
Great experience. Went along with my 22 and 25-year-old children and my 87-year-old mother. We saw dolphins and lots of wildlife. Plenty of time on the island. Felt a bit rushed on the way back. Would love to have stopped to see a couple dolphins.
Ben_H, Feb 2026
We had a great time on this boat ride. The captain and first mate were both very nice and knowledgeable. We saw eagles, Osprey and dolphins 🐬. The shell hunting on the beach was a great difference from other boat rides.
carole_p, Feb 2026
The tour itself was awesome but trying to find parking and the exact address was challenging. There is a listed address and a meeting point address
Paula_P, Feb 2026
Absolutely wonderful! Saw tons of birds and beautiful dolphins… loved it from start to finish!!!!!!!
Delia_B, Feb 2026
This was a very fun trip. Being in the water and seeing all the natural beauty was so worth it. The captain was entertaining. He made sure we saw dolphins!
John_M, Feb 2026
Wonderful excursion! Captain and first mate were extremely knowledgeable about the Eco system and Naples area in general. The island provided the most beautiful and plentiful seashells! Having iguanas great us with a photo opportunity was extra fun! We also had the opportunity to see a pair of dolphins swim alongside the boat!
Maryann_F, Jan 2026
We had a great trip with Captain Josh and First mate Jackson. Josh was very informative and knew a lot about the area and Jackson was very polite making sure everyone had what they needed. I would definitely recommend 😊
Brianna_W, Dec 2025
We had a great time on their Dolphin eco tour and shelling on Keywadin island. We saw a bottle nose dolphin mom her calf. We also saw a male bottle nose dolphin. We went shelling and found lots of great shells on the less occupied Kewaydin island.
Jennifer_R, Dec 2025
This experience was amazing. I’m normally afraid to go on boats but after being assured that the water was calm, I climbed aboard and had a beautiful day. The captain and first mate (Zack) were kind, fun and knowledgeable. I traveled solo but was in a small group for the tour which made the day fun. The complementary water was a nice surprise since I had left mine in my uber. Along the way to shelling we saw several Bald Eagles, pelicans, and dolphins. We had a little over an hour to explore the shelling island to look for treasures. I’m still happily surprised at the amount of shells that were on the beach. My shell collecting bag, which was provided by the tour group, was full of beautiful shells. The island was small but big enough for our group to spread out to collect shells and swim in the clear warm water. The sand was soft and light but wear flip flops or water shoes because the shells on the shore are sharp. Pm the return trip was looked for more dolphins and toured the beautiful homes along the shore. This is a must do for anyone that likes exploring, nature and seashells. I will definitely be doing this tour next time I’m in Naples!
Michael_L, Nov 2025
Captain Mike was awesome. Very knowledgeable about the history and nature of the area. A little more time shelling would have been nice but overall we had a wonderful morning
Mary_R, Nov 2025
Found a cone, several tulips, and many, many welks. Lots of shells that are easy to find. Saw dolphins both to and from the island, plus many native birds.
Andrew_C, Nov 2025
Great experience. The captain had tons of information and stopped the boat to show us dolphins, which my kids loved
Lorraine_H, Nov 2025
Found a ton of shells just remember to bring your water shoes, the shells are sharp! The Gulf of America is beautiful! Captain and his mate was so nice!
Melissa_H, Nov 2025
As a sun-worshiper this was the highlight of my month! Thoroughly relaxed and enjoyed the boat trip with dolphins and various birds. The shelling experience was so peaceful and exciting. My son had a blast too! Our captain was very kind and informative. Would definitely recommend!
Jenni_K, Oct 2025
Worth it! A great way to just get away and enjoy. Would totally do this again!!! Loved seeing the dolphins play!
Brian_B, Oct 2025
It was an interesting and enjoyable boat trip Pat and Dylan were amazing! Showed us all the gulf had to offer and then some! Came home with shells galore from the private island! We’d do this trip again in a heartbeat. Thanks for showing us such a great experience!
Tricia_S, Jul 2025
Captain Chris and Lucas were great! Told us some facts as we traveled to the island. Stopped to see dolphins. Make sure you have on your bathing suit because it’s hot on the beach. The Gulf of America was very refreshing!!!
Karen_R, Jul 2025
Braxton & Booby were knowledgeable & fun! Shells are easy to find on the beautiful beach.Tin City is cute to do some shopping after your ride.
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