Half-Day Super Shelling Tour
Recommended by 100% of travelers
Naples, USA
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Shelling is practically the state sport in Florida, and you’ll go home with a veritable haul on this small-group shelling tour. The adventure starts on the water, where you’ll take a boat ride to Marco Island, spotting dolphins along the way. Once on land, your guide will clue you into all the remote hotspots to find shells and sand dollars, ensuring you don’t leave without one-of-a-kind souvenirs.
- Cruise along the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge, spotting dolphins and more
- Get access to a remote sandbar, upping your chances of finding exquisite shells
- Your guide helps you spot wildlife, shells, sand dollars, and more
- Limited to 6 travelers, you'll get a more personalized experience
What's Included
- Cooler with Ice
- Complementary Shelling Bags
- Parking Fees
- Restroom on board
- Food (Yes, you can bring your own food!)
- Drinks (BYOB - please, no red wine!)
- Bottled Water
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 220 Goodland Dr E, Marco Island, FL 34145, USA
Free parking across the street from Stan's Idle Hour Restaurant in the gravel lot behind the white fence. Our boats are located on the "Private Dock" behind our banner and flags.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.6:30 am
Itinerary
1
Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Marco Island (Pass By)
2
Cape Romano
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
3
Kice Island
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- Not wheelchair accessible
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
based on 12 reviews
Matthew_S, Feb 2026
Shells, dolphins, wild life! Cap’n John made the day, he made the dolphins play, we ate a coconut and learned a lot about shells and many other things!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you, Matthew. Florida Island Tours is thrilled to hear your Half-Day Super Shelling Tour was such a hit. Captain John loves creating fun, hands-on days filled with shells, dolphins, and wildlife, and it’s great to know the learning and surprises made it memorable. Moments like dolphins playing and discovering shells are what make our Marco Island shelling tours so special. We’d love to have you back out on the water again soon. 🐚🐬🌴
— Florida Island Tours 🚤
Lauren_S, Jan 2026
The early morning start provided peace, quiet, calm, and a beautiful sunrise over the water. Captain Nate took us to two remote shelling spots where we found an abundance of shells and sand dollars (no Junonia this time but I did find a -Scotch Bonnet), and he even found a pod of dolphins to take along with our boat for a bit on the ride back. A beautiful morning! Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for the lovely review, Lauren. Florida Island Tours is glad the Half-Day Super Shelling Tour delivered such a peaceful and rewarding morning. That early start often brings calm water, beautiful light, and ideal shelling conditions, making finding sand dollars and a Scotch Bonnet especially exciting. Captain Nate always enjoys adding a dolphin encounter when nature cooperates, and those ride-along moments are a favorite part of our Marco Island shelling tours. We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another eco tour adventure soon 🐚🐬
— Florida Island Tours 😊
Michelle_S, Feb 2023
Captain Nate was the best! Told us all about the dolphins and the different names he has given them (Hook and Knuckles). Took us to amazing places to get shells! We had a wonderful day! Thanks Captain Nate!
Response from Host, Mar 2023
So glad you had fun on the shelling tour! Our captains live entertaining our guests and helping them find amazing shells and sand dollars too! Plus dolphins too? Sounds like it was a bonus tour 🐬😎👍
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