Dolphin & Shelling Tour in Ten Thousand Islands
Look for coastal wildlife and rare shells on a guided boat outing
Duration
2.5 hours
Ideal For
Up to 12 people
Includes
Wildlife viewing, beach stop
Highlights
Explore Florida's coastal shoreline on a guided boat outing designed for all ages, with time to focus on shells and tide-pool life.
- Search for shells such as olives, alphabet cones, lace murex, and junonia
- Examine tide pools for sea stars, sand dollars, horse conchs, lightning whelks, and possibly octopus
- Learn about Florida's coastline from expert local guides
- Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a towel, water shoes or sandals, and a bag for shells
- Pack food, beverages, emergency medications, and an extra layer for cooler days
Itinerary
- Depart from Goodland, a historic fishing village on the south end of Marco Island
- Navigate the mangrove forests and waterways of the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge
- Wildlife viewing — dolphins, coastal birds, and whatever the Ten Thousand Islands have in store
- Beach stop on a remote barrier island accessible only by boat
- Explore the shoreline and tide pools for rare shells and marine life
- Return to Goodland
Important details
- Arrive 20 minutes before departure
- Complete the required digital waiver before departure
- Requires navigating stairs independently or with minimal assistance
- Open-water boat travel may not suit people with certain medical conditions
- On private charters for up to 6 passengers, children 6 and under must wear a personal flotation device at all times
- Infants under 12 months may be too small to safely fit the available infant personal flotation devices on private 6-passenger charters
Cancellation Policy
Change or cancel up to 72 hours before departure for a full refund. No-shows, late arrivals, and cancellations within 72 hours are not refundable. If dangerous weather prevents the tour and you cannot reschedule, receive a full refund. Tours ending after 45 minutes due to weather are prorated.
Product ID: 8NNH96
FAQs
Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour. The boat leaves the dock at the scheduled departure time, and late arrivals are treated as late arrivals/no-shows.
Bring swimwear, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, a towel, a camera, a bag to collect shells, a reusable water bottle, and any emergency medications you may need. Wear shoes/sandals and clothing that can get wet, and consider an extra layer on cooler days.
This tour is not recommended if you have significant mobility impairments. You should be able to navigate stairs independently or with minimal assistance.
Meeting details
The Little Bar, 205 Harbor Place N, Goodland, FL 34140
