Private 3-hour dolphin and shelling tour with 30 minutes of tubing for up to 6 guests
3 Hours
Up to 6 people
Dolphin tour, Shelling, Tubing
Explore on a private boat tour built for groups of up to 6 passengers, combining dolphin watching, shelling, and 30 minutes of tubing. Plan for a 3-hour outing with time on the water and time to search for shells.
Change or cancel up to 72 hours before departure for a full refund. No refund for no-call/no-show, late arrivals, or cancellations within 72 hours. Full refund for cancellations due to dangerous weather if you are unable to reschedule. If you return to the dock 45+ minutes into the tour, time is prorated and refunded for remaining time.
Bring sunscreen, sandals or water shoes, towels, a sweatshirt or jacket, and reusable eco-friendly bags or buckets for shelling.
Book the whole boat for up to 6 passengers.
If dangerous weather leads to a cancellation before or immediately after departure, you get a full refund if you can’t reschedule. If weather forces a return to the dock 45 minutes or more into the tour, your time is prorated and you’re refunded for the remaining time.
Captain Glenn leads most of the tours you'll read about, though Captains Alex, Clay, and Dan also get glowing mentions across the board. The crew here clearly knows their waters well, and guests consistently come away having spotted dolphins, manatees, sea turtles, and a surprising variety of birds. The wildlife sightings feel genuine rather than guaranteed, which makes them all the more memorable when they happen. What really stands out is how much the captains engage with their groups, sharing local history, ecology, and genuinely funny commentary along the way. Private charters are available and seem to work beautifully for families with kids and grandparents alike. Tours also include shelling stops at secluded spots, and guests recommend bringing a bag for what you find. One reviewer noted a weather-related delay, but even then managed to have a good time, which says something about the overall experience. Easily worth booking if you're in the Marco Island or Naples area.
Went on the Dolphin and Shelling Cruise with Captain Glenn today. We had the most delightful time 🤩 Captain Glenn was really informative and made every effort to get the dolphins to follow us. We saw manatees, pelicans, storks, ospreys and a plethora of dolphins; it was stunning sat there watching the dolphins in the wild. It was very obvious that Captain Glenn was extremely passionate in what he did and was really delighted when we saw a pod of dolphins with their babies. Captain Glenn was an absolute delight and was such good fun. Would highly recommend a visit 🤩
Alison Everingham
May 21, 2026
Went on the Dolphin and Shelling Cruise with Captain Glenn today. We had the most delightful time 🤩 Captain Glenn was really informative and made every effort to get the dolphins to follow us. We saw manatees, pelicans, storks, ospreys and a plethora of dolphins; it was stunning sat there watching the dolphins in the wild. It was very obvious that Captain Glenn was extremely passionate in what he did and was really delighted when we saw a pod of dolphins with their babies. Captain Glenn was an absolute delight and was such good fun. Would highly recommend a visit 🤩
Alison Everingham
May 21, 2026