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    2-Hour Dolphin Tour Around Marco Island

    Explore Marco Island's waters with insights into resident dolphins

    5.0 stars• 1.5K reviews

    Duration

    2 hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 14 people

    Includes

    Water bottles, cooler with ice

    Highlights

    Explore the waters around Marco Island on a boat tour focused on local dolphins. Take in the surrounding island ecosystem from the water.

    • Observe dolphins in their natural habitat
    • Discover stories about resident dolphin pods and individual animals
    • Watch for birds and seasonal manatee sightings
    • Bring snacks, food, and drinks to enjoy on board
    • Join a semi-private tour with up to 14 guests

    Itinerary

    When you arrive at the park, you will be instructed by a crew member where to park, how to get a parking pass, and where to wait for the tour. You will be waiting in the shaded pavilion area until called for your tour. If you are not approached or you do not hear your name called, please find a crew member in one of our company shirts, they say Florida Adventures and Rentals on them. Your group will be brought down to the dock and assisted to board the boat. Your captain will do a safety briefing and your tour will begin. Our dolphin tours travel all around the islands south of Marco Island. Your crew will provide you with interesting facts and information about the ecosystem, history, and wildlife you come across throughout the tour. The tour will start and end at the same park location. Please note tours may start a few minutes late or end a few minutes late depending on the amount of activity at the dock as this is a public boat ramp and dock.

    What's Included

    • Bottled water
    • Cooler with ice

    Important details

    • Infants must weigh more than 17 lbs to board
    • Minors must be accompanied by an adult
    • Only service animals are allowed on public tours
    • Expect a $10 parking pass charge, not included in the listed price, unless your vehicle has a Collier County Beach Sticker
    • Weather may delay, prevent, or shorten the tour for safety
    • Swimming with or feeding dolphins is not permitted

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 48 hours before your booking for a full refund. Changes require 48 hours' notice. No-shows and cancellations within 48 hours are charged in full. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

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    FAQs

    No. Swimming, feeding or harassing marine mammals is illegal under the Marine Mammal Act and the dolphins will avoid you.

    Unlikely because the route stays in calm backwaters, but take precautions if you are prone to motion sickness.

    Outdoor comfortable clothing; you will not be getting your feet wet.

    Meeting details

    Goodland Boat Park, 750 Palm Point Dr., Goodland, FL 34140

    Experience provided by Florida Adventures and Rentals

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    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

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    Toddler

    $21.47

    0-2 years old

    0

    Kid

    $73.45

    Ages 10 & Under

    0

    Adult

    $100.57

    Ages 11+

    0

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    Review summary

    5.0
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    The guides here absolutely make the experience, and it shows in every review. Whether you're out with Captain Colleen, Captain Elliot, Mike, Jessica, Dylan, or Marco, you're getting someone who genuinely loves what they do and knows the Marco Island area inside and out. People rave about how knowledgeable these captains are, sharing fascinating details about the 10,000 Islands ecosystem, marine life, and local history. But beyond the educational aspect, reviewers constantly mention how friendly, warm, and fun these guides are. They've got that rare combination of expertise and personality that turns a good boat tour into something families are calling "the highlight of our trip" and "a memory we'll treasure forever." The shelling tours to Kice Island seem to be the most popular activity, though jet ski adventures and wildlife sightseeing trips get equal love. Dolphins are practically guaranteed, with multiple groups describing pods jumping alongside their boats and swimming around them. Manatees, sea turtles, and various bird species make regular appearances too. The tours work beautifully for multi-generational families, with several reviewers specifically praising how well the captains engage both kids and adults. Repeat customers are common here, with some people making these tours an annual tradition. One enthusiastic visitor has already been three times and is planning a fourth. The booking and administrative staff also get mentioned positively, suggesting the whole operation runs smoothly from start to finish.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Colleen was our guide and we had the best day. I was after fighting conch and a few other types - mission accomplished ! We had dolphins jumping in our wake 2 times and a total of 8 spotted plus a stingray. 10/10

    Photo of Dawn Diehl

    Dawn Diehl

    August 16, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Colleen was our guide and we had the best day. I was after fighting conch and a few other types - mission accomplished ! We had dolphins jumping in our wake 2 times and a total of 8 spotted plus a stingray. 10/10

    Photo of Dawn Diehl

    Dawn Diehl

    August 16, 2026

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