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    Ecological Dolphin Tour in Cape Coral

    Cruise San Carlos Bay for dolphin sightings, an island stop, and mangrove wildlife on a 3-hour eco tour

    From$77/ personincl. taxes and fees

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    Duration

    3 Hours

    Includes

    Guided boat tour, Island stop

    Highlights

    Slow down and explore the coastal waters of Southwest Florida on a guided 3-hour eco cruise. Watch for dolphins, birds, and mangroves as you travel from the Caloosahatchee River to San Carlos Bay with a stop on a natural island.

    • Cruise San Carlos Bay toward Sanibel Island
    • Watch for dolphins and nesting birds
    • Stop on a natural island to picnic and shell
    • Meander through a mangrove creek forest
    • Learn about the local ecosystem from your crew
    • Look for endangered manatees on calm days

    What's Included

    • Guided eco boat tour
    • Island stop for exploring

    Things to know

    Arrive at check-in at least 15 minutes before departure. Tours run in light rain; dress for the weather and wear suitable shoes for natural paths and sand. You may bring food and beverages in a small cooler; no red wine, hard liquor, or personal music.

    Cancellation policy

    Tickets are nonrefundable and cannot be rescheduled once purchased. Tours run in light rain; the operator may cancel for severe or unsafe weather. If the operator cancels, you may reschedule (subject to availability) or receive a refund. Tours are usually not canceled within 1 hour of departure and may run up to 1 hour past return time.

    Meeting location

    5789 Cape Harbour Dr. #101, Cape Coral, FL (33914) at the waterside behind 'The French Press' Coffee Shop

    Experience provided by Banana Bay Tour Company
    Experience provided by Banana Bay Tour Company

    How can we help?

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

    Call or text (650) 414-7338

    Reference #2XDC77

    Adult Eco

    $77.62

    Ages 12+

    0

    Child Eco

    $72

    Ages 3 - 11

    0

    Wee One

    $33.75

    Ages 0-2

    0

    *Price includes taxes and fees

    Why book through Greetwell?

    • Greetwell Approved

      This experience meets our quality and safety standards

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    • Flexible Cancellation

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    4.9 stars• 996 reviews

    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    996 reviews•Google Maps

    Dolphin sightings are practically guaranteed here, with guests consistently reporting multiple encounters on every tour. The captains clearly know these waters inside and out, spotting dolphins (and even the occasional manatee) within minutes of departure. What sets this operation apart is the comfortable covered boat with table seating arrangements that keep family groups together rather than cramming everyone in elbow-to-elbow. The crew, particularly guides like Dave, Jeff, and Bruce, get frequent shoutouts for being genuinely engaging and informative without the scripted tour-guide feel. The sunset tours seem especially popular, combining wildlife watching with gorgeous views as you cruise back to the harbor. Families with kids appreciate how patient the crew is with questions, and several reviewers mention smooth rides that even work for passengers prone to motion sickness. The guides share interesting local history, including candid talk about Hurricane Ian's impact on the area. It's become a repeat booking for many visitors and locals hosting out-of-town guests, which speaks volumes about the consistent quality and reasonable pricing.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    We decided to book a sunset dolphin tour with them while on a trip to Cape Coral last week. We had so much fun and saw so many dolphins that we decided to book a second trip 2 days later and we saw even more dolphins that time. This tour was different than other dolphin tours I’ve done before. The boat is covered which was very nice. They also make sure to seat you with your group. Every group has their own table and space. Other tours I’ve done cram as many people as they can onto the boat and you’re elbow to elbow with strangers. We really enjoyed learning about the dolphins and they were very kind and listened to all of my kid’s questions and answered them all. We really enjoyed this tour and will book again next time we travel that way.

    Photo of Becky Winston

    Becky Winston

    August 3, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We decided to book a sunset dolphin tour with them while on a trip to Cape Coral last week. We had so much fun and saw so many dolphins that we decided to book a second trip 2 days later and we saw even more dolphins that time. This tour was different than other dolphin tours I’ve done before. The boat is covered which was very nice. They also make sure to seat you with your group. Every group has their own table and space. Other tours I’ve done cram as many people as they can onto the boat and you’re elbow to elbow with strangers. We really enjoyed learning about the dolphins and they were very kind and listened to all of my kid’s questions and answered them all. We really enjoyed this tour and will book again next time we travel that way.

    Photo of Becky Winston

    Becky Winston

    August 3, 2025

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