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    Fort Myers Beach Shelling Cruise

    Cruise local islands and collect shells on a 3-hour eco tour

    4.8 stars• 1.5K reviews
    From$77/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    3 Hours

    Includes

    Eco cruise, Shelling bags

    Highlights

    Explore the waters around Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel, and Lover’s Key on a 3-hour eco cruise. Stop at Big Hickory Island or Sanibel Island to walk the beach, collect shells, or dip your toes in Gulf waters.

    • Look for dolphins and manatees along the waterways
    • Learn local history and ecology from the captain and crew
    • Pass island mangrove forests along the coast
    • Collect shells while helping protect live shells and island ecosystems
    • Enjoy a cruise designed for all ages, beach lovers, and nature photographers

    What's Included

    • Shelling bag

    Know before you go

    • Check in 45 minutes before departure at the Pirate Store, 2500 Main Street, Fort Myers Beach
    • Receive a physical boarding ticket when you check in
    • Do not bring coolers or outside alcoholic drinks onboard
    • Leave dogs behind; service animals are welcome
    • Use Visa, Mastercard, or Discover; American Express is not accepted
    • Weather-related departure decisions are made by the captain

    Cancellation Policy

    Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the cruise. No refunds for late arrivals, no-shows, or day-of cancellations. If the operator cancels due to weather or unforeseen circumstances, you can receive a refund. If the cruise turns around due to weather, you can reschedule or receive a raincheck, but no refund.

    FAQs

    Yes, the vessel is wheelchair accessible.

    No. Dogs are not allowed onboard, but service animals are welcome.

    No coolers or outside alcoholic drinks are allowed onboard. A full-service bar sells alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

    Meeting details

    Salty Sam's Marina, 2500 Main Street, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

    Experience provided by Salty Sam’s Cruises
    Experience provided by Salty Sam’s Cruises

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    Adult

    $77.62

    Ages 14 and up

    0

    Child

    $61.88

    Ages 2-13

    0

    Sweet Pea

    $0

    Under 2 (Free, but must be included in booking)

    0

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    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
    1.5K reviews•Google Maps
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    Families with kids consistently rave about this Fort Myers attraction, with parents noting how the high-energy pirate performers keep children engaged and entertained throughout the full 90-minute cruise. The interactive activities seem perfectly pitched for the younger crowd, especially those ages 5-8, though grandparents report their grandkids having a blast too. Many families opt for the pirate goody bag packages, which appear popular among guests. Beyond the kid-friendly pirate theme, the crew earns frequent praise for their knowledge and friendliness. Captains like Ken and Dave get called out by name for being informative about the area while keeping things fun and relaxed. The dolphin sightings are a definite highlight, with the crew actively working to spot pods and get close-up views. The sunset cruises also get strong recommendations, though weather can occasionally interfere. The boats themselves are described as clean and comfortable, with reasonably priced drinks available onboard. It's clearly a well-loved family activity that delivers on the entertainment promise.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Was an amazing time and our grandchildren loved it! The folks were great with the kids & well worth the money. It was great seeing the coast line and the view was great.

    Photo of Douglas Kroft

    Douglas Kroft

    July 5, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Was an amazing time and our grandchildren loved it! The folks were great with the kids & well worth the money. It was great seeing the coast line and the view was great.

    Photo of Douglas Kroft

    Douglas Kroft

    July 5, 2026

    Great for groups

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