Ride Marco Island backwaters with a guide and watch for wildlife
2 hours
Up to 3 people
Life jackets, dry bags, gas
Ride your own jet ski through the backwaters of the 10,000 Islands with a guide. Take in mangrove islands, mudflats, and oyster bars as you explore waterways beyond the reach of boats.
Guests will need to arrive 30 minutes ahead of scheduled tour time. During check in your guide will ask for drivers licenses and boater safety certificates/licenses required to operate the jet ski. Each guest would then need to fill out a waiver. Tour will begin with proper operation of the jet ski on the floating dock. Your guide will also provide hand signals to be used throughout to ensure if you need anything you know how to get their attention. Once the safety briefing is completed, your guide will launch you into the water and you will begin your 30 mile route east into the 10,000 Islands! The tour starts and ends in the same location.
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before start. Cancellations or changes within 48 hours, no-shows, late arrivals, impaired arrivals, or missing required documentation are charged in full. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
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Arrive 30 minutes before your start time to complete check-in paperwork and the safety briefing. If you arrive at your scheduled start time instead of 30 minutes early, you may be rescheduled or canceled with no refund.
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. If you were born on or after January 1, 1988, bring your Boater Safety Certificate (printed or saved on your phone). If you’re 16–17, a natural or adoptive parent must be present at check-in with a valid photo ID to sign a waiver.
Each jet ski holds up to 2 adults, or 2 adults plus 1 small child (ages 4–10), with a maximum combined weight of 450 lbs. Three adults cannot ride on one jet ski.
Rose Marina, 951 Bald Eagle Dr., Marco Island, FL 34145
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.
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
Dawn Diehl
August 16, 2026
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
Dawn Diehl
August 16, 2026
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