Ride a Naples water shuttle to Keewaydin Island with beach-day extras
4.5 Hours
Up to 6 people
Chair & canopy, towel, drinks
Take a beach taxi from Naples to Keewaydin Island and choose your drop-off spot: a quieter “Secret beach” or the main beach with more activity. Relax on the sand with included beach gear, plus complimentary drinks and fruit salad.
Two extra hours are available upon request (request one day before departure) for $150 per booking. Fishing at Keewaydin (not from the boat) is available upon request for $80 per person and includes a fishing pole and frozen bait.
Full refund with 72 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
Product ID: T6KUSH
Arrive 15 minutes before the tour start time.
Bring sunscreen and bug spray. You can also bring your own food aboard.
Yes. Complimentary parking is provided at the marina.
2864 Riverview Drive, Naples, FL 34112
Gulf Breeze runs a tight operation out of Naples, with captains Tyler, Stan, and Alex consistently earning glowing praise across all kinds of trips, from shelling excursions and water shuttles to Keewaydin Island to sunset cruises with wine and charcuterie. Dolphin sightings come up in nearly every review, and the captains have a genuine knack for getting the dolphins to play in the boat wake, which seems to be a crowd favorite moment. Behind the scenes, Gabriella handles bookings and is repeatedly called out for being attentive and thoughtful about matching families to the right experience. The boats are described as new and clean, and the overall vibe is relaxed but engaging, especially for families with young kids. One group even found a rare Junonia shell, so the shelling tips from the captains clearly pay off. With a near-perfect rating across hundreds of reviews and zero recurring complaints, this is about as low-risk a booking as you'll find in Naples. If you're on the fence, just go.
Gulf Breeze Charters was hands-down one of the highlights of our stay in Naples. From the moment we stepped aboard, it was clear this was going to be a special trip. Captain Alex was fantastic — warm, welcoming, and clearly passionate about the area. He shared so much interesting history about the region and the stunning homes along our route, turning what could have been a simple boat ride into a real local experience. The dolphin sightings were the icing on the cake! Watching them play alongside the boat was such a magical moment and made the trip even more memorable. They also went above and beyond with a spread of delicious snacks and refreshing beverages — such a thoughtful, generous touch that really elevated the whole experience. Gabriella, the owner, was wonderful from start to finish. She took the time to walk us through exactly what to expect, and her genuine care and attention to detail ensured we had an absolutely excellent time on the water. We can't recommend Gulf Breeze Charters enough. When we're back in Naples, booking this incredible excursion again is a no-brainer!
R L
September 1, 2026
Gulf Breeze Charters was hands-down one of the highlights of our stay in Naples. From the moment we stepped aboard, it was clear this was going to be a special trip. Captain Alex was fantastic — warm, welcoming, and clearly passionate about the area. He shared so much interesting history about the region and the stunning homes along our route, turning what could have been a simple boat ride into a real local experience. The dolphin sightings were the icing on the cake! Watching them play alongside the boat was such a magical moment and made the trip even more memorable. They also went above and beyond with a spread of delicious snacks and refreshing beverages — such a thoughtful, generous touch that really elevated the whole experience. Gabriella, the owner, was wonderful from start to finish. She took the time to walk us through exactly what to expect, and her genuine care and attention to detail ensured we had an absolutely excellent time on the water. We can't recommend Gulf Breeze Charters enough. When we're back in Naples, booking this incredible excursion again is a no-brainer!
R L
September 1, 2026
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