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    Private Dolphin Watching & Shelling Tour in Marco Island

    Private dolphin watching with time to explore and shell on a secluded island

    5.0 stars• 836 reviews
    From$554incl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2.5 hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Private boat, captain, cooler

    Highlights

    Cruise the waters around Marco Island and the 10,000 Islands on a private 2.5-hour boat tour focused on dolphin watching and shelling. Enjoy a flexible route for your group of up to six, with time to stop on hard-to-reach beaches.

    • Watch for dolphins in their natural habitat as you cruise
    • Explore a secluded island and spend time shelling on shore
    • Customize the pace with a private boat for your group only
    • Ride through mangroves, shallow backwaters, and open bays
    • Relax under shade with comfortable seating onboard

    What's Included

    • Private boat
    • Licensed captain/guide
    • Dolphin watching and shelling stops
    • Cooler with ice
    • Parking
    • Entry fees
    • Fuel

    Things to know

    Gratuity for the captain/crew is not included. Guests must be able to climb a set of steps with limited or no assistance.

    Cancellation Policy

    Change or cancel up to 72 hours before departure for a full refund. No refund for no call/no show, late arrivals, or cancellations within 72 hours. Cancellations due to dangerous weather conditions will be fully refunded if you are unable to reschedule. If you return to the dock 45+ minutes into the tour, time is prorated and remaining time refunded.

    FAQs

    No. Wildlife sightings are common but not guaranteed, and shell availability varies naturally.

    It is not recommended for guests with severe back or mobility issues. You must be able to climb a set of steps with limited or no assistance.

    Bring sunscreen, a refillable water bottle, sandals or water shoes, a jacket or sweatshirt, and reusable bags or containers if you plan to collect shells. A cooler with ice is provided, so you can bring your own drinks and snacks.

    Meeting details

    205 Harbor Place North Goodland, FL US 34140

    Experience provided by Eco Endeavors
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    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
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    Captain Glenn leads most of the tours you'll read about, though Captains Alex, Clay, and Dan also get glowing mentions across the board. The crew here clearly knows their waters well, and guests consistently come away having spotted dolphins, manatees, sea turtles, and a surprising variety of birds. The wildlife sightings feel genuine rather than guaranteed, which makes them all the more memorable when they happen. What really stands out is how much the captains engage with their groups, sharing local history, ecology, and genuinely funny commentary along the way. Private charters are available and seem to work beautifully for families with kids and grandparents alike. Tours also include shelling stops at secluded spots, and guests recommend bringing a bag for what you find. One reviewer noted a weather-related delay, but even then managed to have a good time, which says something about the overall experience. Easily worth booking if you're in the Marco Island or Naples area.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Went on the Dolphin and Shelling Cruise with Captain Glenn today. We had the most delightful time 🤩 Captain Glenn was really informative and made every effort to get the dolphins to follow us. We saw manatees, pelicans, storks, ospreys and a plethora of dolphins; it was stunning sat there watching the dolphins in the wild. It was very obvious that Captain Glenn was extremely passionate in what he did and was really delighted when we saw a pod of dolphins with their babies. Captain Glenn was an absolute delight and was such good fun. Would highly recommend a visit 🤩

    Photo of Alison Everingham

    Alison Everingham

    May 21, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Went on the Dolphin and Shelling Cruise with Captain Glenn today. We had the most delightful time 🤩 Captain Glenn was really informative and made every effort to get the dolphins to follow us. We saw manatees, pelicans, storks, ospreys and a plethora of dolphins; it was stunning sat there watching the dolphins in the wild. It was very obvious that Captain Glenn was extremely passionate in what he did and was really delighted when we saw a pod of dolphins with their babies. Captain Glenn was an absolute delight and was such good fun. Would highly recommend a visit 🤩

    Photo of Alison Everingham

    Alison Everingham

    May 21, 2026

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