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    Private Dolphin & Shelling Cruise in Goodland

    Private island cruising for dolphin spotting and shell collecting

    5.0 stars• 176 reviews

    Duration

    2.5 hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Bottled water, dry storage, shell bags

    Highlights

    Explore the 10,000 Islands on a private boat tour in search of wild dolphins and shell-covered barrier islands. Stroll sandy shores and enjoy time on the water with your group.

    • Search for wild dolphins in local waters
    • Stroll shell-covered barrier islands
    • Discover seashells and sand dollars along the shore
    • Bring a camera, water shoes, snacks, sunscreen, and towels

    What's Included

    • Chilled bottled water
    • Dry storage
    • Shell-collecting buckets and bags

    Important details

    • Arrive 15 minutes before departure
    • Sign a liability waiver upon arrival before the tour begins

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with at least 24 hours' notice. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.

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    Meeting details

    750 Palm Point Dr, Marco Island, FL 34145

    Experience provided by Island Excursions

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    $532

    Up to 6 people

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    Review summary

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    Captains Matt, Derek, Kasey, and Tyler have built a seriously impressive reputation around Marco Island, and it's easy to see why. Reviewers consistently rave about their deep knowledge of the local ecosystem, from identifying sea shells to spotting dolphins, sharks, manatees, and a wide variety of birds. The tours blend wildlife watching with shelling stops on remote sandbars and islands that aren't accessible any other way, and the captains clearly know exactly where to go depending on tides and conditions. Families with young kids come up again and again in these reviews, and the captains seem genuinely great with children, keeping them engaged and making sure everyone on board is having a good time. Dolphin encounters appear to be a near-guarantee, with many guests describing dolphins riding the boat's wake at close range. The overall sentiment across a large volume of reviews is overwhelmingly positive, with repeat visitors and strong recommendations being the norm rather than the exception.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    Our captain Matt was great! He was energetic, fun but most of all, safe! Saw dolphins and found lots of shells.

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    Katrina Ramsey

    August 1, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Our captain Matt was great! He was energetic, fun but most of all, safe! Saw dolphins and found lots of shells.

    Photo of Katrina Ramsey

    Katrina Ramsey

    August 1, 2026

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