Spot playful dolphins up close on a 2-hour guided boat trip with guaranteed sightings.
2 hrs
Up to 17 people
Bottled water, Onboard cooler
Cruise the calm backwaters around Marco Island on a private 2-hour boat tour in search of resident dolphin pods. Your captain shares marine insights as you observe these playful animals in their natural habitat.
Infants must weigh at least 17 lbs and minors must be accompanied by an adult. Service animals and pet dogs are allowed on private tours under owner supervision.
Cancel at least 48 hours before your booking for a full refund or to make changes. Cancellations within 48 hours and no-shows are charged in full. Full refunds are issued if the operator cancels due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. If the tour is cut short after 50% of its duration because of weather, a gift certificate is provided for the remaining balance.
Goodland Boat Park, 750 Palm Point Dr., Goodland, FL 34140
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.
We had an unforgettable experience with Florida Adventures and Rentals in Marco Island! Our shelling tour was nothing short of incredible and Colleen was the perfect host—knowledgeable, welcoming and full of warmth. She made the entire adventure seamless and fun for the whole family. This is a memory we’ll treasure forever. Highly, highly recommend—and we’re already looking forward to coming back!
Rachel Faith Friedman
August 31, 2025
We had an unforgettable experience with Florida Adventures and Rentals in Marco Island! Our shelling tour was nothing short of incredible and Colleen was the perfect host—knowledgeable, welcoming and full of warmth. She made the entire adventure seamless and fun for the whole family. This is a memory we’ll treasure forever. Highly, highly recommend—and we’re already looking forward to coming back!
Rachel Faith Friedman
August 31, 2025