Cast a line through mangrove islands while watching for marine wildlife
2.5 hrs
Up to 6 people
Licensing, bait, fishing equipment
Explore the mangroves of the Ten Thousand Islands and fish at different spots along the way. Keep watch for manatees and dolphins, though wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 6 guests.
No cancellations or refunds within 24 hours of departure. Arrive early; late arrivals and missed boats are not refunded. If your entire tour is canceled due to unsafe weather conditions, you'll receive a full refund.
Product ID: 89ZD5V
Arrive at least 10 minutes early. The trip departs on time.
Park in the large lot on the right as you enter the community off Highway 41/Tamiami Trail. Parking next to the marina/ship store and behind the fire station is Collier County property and may cost an extra parking fee—$10 is mentioned. Handicap parking is an exception.
Meet behind the fire station/ship store at the picnic tables. The captain will call your last name when it’s time to board.
Picnic tables behind the fire station/ship store at Port of the Islands Marina, 525 Newport Drive, Naples, FL 34114
This tour operation consistently delivers memorable wildlife adventures thanks to its exceptional captains. John, Dallas, Paul, and Joe get frequent shoutouts for being knowledgeable, funny, and genuinely passionate about what they do. Guests appreciate how the guides share fascinating details about local wildlife, mangroves, and the area's history while keeping everyone entertained with their humor and engaging personalities. The tours explore the waterways around the marina and nearby islands, with several captains going the extra mile by providing polarized glasses for better viewing and even taking photos for guests. Wildlife sightings vary naturally depending on the day. Most visitors spot manatees along with alligators, dolphins, birds, and occasionally sharks or raccoons, though some trips see fewer animals than others. The sunset tours receive particular praise for stunning views. One guest felt disappointed that the route stayed closer to residential docks rather than venturing deeper into mangrove areas, but this appears to be an outlier experience. The three-hour excursions seem to hit the sweet spot for most visitors, offering enough time on the water without feeling rushed.
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