Private 3-hour shelling and beach stop in the Ten Thousand Islands
Three Hours
Up to Six People people
Private charter, Shelling beaches
Full refund up to 48 hours before departure; free reschedule up to 48 hours before. Within 24 hours, no refund but you can reschedule. No-shows or late arrivals after departure are charged full base price. Full refund if the captain cancels due to adverse weather; pro-rated refund if weather ends the trip early.
Book it as a private charter for up to six people.
The captain decides whether to cancel due to adverse weather. If the captain cancels, you can reschedule or receive a full refund. If adverse weather ends the trip early, you head back to the dock and receive a pro-rated refund for possible time lost.
Reschedule free of charge up to 48 hours before departure. If you reschedule within 24 hours of departure, you won’t receive a refund, but you can reschedule for a later date or time.
Captain Dallas is the clear star here, praised across review after review for being knowledgeable, funny, and genuinely great with all ages. Families with young kids, groups of adults, grandparents, everyone seems to have a fantastic time. He customizes trips based on what you're after, whether that's dolphin spotting, shelling, or learning about local history and wildlife. Captain Wes also gets a shoutout for delivering a great experience with plenty of manatees and dolphins. The tours explore the 10,000 Islands and mangroves, typically including a beach stop for shelling and exploring. Wildlife sightings are a consistent highlight, with manatees, dolphins, osprey, and even alligators showing up regularly. The boat itself is frequently described as comfortable, smooth, and well-maintained. For families especially, the relaxed pace seems to hit just right. Reviewers repeatedly mention wanting to book again, which says a lot. If you're looking for a low-key but memorable few hours on the water in Naples, this seems like a genuinely easy choice.
We had an awesome experience with Naples Boat Adventures and couldn’t recommend it more for families of all ages. We went out with Captain Dallas and spent the trip cruising through the mangroves, learning about the area, and then stopping at a beautiful beach before heading back. Captain Dallas really made the trip - he had a great mix of local history, storytelling, and just the right amount of interaction to keep everyone engaged. He connected just as well with our young kids as he did with the adults and grandparents, which is not easy to do. The pace of the trip was perfect - relaxing but still plenty to see and do. The mangrove ride was peaceful and scenic, and the beach stop gave the kids a chance to explore and burn off some energy. We even saw a manatee, which was a huge highlight for everyone. If you’re in Naples and looking for something that works for the whole group - from little kids to seniors - this is it. Easy, enjoyable, and a great way to experience the area from the water. Can’t wait to book again next time we’re in town.
Adam Edwards
April 28, 2026
We had an awesome experience with Naples Boat Adventures and couldn’t recommend it more for families of all ages. We went out with Captain Dallas and spent the trip cruising through the mangroves, learning about the area, and then stopping at a beautiful beach before heading back. Captain Dallas really made the trip - he had a great mix of local history, storytelling, and just the right amount of interaction to keep everyone engaged. He connected just as well with our young kids as he did with the adults and grandparents, which is not easy to do. The pace of the trip was perfect - relaxing but still plenty to see and do. The mangrove ride was peaceful and scenic, and the beach stop gave the kids a chance to explore and burn off some energy. We even saw a manatee, which was a huge highlight for everyone. If you’re in Naples and looking for something that works for the whole group - from little kids to seniors - this is it. Easy, enjoyable, and a great way to experience the area from the water. Can’t wait to book again next time we’re in town.
Adam Edwards
April 28, 2026
