Cruise San Carlos Bay at sunset to spot dolphins and coastal wildlife
1.5 Hours
Narration, bottled water
Relax on a 1.5-hour sunset cruise through the tranquil waters of San Carlos Bay while your captain and first mate narrate the route. Watch for dolphins in their natural habitat and keep an eye out for seasonal birds along the Sanibel coastline.
Children 3 and under are free but still need a ticket.
Cancel 24+ hours in advance (48 hours for parties of 6+, 14 days for holiday cruises); 3% processing fee applies. Changes/cancellations within 24 hours are subject to a 100% penalty; no-shows are charged. Email/voicemail cancellations not accepted.
Arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time and allow extra time for heavy traffic due to ongoing construction on the Sanibel Causeway.
Wear sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat. Bring any food or beverages you want. In cooler months, bring a light jacket.
Yes. You can bring alcohol, but limit glass.
Please check in at Sanibel Marina. Look to your left as you drive into Marina parking lot. You will check in on the BIG YELLOW BOAT!
The crew here clearly knows how to create memorable experiences on the water. Captain Steve, Tom, Evan, and the rest of the team get consistent praise for being friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely enthusiastic about the local wildlife. Families especially appreciate how engaging they are with kids. The dolphin sightings seem to be a major highlight, with multiple reviews mentioning pods coming right up to the boat, plus bonus encounters with manatees and other marine life. The sunset cruises get particularly glowing feedback. A couple of guests found the shelling excursions less impressive than expected, noting the beaches were fairly basic and the shells no better than what you'd find elsewhere locally. One reviewer mentioned the long day felt static when weather conditions weren't ideal. That said, most visitors seem thrilled with their experiences, and the company earned loyalty from repeat customers who return year after year. The variety of tours means there's something for different interests, though the dolphin-focused trips appear to be the standout option.
I had a fantastic time on the Shells and Dolphin tour on Saturday! The 9:00 AM departure was the perfect way to start the morning. We were lucky enough to see several pods of dolphins playing in the water, which was a huge highlight. The shelling portion of the trip was even better than expected. The crew took us to a great, secluded spot where I found an amazing variety of shells, including several Fighting Conchs, shiny Lettered Olives, and Lightning Whelks! Everything was well-organized and the staff was very knowledgeable. It was easily the highlight of my trip to the area. Highly recommend Adventures in Paradise!
Lisa D
March 27, 2026
I had a fantastic time on the Shells and Dolphin tour on Saturday! The 9:00 AM departure was the perfect way to start the morning. We were lucky enough to see several pods of dolphins playing in the water, which was a huge highlight. The shelling portion of the trip was even better than expected. The crew took us to a great, secluded spot where I found an amazing variety of shells, including several Fighting Conchs, shiny Lettered Olives, and Lightning Whelks! Everything was well-organized and the staff was very knowledgeable. It was easily the highlight of my trip to the area. Highly recommend Adventures in Paradise!
Lisa D
March 27, 2026