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5 (476)

Location Icon Naples

Marco Island Dolphin & Shelling Tour: 10,000 Islands

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Overview

Highlights

Sentiment Analysis

Overview

Quotes Logo The Marco Island 2-hour Dolphin, Birding and Shelling tour offers a safe and exciting journey deep into the 10,000 Islands Wildlife Refuge. A Florida Master Naturalist leads this interpretive tour, revealing the area's natural wonders.

Visitors can anticipate seeing manatees, dolphins, sea turtles, bald eagles, ospreys, herons, egrets, pelicans, and rosette spoonbills, depending on the season. Numerous species of fish and shore birds also call this refuge home. The tour includes a visit to a pristine, uninhabited barrier island, known as Dolphin and Birding Tour Area and Shelling Barrier Island, where guests can search for beautiful shells, sand dollars, and other unique treasures.

The experience includes bags for collecting shells. The tour provides a Captain and all necessary safety equipment. This tour excludes bottled water, gratuities, and parking fees. Quotes Logo

Highlights

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See Dolphins Up Close: Get a chance to watch playful dolphins in their natural habitat.

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Explore a Barrier Island: Visit an uninhabited island and find beautiful shells.

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Learn from a Naturalist: Discover the area's wildlife and ecosystem with an expert guide.

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Safe and Comfortable Ride: Enjoy a smooth boat ride with all safety equipment provided.

Sentiment Analysis

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Customers generally have a great time spotting wildlife and shelling on this tour, praising the guides and scenery. Quotes Logo

  • Positive Highlight Icon Customers enjoyed seeing lots of wildlife, especially dolphins.

    Positive Highlight Icon The guides are knowledgeable and friendly.

    Positive Highlight Icon The shelling on the island was a highlight for many.

    Positive Highlight Icon The boat ride is smooth and comfortable.

  • Negative Highlight Icon Some customers wish the tour was longer.

    Negative Highlight Icon A few people felt the shelling location was too crowded.

The Journey

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Dolphin and Birding Tour Area

Immerse yourself in the vibrant coastal ecosystem of the Dolphin and Birding Tour Area. This guided boating experience offers a thrilling opportunity to observe bottlenose dolphins frolicking in their natural habitat and witness a diverse array of wading birds in their coastal haven. Led by a knowledgeable naturalist, you'll gain insights into the area's unique ecology and the fascinating behaviors of its marine and avian inhabitants. This tour provides an engaging and educational adventure for the whole family, fostering a deeper appreciation for the wonders of the natural world and the importance of marine conservation.

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Shelling Barrier Island

Escape to the pristine shores of a secluded Barrier Island on a unique shelling adventure. This uninhabited paradise offers a sanctuary of unspoiled beauty, where you can explore miles of untouched beaches teeming with an extraordinary collection of seashells. Discover the thrill of uncovering hidden treasures, from delicate conchs to vibrant scallops, while learning about the island's dynamic beach ecosystem. This remote island provides an idyllic setting for a peaceful retreat and the opportunity to collect remarkable souvenirs from the sea.

Know Before You Go

This tour includes bags for your shells. The Captain and all necessary safety equipment are provided. This tour excludes bottled water, gratuities, and parking fees.

Hot Tip

Reviewers suggest booking the morning tour, especially during the summer, to avoid the afternoon heat and potential thunderstorms.

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