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Naples’s best days out.
The 15 most popular marco island & everglades wildlife tours in Naples. The ones worth building a day around, with prices, run times and who runs them.
Private Naples boat trip to Keeywaydin Island for shelling and Gulf views through Rookery Bay’s mangroves and wildlife.
Most Popular“Great trip! Captain Dave was knowledgeable, flexible and good with our 5 and 3 year olds. We found lots of dolphins and a stingray!”
Clear kayak at sunset in North Naples. Paddle mangroves near Wiggins Pass, spot dolphins, then glow LEDs light up the water. 90 min.
“Tommy was a great guide ! He took great pictures of our family and was very informative about the environment!”
Naples small-group Everglades eco tour with a Master Naturalist guide: boat, kayak, and barrier-island walk for wildlife spotting.
“We had a brilliant morning with Don exploring the ten thousand islands and learning all about the wildlife and the plants and trees that grow there. Don was incredibly knowledgable and he answered all our questions. His enthusiasm was infRead more”
Private 2-hour family catch-and-release fishing in Marco Island mangroves. Up to 6, gear and licenses included, dolphins possible.
“Very fun experience. Captain Jason was great with my kids that are 5 and 4 years old. Not one Bad thing to say. Respectful and fun. Thanks again.”
Small-group Everglades boat tour from Naples for dolphins, manatees, and birds with a naturalist guide, in peaceful 10,000 Islands waters.
“Great guide and information, beautiful tour, experience was first rate. My family thoroughly enjoyed it.”
Spot manatees and dolphins from a small boat, then swim and shell on the 10,000 Islands beaches near Naples.
“They took me $551 But they don’t let me go. I am so upset They give me a Wrong address. And I called him again. I go over there. 30 minute late. They don’t let me go no refund. And I tell them can I go tomorrow or Monday they say no”
2-hour guided kayak through Naples mangroves at Barefoot Beach Preserve. Small group, wildlife spotting, gear included.
“Beautiful day on the water! EJ was both fun and informative! I should have been better prepared with beverages for an impromptu stop at a “beach”. Would do it again in a heartbeat!”
A small-group 2-hour shelling boat tour from Goodland, cruising the Ten Thousand Islands for dolphins, birds, and Gulf-front sandbar shells.
“Boat ride with Dolphins ! Very nice crew and captain!! Great weather!!! Not so much shelling left on beach. But had a great time!!”
Pedal through mangrove tunnels on a Hobie kayak eco-tour from Naples with nature stories, wildlife chances, and free pro photos.
“Does not matter age or skill do not be afraid to book this !!!! He walks you through EVERYTHING!!! Had an unforgettable time . Learned more that I could ever remember. Very stable kayak s. Don’t be afraid JUST DO IT!!!!!”
Small-group dolphin spotting plus hands-on shelling on remote barrier islands near Marco Island, guided by a Florida Master Naturalist.
“Captain Joe, was amazing, very knowledgeable and made trip exciting. After reading some negative reviews that trip was too long I was concerned since I was taking my 6 years old boy but time went by quick and he was happy to see dolphins and go shelling!”
Join a small-group boat trip from Marco/Goodland for Ten Thousand Islands cruising, Kice Island shelling, and wildlife spotting.
“Our guide was Colleen and she is excellent. She taught us about all the birds we saw. She took us to excellent shelling places and is a very pleasant knowledgeable woman. We enjoyed it so much we would have gone back the very next day to do it all again. Ask to go with her…”
Private shelling and dolphin eco tour from Goodland to Kice Island in the 10,000 Islands, Marco: mangrove wildlife cruise.
“While our boat captain (Dave) was great, this tour itself was not and was VERY boring. First, it is very hard to find the place from where the boat leaves. Instructions were unclear; there was no signage, and we had to wander around for a while before we found it. Once on the boat, we…”
Naples backwater calm-bay fishing with small groups, gear and bait included, and a good mix of redfish, snook, and more.
“Excellent captain and crew. Very friendly and helpful. Very kid friendly! We all caught fish and had a wonderful time”
Self-guided kayaking in Bonita Springs with clear kayaks, laminated route maps, and calm mangrove tunnels. About 2 hours for $25.
“We had a great time and really loved the island! Didn’t see manatees or dolphins this time but very chill experience.”
Glide through Everglades mangroves on a small boat to the Ten Thousand Islands, with Captain Lyle spotting dolphins, birds, and more.
“Wonderful, we were alone during the trip, Lyle gave us some really instructive informations about the 10 000 island and the mangrove”
The old city on foot, and every boat, train and road that leaves the bay.
