The 15 Best Naples Dolphin Tours

Dolphin and Shelling Cruise for up to 12 people - Manatees, birds, and the wildlife between sightings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 980 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $109Our pick

Set out from Goodland on Marco Island with a captain such as Glenn, Jeff, or Clay for a 2.5-hour small-group cruise. Search for dolphins, manatees, birds, and mangrove wildlife, then stop at a boat-access-only island for swimming and shelling.

“Very entertaining and educational. Clay was great! He searched until we saw dolphins, went to a great shelling Beach, our tour was pleasant! Highly recommend.”

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Marco Island Dolphin Sightseeing Tour

2.Marco Island Dolphin Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 514 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Cruise from Goodland Boating Park into the Ten Thousand Islands for about two hours. Your captain and guide, such as Colleen, Marco, Elliott, or Jessica, look for dolphins, birds, and other wildlife while explaining local ecology and island history. The boat holds no more than 14 people.

“We saw many dolphins which came close to the boat. Our favorite part was when the captain sped up the boat and the dolphins played in the wake!”

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Marco Island 2 hour Dolphin, Birding and Shelling tour

3.Marco Island 2 hour Dolphin, Birding and Shelling tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 503 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $99

Cruise from Goodland into the Ten Thousand Islands with a naturalist captain such as Mike, Ed, Joe, or Ryan. Look for dolphins, manatees, pelicans, and osprey, then stop at an uninhabited barrier island to collect shells. The small-group boat carries up to 17 people.

“The Captain and other person were super friendly and so informative. We saw lots of dolphins and wildlife. The shell were of the largest I have ever seen on a beach. Highly recommend.”

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Avi’s Premium Dolphin Tour by Jet Ski

4.Avi’s Premium Dolphin Tour by Jet Ski

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 464 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Start at Goodland Boat Park near Marco Island for a two-hour guided jet ski trip through the 10,000 Islands. Search for dolphins and marine life, pass through mangrove channels, and ride with one companion. Water, windbreakers, and Coast Guard approved life jackets are provided.

“Best guides !!! So fun. We toured and saw Dolphins. Fun anniversary trip weekend. Would definitely visit them again.”

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Private Shelling and Dolphin Excursion

5.Private Shelling and Dolphin Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 337 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Set out from Goodland with a private captain such as Kasey, Matt, Nick, or Tyler. Cruise the mangroves of Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge, look for dolphins, manatees, birds, and shells, and return with your finds packed in included bags and buckets.

“My family and I had the best time with Captain Matt! He was extremely knowledgeable about the local wildlife and seashells. On our trip we found shells, dolphins, and spoonbills! I cannot recommend enough and if I return to the area I will be a returning customer for sure!”

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2 Hour Dolphin, Birding and Shelling Tour

6.2 Hour Dolphin, Birding and Shelling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 247 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $109

From Goodland Boat Park, a captain and naturalist guide take you into the Ten Thousand Islands for dolphin watching, bird spotting, and shelling on a remote island. Guides such as Ed, Joe, Kate, and Ray are known for lively local knowledge. Expect a clean boat, a group of up to 17, and about two hours on the water.

“Kate was our captain on 3/9/24. She was friendly, helpful, amusing, and VERY knowledgeable. She had lots of stories to tell and took us to see more dolphins than we’d ever seen in one place. The shelling experience was amazing; best ever! Thank you, Kate!”

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Dolphin and Manatee Adventure Tour of Naples with Florida History

7.Dolphin and Manatee Adventure Tour of Naples with Florida History

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 187 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65

Paddle a kayak or stand-up board through Naples mangrove waterways with a guide such as Jacob or Doug. You’ll get a short lesson, hear about Florida history and wildlife, and watch for dolphins, manatees, birds, fish, and turtles. The tour suits beginners and returns to its launch point.

“The tour was terrific!! The paddle boards we were using were absolutely beautiful. The tour guide was phenomenal, he was very patient with my children and he gave us tons of interesting facts about the area. We saw dolphins and manatees swim right past us and I even had a sea turtle that kept coming up to my board. My family has been vacationing in Naples for many years and this tour is definitely the best thing to do in Naples. We had such a great experience with this company we are thinking about trying to sign up for their Ft. Myers tour on Tuesday! Also, bring your phone there…”

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Half Day Shelling Dolphin Eco Tour in 10 000 Island and Marco

8.Half Day Shelling Dolphin Eco Tour in 10 000 Island and Marco

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 165 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $137

From Goodland, Captain Megan, Paul, Jamie, Jeff, Jeanne, or another trained guide leads a small-group boat ride through mangroves and dolphin habitat to Kice Island. You get about 1 hour 40 minutes for shelling, with bottled water included and guides who help identify shells and wildlife.

“Great trip , wonderful guide. We found lots of great shells and 3 hours just the right amount of time”

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Dolphin, Manatee and Sea Turtle Adventure Tour of Bonita Springs

9.Dolphin, Manatee and Sea Turtle Adventure Tour of Bonita Springs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 134 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65

Spend about two hours paddling a kayak or stable stand-up paddleboard through Bonita Springs waterways. Guides Eric, Doug, or Chase provide instruction, local history, and wildlife facts while you watch for dolphins, manatees, sea turtles, and birds. The route may include quiet mangroves and a scenic undeveloped beach.

“Eric our tour guide was amazing. Very patient with my sister in law and myself as this was our first time Kayaking. He is very informative and such a nice person.”

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Dolphin and Manatee Tour of Marco Island by Kayak or SUP

10.Dolphin and Manatee Tour of Marco Island by Kayak or SUP

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 125 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65

Spend about two hours paddling near Marco Island with guides such as Cam, Doug, Jacob, Zack, or Michael. A short lesson starts the tour, then you search for dolphins, manatees, sea turtles, birds, conchs, and other wildlife. SUP is the default, so request a double kayak if needed.

“Not a true kayak experience-only offered double kayaks or paddle boards. Otherwise, nice area to paddle.”

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Manatee, Dolphin, and 10,000 Islands Eco Beach Tour by Boat

11.Manatee, Dolphin, and 10,000 Islands Eco Beach Tour by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 89 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $129

From Port of the Islands Marina, you’ll ride through the Everglades toward the 10,000 Islands with a local captain such as Wes, John, or Brian. Expect manatee and bird sightings, possible dolphins and alligators, fast boat rides, and beach time for swimming, shelling, or a picnic.

“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”

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10,000 Islands Excursion Small-Group 3.5 hour Dolphin & Shelling Boat Tour

12.10,000 Islands Excursion Small-Group 3.5 hour Dolphin & Shelling Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 82 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $159

Cruise the Ten Thousand Islands with a Florida Master Naturalist, watch for dolphins, manatees, birds, and sea turtles, then shell on an uninhabited barrier island. Guides such as Joe, Joyce, Kevin, and Kate explain the area's wildlife and shell life. Bring water, sun protection, and a light jacket.

“Boat became inoperable, captain did not interact professionally, owner argued about safety issues and when I requested a partial refund he was rude and obnoxious DO NOT USE THIS BOAT TOUR COMPANY”

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Half Day Private Shelling Dolphin EcoTour in 10 000 Island Marco

13.Half Day Private Shelling Dolphin EcoTour in 10 000 Island Marco

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Spend about three hours aboard a private shelling boat from Goodland, near Naples. Your captain, including Dave when assigned, takes you past mangroves and wildlife to Kice Island, where a shell guide helps you search the beaches. The boat returns to the same meeting point.

“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 passed by scenery that pretty much looked exactly the same for a while (mangroves) and which got very boring very quickly. We then arrived at a spot to go shelling, which was kinda fun, but we did not find any unique shells ... just a few basic plain ones. Then, we rode back to the…”

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Best of Marco Island Dolphin Tour

14.Best of Marco Island Dolphin Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $99

Join Captain John or Captain Nate for a two-hour boat trip from Goodland through the 10,000 Islands. Look for wild dolphins and manatees, see the Dome House, and possibly reach Cape Romano. The boat carries up to six people, with ice and parking included.

“Captain Nate made this boat trip the highlight of our stay in Marco. His experience, information and stories enlightened and entertained. Seeing the wild dolphin play in our boat wake is a treasured memory we’ll always remember.”

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10,000 Islands Boat Excursion – 3.5-Hour Dolphins & Shelling Tour

15.10,000 Islands Boat Excursion – 3.5-Hour Dolphins & Shelling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $169

Cruise from Goodland with a Florida Master Naturalist and Coast Guard licensed captain. Look for dolphins, manatees, ospreys, and wading birds, then stop at a remote island beach to collect shells and photograph the Cape Romano dome homes. Joe, Kevin, and Kate are among the guides.

“Extremely knowledgeable captain about the natural world, lovely boat ride through mangrove forests, easy on and off boat even for the elderly! Wonderful all around!”

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