Marco Island Dolphin, Birding, Shelling Tour

Embark on a thrilling Marco Island Dolphin, Birding, and Shelling Tour led by a Florida Master Naturalist. Explore the 10,000 Islands Wildlife Refuge and encounter manatees, dolphins, sea turtles, and a variety of bird species.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • TEN THOUSAND ISLANDS NWR - Consisting of two parts, The Dolphin, Birding and Shelling Tour is a wonderful experience for the whole family and a great introduction to the area. First a dolphin tour to search for dolphins and wading birds on a naturalist-led boating tour. Then a shelling tour to explore an uninhabited barrier island. You will learn…
What's Included
  • Captain and safety equipment provided
  • Shell bags included
What's Not Included
  • Bottled water
  • Gratuities
  • Parking fees
Additional Information

You will be safely brought deep into the 10,000 Islands Wildlife Refuge for a two-hour interpretive tour of the area led by a Florida Master Naturalist. Depending on the season, you can expect to encounter manatees, dolphins, sea turtles, bald eagles, ospreys, herons, egrets, pelicans, rosette spoonbills, as well as, numerous species of fish and shore…

Location
750 Palm Point Dr
Palm Point Drive
Please meet to the left of the building under the covered pavilion.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Vtjones67
Dec 14, 2025
Don’t miss it! - Captain Ed knew exactly where to go to find Dolfin. We saw several mothers with their pups and a few large males. Shelling was the perfect amount of time.
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Stephanie_h
Dec 12, 2025
Pre Christmas trip and tour - Captain extremely knowledgeable, we saw and did everything the tour promised. Relaxing and perfectly timed and very enjoyable morning!
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Robert_d
Nov 30, 2025
Ed was a great guide, and... - Ed was a great guide, and so knowledgeable. He found plenty of dolphins, and even got some to swim in the boats’ wake
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Ronit
Nov 24, 2025
Amazing day, great crew and dolphins! - We so enjoyed this experience! Captain Kevin and Jules were informative, good natured and funny…and the dolphins followed us for miles! Great shelling.
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Elizabeth_k
Oct 26, 2025
Good time on the water - We saw dolphins, a manatee, various birds and went shelling which was fun. Wished we had more time....
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George_f
Oct 15, 2025
Capt. Colt was great. He... - Capt. Colt was great. He has extensive knowledge of the wild life and the different types of shells. You can tell he loves his job.
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U5260dndebbiet
Sep 20, 2025
Great boat trip! - We ended up being the only couple on the tour so we felt like we had a unique opportunity to hear and see everything. Our tour guide was awesome and very knowledgeable about the 10,000 islands, birds and shells. We saw plenty of dolphins and birds but only one manatee due to the time of year. We had a great time!
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960evanr
Sep 16, 2025
Superb dolphins and shell trip! - Totally fun and pretty place. Super-terrific guide (Captn. Ryan). Saw dolphins indeed! Lovely beach full of fun shells and cool sea birds. Recommend 100%. Remember water bottle.
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Cheriv2025
Aug 31, 2025
Boat with the dolphins! So fun! - What a terrific day on the water. We genuinely had dolphins swimming and jumping with our boat. So cool! Went to a gorgeous island with shells and birds. The captains are great people. Highly recommend.
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Christinesk8363rx
Aug 25, 2025
Captain Ed made our trip so fun!!! - We went on the 9:30 tour with Captain Ed and he was absolutely amazing! A Florida native whose knowledge and passion for what he does is evident! Definitely worth it!!!
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From $98
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).