Private Eco Tour: Explore Ten Thousand Islands
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52 Ratings
Marco Island
Escape the crowds and embark on a private eco tour of the Ten Thousand Islands. Encounter dolphins, manatees, and a plethora of bird species while exploring this diverse ecosystem. Collect shells on a secluded barrier island. Perfect for families!
Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge - While being led by our experienced captain, guests can expect to be immersed in the beauty and nature of the world’s second-largest mangrove forest.
What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Landing and/or facility fees included
  • Cooler filled with ice
  • Buckets and bags provided for shell collection
What's Not Included
  • Snacks
  • Parking - $10 fee
  • Towels
  • Sunscreen / Bugspray
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Escape the bustling condos and crowded beaches! Instead, uncover the raw allure of the Ten Thousand Islands. Our exclusive 2.5-hour private jaunt is an ideal way to explore the varied facets of this unique eco-system. It’s a fantastic outing for families, providing an ideal chance to spot native wildlife like dolphins and manatees, as well as an extensive array of both resident and migratory birds. This kid-friendly excursion also includes a trip to a private barrier island, where adventurers can gather shells and other maritime gems.

Location
750 Palm Point Dr
Palm Point Drive
Captain will meet guests at the flag pole, located in front of the ship store.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Mdmleota
Apr 9, 2024
Captain Orion is a great eco guide and Captain! - Captain Orion was very very knowledgeable and a wonderful Captain! The Dolphins chased the boat, surfing on the wake. The island we visited for shelling was a perfect little piece of private sand with so many natural treasures! I will do this private tour again!!!!!!
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Josephbl2712an
Mar 23, 2024
Exactly what we hoped for and more - Captain Orion was awesome! Fun, nice, knowledgeable and made us some great memories! Dolphins jumping right behind his boat which was extremely clean. Highly recommend!
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Mary_m
Mar 19, 2024
Eco Shelling ... Awesome tour! - Captain was very knowledgeable and Kice Island had an abundance of shells. The dolphins ... a bonus!
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Z4118wojenniferp
Mar 2, 2024
Fun Family Adventure! - We had such a fun adventure with Capt. Orion, the weather was perfect, the boat was new and clean. He even took time to get us photos with the dolphins, he was very knowledgeable and friendly and knew how to get the dolphins to ride with the boat! Our kids had an absolute blast and we took home so many shells! I highly recommend this little excursion! 10 stars!
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Takshing
Feb 27, 2024
Unforgettable Shelling and Boat Experience - We had a wonderful day with Captain Orion. He was very knowledgeable of the ecosystem and the marine life. It was an awesome, interesting and educational boat trip for all of us, from 5 years old to 70 years old. It was amazing that the dolphins were chasing our boat and playing in the wake. And we were lucky to find a very rare seashell !
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Trent_h
Feb 20, 2024
Exceeded Expectations - Our guide, Ryan, was very informative and did a fantastic job of sharing and showing us the ecosystem of the river and the mangroves. We witnessed dolphins and learned of their feeding habits. Also was able to see the Osprey in their nest and learn of their habitat and likelihood of returning to this nest. We then were able to go shelling and learn of the different types of shells that we found as well as some that Ryan had found to’give’ to us. We then leisurely headed back to the dock to take our over 5 gallons of shells to our home. We found the tour to be very informative and liked the No Rush attitude. We would definitely recommend this tour with Ryan.
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Pops473
Feb 12, 2024
Shelling and dolphin fun - Captain Orion was very knowledgeable, and we were able to learn alot more even with this being our 5th time in the last 2yrs coming down to Florida and we always book a shelling excursion in the 10,000 Islands and we loved it as he got the dolphins to play right next to the boat. Definitely recommend him
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Kim_f
Jan 8, 2024
Amazingly fun interactive learning experience! - Captain Orion provided an amazing experience for our family. We were able to see local birds (pelicans, ibis, and a roseate spoonbill) and a dolphin family on our boat ride over to an island for shelling! While shelling, capt Orion showed my kids different types of shells (conch, lady finger, clam, olive) and a Skelton of a horseshoe crab. It was a fun interactive learning experience!
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Stephen
Dec 31, 2023
Highly Recommend - Capt Orion was great! We saw a ton of dolphins and found more shells than we could ever keep. Nice boat too. Kids had an awesome time. 5 Stars!
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Kerryn828
Dec 31, 2023
Amazing experience! - Amazing experience - Capt. Orion was very knowledgeable about the local area and wildlife. We saw dolphins multiple times. It was an incredible experience which I highly recommend!!!
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