Sunset Cruise: Manatees, Dolphins in Southwest Florida
4.3
19 Ratings
Naples
Experience the ultimate sunset cruise in Southwest Florida, where you can spot manatees, dolphins, alligators, birds, and sharks in their natural habitat. Explore the Everglades and the 10,000 Islands while enjoying a romantic tour with a maximum of 6 passengers per boat. Witness the breathtaking sunset over the Gulf of Mexico!
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Port of the Islands Marina - We begin the tour in the Port of the Island’s harbor where we look for manatees, alligators, sharks and birds of the Everglades.
  • Everglades National Park - We take a 45 minute boat ride through the Everglades out to the 10,000 Islands. We hope to see more wildlife along the way including dolphins that love playing in our wake!
  • TEN THOUSAND ISLANDS NWR - We explore the 10,000 Islands while watching the sun set over the Gulf of Mexico! A gorgeous, quiet and serene end to the day immersed in Florida’s natural beauty.
What's Included
  • Complimentary parking near the firehouse
  • Guided tour with a local expert
  • Polarized sunglasses and camera equipment included
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drink (BYOB)
  • Reschedule and late arrival fees
Additional Information

Experience the unique opportunity of spotting manatees on our sunset cruise, the only one of its kind in Southwest Florida! With a limit of six passengers per boat (get in touch for exclusive arrangements!), our enchanting journey takes you on a quest to witness manatees, dolphins, alligators, birds, and sharks in their innate surroundings. Explore Florida’s ecosystem, traverse the Everglades and the 10,000 Islands. Witness the sun dipping below the horizon of the Gulf of Mexico!

Location
525 Newport Dr
Newport Drive
Free parking across the street from the fire station/marina store. Meet at the picnic tables behind the fire station/marina store and the captain will call your last name when it is time to board the boat.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
4.3
(19 Ratings)
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Mikels278
May 19, 2024
Best Guide Ever - John, the tour guide was so attentive. He met us when we were parking, and made the whole experience easy. We got to see Manatees! They were so cool. John was very knowledgeable and accommodating with our needs. A must for anyone who enjoys a beautiful sunset.
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G4920ldmatthewt
Apr 13, 2024
Great sunset and awesome boat ride! - This was so much fun and the best sunset we saw all week! Very knowledgeable and funny captain. Great for any age, out teenager loved it!
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Richard_c
Apr 3, 2024
Great trip - Walking on a beautiful sand dune while the sun was setting. Experiencing the silence while floating thru mangroves.
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Y8986tgnancyg
Feb 29, 2024
An amazing afternoon with Wes!!! - Absolutely incredible experience!!! Wes was an amazing captain! Found six pods of dolphins, a manatee and alligators.
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Nikolasberendt
Jan 13, 2024
Amazing Captain - It was just my three year old daughter and I on the boat, so we basically ended up with our own own private cruise. My daughter (being a normal toddler) had an absolute fit for the first 30 to 45 minutes of the cruise and Captain Brian was absolutely amazing about it. He was patient and kind the whole time and never once seen annoyed about the situation. He was an amazing guide all around! He provided excellent commentary the entire time and did everything he could for us to find wildlife, even though the conditions were not ideal given the tides and the lighting. We were mostly successful thanks to him! Would definitely recommend the tour, and I cant say enough good things about Captain Brian. Thanks again!
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Happiness312912
Dec 10, 2023
A very unique and memorable experience - Captain Paul made this trip very memorable He was very knowledgeable about Florida wildlife and gave us a lot of factual information in a very interesting way
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Sally_b
Dec 8, 2023
Beautiful Boat Cruise! - This was an amazing boat cruise! Highly recommend! Our tour guide John was very knowledgeable and a great guide! We seen Manatees, Dolphins, and so much wildlife! Did not disappoint!
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Deeann_k
Feb 13, 2024
We had a great time... - We had a great time viewing the dolphins. and our guide was very knowledgeable and gave us a good experience. However, since it was a sunset cruise, and the day was overcast, we did not see any manatees, nor alligators, which was disappointing.
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Jeanmanuel_s
Apr 28, 2024
Expensive for what you enjoy !!! - Too expensive for just to go along the mangroves…no dolphin, no gators…one manatee nose ….Captain John was plaisant !
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Andrea_z
Feb 13, 2024
Not for Wildlife Enthusiasts - This tour was rather disappointing. It does offer a nice pontoon boat ride and a stop at a beach for shelling. We did get to spot some manatees, which was cool. However, there was little information provided on the sights, and most of the three-hours were spent with silence from the tour guide. If you are looking for a tour that emphasizes wildlife, choose a different option.
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