Best of Marco Island Tour

4.9 (220 reviews) Naples, USA
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Duration2h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 6 travelers

Overview

Looking for a boat tour that goes beyond dolphins and shelling? This two-hour sightseeing cruise departs Goodland and travels through the Ten Thousand Islands to Marco Island.

This popular sightseeing and wildlife cruise will bring you through the mangrove nearshore estuary of the 10,000 Islands National Wildlife Refuge traveling from Goodland to Marco Island and back.

Your entertaining and knowledgeable tour guide will answer all of your questions and show you some of the best sights around the islands. All guides are Florida certified master naturalists and members of the Marco Island Historical Society.

Boat tour topics may include:

- The building of Marco Island
- Marco beaches and beachfront condos and hotels
- Waterfront restaurants and dining
- Isles of Capri, Horr's Island, Goodland
- The Calusa Indians
- Mansions of Marco Estates
- Cape Romano Dome House
- Hermits, pirates, and saltwater cowboys
- Wildlife habitat of the 10,000 Islands
- Boating and fishing in SW Florida

What's included

  • Cooler with Ice
  • Parking Fees
  • Food (Yes you can bring your own!)
  • Drinks (BYOB - please, no red wine!)
  • Restroom on board

What to expect

  1. Goodland
    30m
    See the sights of Goodland, the "drinking town with a fishing problem" from the water. Learn about its history and understand Goodland's laidback and fun atmosphere from a local perspective.
  2. Stan's Idle Hour
    Pass by
    Hear the real story about one of the coolest bars in Florida
  3. Marco Island
    30m
    The tour guide will tell you a little bit about the history of Marco Island, the gateway to the Everglades. Learn about the island's construction and some of the people that were important to its growth. See stunning mansions of the rich and famous and the beautiful Marco beachfront.
  4. Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge
    1h
    Your boat ride will go through the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge. Depending on the time of year, you may see wildlife such as dolphins, manatees, and birds.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Free parking across the street from Stan's Idle Hour Restaurant in the gravel lot behind the white fence. Our boats are located on the "Private Dock" behind our banner and flags.

End point

Free parking across the street from Stan's Idle Hour Restaurant in the gravel lot behind the white fence. Our boats are located on the "Private Dock" behind our banner and flags.

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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