Discover the ecosystem and wildlife of Florida’s Ten Thousand Islands refuge on a relaxing excursion. Board your vessel with a small group and navigate through the remote islets to discover the local wildlife. Keep your eyes peeled for manatees, dolphins, sea turtles, bald eagles, and many other species that call the area home.

Search for seashells at a remote island
Learn about the fauna and flora from a naturalist
Avoid the hassle of traveling with large groups
A small group means more attention from your guide

What To Expect

TEN THOUSAND ISLANDS NWR

In comfortable captain’s style seating an, you will be safely brought deep into the 10,000 Islands Wildlife Refuge for an 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 birds as well as the opportunity to find amazing shells.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Marco Island

Marco Island is the largest the 10,000 Islands and the most developed
• Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 17 travelers

Include

Dolphin, Birding and Shelling tour

Exclude

Please bring water, hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, water shoes, bags for your shells and a towel