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Marco Island Tour: Sightseeing and Wildlife Cruise
4.9
89 Ratings
Goodland
Embark on a captivating boat tour from Goodland to Marco Island, exploring the stunning sights and wildlife of the Ten Thousand Islands. Discover the history, nature, and hidden gems of this enchanting region with knowledgeable guides.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Goodland - 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.
- TEN THOUSAND ISLANDS NWR - 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.
- Marco Island - 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.
- Caxambas Pass Park - Pass by Caxambas Pass, one of the critical wildlife management areas of the Marco Island area. A great location to see nesting shorebirds, sea turtle nests, boaters, and beachgoers.
What's Included
- Chilled beverages throughout the tour
What's Not Included
- Parking fees
- Parking 10$
Additional Information
In search of a unique boat tour that offers more than just dolphin watching and shell collecting? Embark on our two-hour scenic cruise that leaves Goodland and makes its way through the Ten Thousand Islands to Marco Island.
Our renowned scenic and wildlife cruise takes you through the mangrove fringed estuary of the 10,000 Islands National Wildlife Refuge, starting in Goodland and ending in Marco Island before returning.
Your engaging and knowledgeable tour guide, who is a certified master naturalist from Florida and a member of the Marco Island Historical Society, will be ready to address all your inquiries and point out the most exciting sights in the islands.
The boat tour might cover the following subjects:
- The construction of Marco Island
- Marco’s beaches and beachfront condominiums and hotels
- Restaurants and eateries on the waterfront
- Isles of Capri, Horr’s Island, Goodland
- The Calusa Indians
- The splendid mansions in Marco Estates
- The dome house on Cape Romano
- Hermits, pirates, and saltwater cowboys
- The wildlife environment of the 10,000 Islands
- Boating and fishing experiences in Southwest Florida
Location
Goodland Boat Park
Palm Point Drive
PARKING is $10 at the Boat Park, receipt is required on your dashboard. ARRIVE EARLY, and plan for there NOT BEING ANY AVAILABLE PARKING. Uber, Lyft recommended - average rate $10-20 from Marco Island. Nearest offsite parking is across the street from Stan's Idle Hour (0.3 miles 7-10 minutes walk)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(89 Ratings)
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Jose_v
Aug 19, 2024
A great must-do tour if you're in Marco Island. - We had a great time. This tour is a very nice way to learn more about Marco Island. The playful dolphins following us were just beautiful. Captain Nate was great! Thank you
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J3409bwsb
Jul 31, 2024
Great tour with Nate - Great tour of Marco with Cpt Nate. We saw dolphins fishing and a group of manatees as well as lots of birds. Nate provided lots of info for the first time visitors regarding Marco and the ten thousand islands.
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Irene_g
Jul 15, 2024
Great time on the boat! - Great time on the boat! Captain Nate is very knowledgeable and friendly guide, we really enjoyed our trip.
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Connie_e
Jul 6, 2024
Great Tour - We loved our closeup views of the wildlife, especially the dolphins who frolicked in the wake of the boat. Captain Nate was very knowledgeable and provided much information about the local history.
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Nancy
Jun 12, 2024
EDUCATIONAL AND SUPER FUN - 5! Extremely professional and friendly ! Knowledgeable and educational experience! The information provided was so informative. We had so much fun. Very reasonable pricing
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Jojo1119
May 6, 2024
Marco Island and Dolphins - A great tour that gives you the layout of Marco Island. It was nice to have shade while on the boat as you will still get sun from the reflection from the water. We saw tons of dolphins and it was a smooth ride!
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Craig_r
May 4, 2024
Great tour and guide. He... - Great tour and guide. He was a great person and we had fun with him. The boat ride and tour was awesome
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Ww121
May 1, 2024
Relaxing boat ride! - Captain Rick was great! It was just my husband and I, and Rick gave some great information and customized the tour for us. A very nice low key boat ride was just what we needed. Also make sure to stop at one of the restaurants on the water in Goodland. Great little town!
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Bethanyb471
Apr 13, 2024
Great afternoon! - Great way to spend an afternoon! Four of us, Captain Gary was terrific, gave us history of the area and really knew his way around the coastline. Super stories to share.
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Ron_s
Apr 8, 2024
Well worth it. - Captain Rick's knowledge of Marco Island. The smooth ride, the beautiful scenery & the dolphins playing in the wake.
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