10,000 Islands Tour: Dolphin, Manatee Encounters
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175 Ratings
Naples
Embark on a thrilling 10,000 Islands boat tour in the Everglades of South West Florida. Encounter dolphins, manatees, and alligators while learning about wildlife conservation. Book now!
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- TEN THOUSAND ISLANDS NWR - This tour will cruise through the 10,000 Islands National Wildlife refuge immediately after leaving the Port of the Islands Marina and the Fakaunion Canal. Following a 20 minute idle through the Manatee Protection zone, guests will explore the western portion of the Ten Thousand Islands NWR.
- Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve - About an hour into this tour, guests will enter the Rookery Bay Research Reserve. The outer islands of the Ten Thousand Islands NWR enters into the Rookery Bay Reserve. During this portion of the tour, guests are able to explore an uninhabited, outer island on foot. Here guests will see the vastness of the Greater Everglades Area
- Everglades National Park - On the tail end of the boat tour, guests will skirt the northwestern portion of the Everglades National Park. This portion of the park is accessible only by boat. Here guests will cruise through a less-visited part of the National Park.
- Port of the Islands Marina - Guests will meet their USGC licensed Captain at the Port of the Islands Marina. After guests have used the restrooms and have stocked up on supplies the tour will depart for the Ten Thousand Islands NWR.
- Marco Island - After cruising through the Ten Thousand Islands NWR and the Rookery Bay Research reserve guests will be treated with an amazing view of Marco Island. At this portion of the boat tour guests are able to snap a few photos of Marco Island the expansive Gulf of Mexico
What's Included
- Cruise in comfort on a 24-foot custom saltwater pontoon boat
- Use of binoculars for enhanced sightseeing
- Polarized sunglasses provided to better spot wildlife underwater
- Expert navigation by a US Coast Guard licensed captain
What's Not Included
- Cancelations must be made through TripAdvisor or Viator
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Embark on an exciting boat journey around the 10,000 Islands led by our friendly skippers, all licensed by the US Coast Guard. Experience one of the world’s largest untouched Mangrove Forests! The trip encompasses the three main areas of interest; encountering Wildlife, supporting Conservation efforts, and providing family-oriented entertainment! Involve your entire family and introduce the next generation to one of America’s most extraordinary ecosystems, the Everglades in the South West of Florida!
During this 3-hour adventure, guests are in for a treat with close-up encounters with Dolphins, Manatees, and Alligators to electrify the journey. Whenever we spot wildlife or discuss a fascinating topic, our Florida Naturalist Captain will engage in straightforward dialogues with the guests. Topics like Mangrove Ecology, Manatee conservation, and fishing strategies are always popular during the journey.
Being a honorable member of the 1% for the Planet initiative, we donate 1% of the tour’s total cost to the Everglades Foundation. We appreciate your support in choosing a genuinely environmental-friendly company!
Location
25000 Tamiami Trail E
Tamiami Trail East
We meet all guests inside the Port of the Islands Everglades Resort. It is the main hotel building on your left as soon as you turn on to Newport Drive off of highway 41.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Wendythemarine
May 19, 2024
Did not disappoint! Excellent! - Captain Nick is excellent! Dolphins, manatees, history and shelling! The other boats tried to follow as he had all the dolphins following us!
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Wanderer35940582441
May 15, 2024
Excellent Kayak Tour - Great kayak tour for anyone looking to see Floridas wildlife. Justin was our guide and he’s very knowledgeable and made the trip fun! 10/10!!
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Banjobobhouston
May 9, 2024
Great Adventure - This was a fun, educational tour into the mangroves. Our guide, Ty, was very knowledgeable and personable. The boat was small and held only 6 guests, which made it seem like a private tour. On our trip, we saw a very rare small tooth saw fish, a manatee, several dolphin and lots of birds. We even stopped at a beach to look for shells. Remember to bring your own water and snacks. I highly recommend this tour.
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Cherylbeattiebray
May 8, 2024
Great morning out with a great guide - Our guide Ty was so great. Really knowledgeable and friendly. Found us some great wildlife. We saw a bull shark, lots of dolphins, turtle, birds, manatee, and a crocodile!
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Rebeccasu5264ip
May 8, 2024
What a great trip! - Ty was a great captain, friendly and knowledgeable. We had a great time and saw unbelievable wildlife including a sawfish!
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Resort17001648261
May 8, 2024
Ty was the best. - We had a wonderful time on the water with Ty. He gave us information on the waterways, birds & sea life. We saw dolphins, sea turtle, bull nose shark, a crocodile & the nose of a manatee.
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Jenniferbn8973yw
May 2, 2024
On the water - Great guide Ty very informative, onlu couple on the boat and still took us out. We saw alligator, dolphin, manatee and wild birds. Went to one of islands. Very relaxing day. Highly recommend.
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Dave
May 1, 2024
Great time amazing job by the captain - We saw a lot of mantis and other wildlife.great job by the captain pointing things out.
He keep a good conversation. what a great job
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Roam689733
Mar 6, 2024
Ask for Ty to be your guide - Ty is a great tour guide. He is knowledgeable and the pace was great for people of all ages. The kayaks were very comfortable. Highly recommend.
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Steve
Feb 29, 2024
Fantastic Scenery - The 3 hour boat trip was really special it felt so good to be out in fantastic scenery with wonderful wildlife and a fantastic guide.
Justin showed us so many lovely places and was quick to spot lots of wildlife,
manatees, dolphins, alligators and lots of beautiful birds.
When we beached the boat on this tiny island and walked about looking at the views it was very unexpected and much appreciated. Our guide couldn't have been more kind and helpful. It was obvious Justin was really enjoying the trip too which was lovely.
A really special experience loved it so much.
A five star trip from us definitely.
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