Naples · DOLPHIN WATCHING
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This is the shortlist we’d hand a friend: the 15 dolphin watching tours worth booking, each with its price, its traveller verdict, and the one thing to know before you commit.
Small-group dolphin and shelling boat cruise through Ten Thousand Islands from Marco Island. Swim, hunt sand dollars, see manatees.
“Very nice people and great cruise. We loved watching the dolphins and shelling on the beach. Captain Glen was full of knowledge about the area and was lots of fun.”
Marco Island dolphin sightseeing tour from Goodland Boating Park with live mangrove ecosystem commentary, native birds, and a small-group boat ride.
“The captain and tour guide were wonderful. We saw lots of dolphins and terrific boat ride. Great way to spend a few hours on the water.”
A 2-hour small-group boat tour from Goodland for dolphin and bird viewing, then shelling on a remote barrier island.
“Awesome time and great captain! We so tons of wildlife and enjoyed the tour! We went early in the day and the weather was perfect!”
Jet ski dolphin tour from Goodland Boat Park through 10,000 Islands mangroves, spotting dolphins with life jackets and water.
“Best guides !!! So fun. We toured and saw Dolphins. Fun anniversary trip weekend. Would definitely visit them again.”
Private shelling and dolphin spotting in the Ten Thousand Islands. Small-boat fun, buckets included, free water, and a flexible, family-friendly guide.
“Nick was an excellent captain. My six year old loved learning about the shells and we got to see lots of dolphins too. Our second year we have been on Nicks great tour!!”
Small-group cruise from Tin City to Keewaydin Island: dolphin, manatee and shelling bag on white sand for about 3 hours.
“This was the second time we went on this excursion. Loved it both times. So relaxing. Saw lots of dolphins and gorgeous properties. This time we went on the 9am tour and the shells were even more plentiful on Keewadin. The tour guides were excellent and the music was a nice low relaxing volume.”
Cruise the Ten Thousand Islands for dolphins, birds, and shelling on a small-group boat tour with a naturalist in Naples.
“Very informative! The first mate was exceptional! We saw quite a few dolphins! I would definitely go again!”
Kayak or paddleboard Naples mangroves for manatees and dolphins, with Florida history. Equipment included; 2-hour small group.
“Scam scam scam, went to the pickup point, followed address given, no one was there, tried phoning tour operator several times, no answer. Paid $130.00 no way of getting money back, nobody should use this operator, thought we could trust them as we booked through tripadvise.”
Small-group dolphin and shelling cruise to Kice Island in Florida’s 10,000 Islands, with bottled water and expert guides.
“Great trip , wonderful guide. We found lots of great shells and 3 hours just the right amount of time”
Two-hour small-group boat tour from Naples for Everglades wildlife, dolphin and manatee chances, plus birding and sea-shell stops.
“Dan did a great job on the tour. Very knowledgeable of the area & history. Was worth the time spent 👍😀”
Paddleboard or kayak in Bonita Springs for dolphins, manatees, and sea turtles. Small groups, gear included, and guides like Eric.
“Eric our tour guide was amazing. Very patient with my sister in law and myself as this was our first time Kayaking. He is very informative and such a nice person.”
Paddle Marco Island’s waters by kayak or SUP for dolphins and possible manatees, guided by pros. 2 hours from Naples. Gear included.
“Michael was great. It was just us and him so a private tour. He was very knowledgeable about the area and the mangroves. We paddles to a sand bar and saw all sorts of wildlife. Highly recommend.”
Naples Everglades boat tour for dolphins, manatees, and 300+ birds. Small group, naturalist-led, quiet 2 hours in the 10,000 Islands.
“A very nice tour of the mangrove swamp. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and helpful. We saw some ospreys nesting and other interesting birds. We looked for dolphins, but it was a little cold and they weren't around. Stop at the Hangout for lunch beforehand - great subs.”
Naples eco boat tour through the Everglades to the 10,000 Islands, with manatees, dolphin moments, and white-sand beach time. 3 hours.
“Captain John was great! He knows a lot about the local ecology and has enough dad jokes for all. We saw manatees, dolphins, alligators, and a ton of birds.”
Small-group 3.5-hour dolphin hunt and shelling on remote barrier islands from Marco Island, led by a Florida Master Naturalist guide.
“The shelling was wonderful and our tour guide was very knowledgeable. We had a great time on the water.”
