Private Best of Marco Island Tour

5.0
(7 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

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
Restroom on board
Food (Yes, you can bring your own food!)
Drinks (BYOB - please, no red wine!)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Free parking across the street from Stan's Idle Hour Restaurant in the gravel lot behind the white fence.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Our certified Master Naturalist Guides and Coast Guard Master Captains will take you on an unforgettable boat ride from Goodland to Marco Island through the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife refuge.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    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, fish, sea turtles, stingrays, and birds.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Your guide will tell you a little bit about the history of this beautiful island that is the gateway to the Everglades.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Florida Island Tours

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Water Tours
Involves Animals

Cancellation Policy

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

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