Marco Island Private Tubing, Dolphin Watching and Shelling Tour
Overview
Explore Marco Island’s best-kept secrets on this exclusive three-hour adventure, combining wildlife encounters, island exploration, and tubing fun. Unlike larger tours, this small-group experience offers a personalized journey through the 10,000 Islands, where you’ll have close-up encounters with wild dolphins in their natural habitat.
Step onto a secluded barrier island—only accessible by boat—and search for rare shells along the untouched shoreline. Then, cool off with a tubing ride in the crystal-clear waters, with your captain adjusting the speed to match your comfort level.
Whether you’re looking for relaxation, adventure, or family-friendly fun, this tour delivers it all in one unforgettable trip. Book now and experience the perfect blend of nature, excitement, and discovery on the water!
What's Included
- Bottled water
Meeting Location
205 Harbor Place North
Goodland, FL 34140, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Please Note: The price is for the whole boat. Book 1 ticket for up to 6 passengers!
Set off on a three-hour adventure through the 10,000 Islands, combining dolphin watching, shelling, and tubing for an unforgettable experience.
What to Expect:
Depart from Marco Island – Meet your captain and cruise through the 10,000 Islands National Wildlife Refuge, a maze of mangrove-lined waterways.
Dolphin Watching – Watch for wild dolphins swimming and playing. Your captain will point out manatees, sea turtles, and coastal birds while sharing insights about the ecosystem.
Shelling on a Secluded Island – Stop at a remote barrier island to search for unique shells, wade in the clear waters, or simply take in the peaceful surroundings.
Tubing Fun – End with an exciting tubing experience in calm, shallow waters. Your captain will adjust the speed to match your comfort level, making it fun for all ages.
This small-group tour is perfect for families and adventure seekers looking to explore Marco Island’s best waterways. Book now for a day of wildlife, exploration, and fun!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-64741P9
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 13 traveler reviews collected by Cool Marco Island and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Marco Island customers.
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Marco Island Private Tubing, Dolphin Watching and Shelling Tour. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Bottled water.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Marco Island Private Tubing, Dolphin Watching and Shelling Tour is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Marco Island Private Tubing, Dolphin Watching and Shelling Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Marco Island. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
