Marco Island Boat Tours — FAQ

Goodland Boating Park — 750 Palm Point Dr, Goodland, FL 34140.

All guests are welcome regardless of vaccination status. We follow current CDC and local health guidelines to ensure a safe and comfortable experience for everyone.

Every tour includes a certified Florida Master Naturalist guide, US Coast Guard licensed captain, life jackets for all ages, and comprehensive wildlife narration throughout.

Manatees are wild, wide-ranging animals, and while the 10,000 Islands offer great habitat for them, sightings can never be guaranteed. Water clarity, temperature, tides, and the manatees’ own movements all play a role in whether we cross paths with one on any given day. Our crew keeps a sharp eye out and will do everything possible to spot them, but please know that a manatee encounter is a special bonus — not a promised part of the tour.

Cancellations within 72 hours of your tour are non-refundable, but may be rescheduled if available. If weather cuts a tour short: partial refund if less than halfway complete, no refund if more than halfway complete. Your safety, and our crew’s, always comes first.

Full payment is collected at time of booking through our secure FareHarbor system. No separate deposit is required.

Sunscreen (reef-safe preferred), water, snacks, a hat, sunglasses, closed-toe shoes for island walking, a camera, and bug spray. A light jacket is recommended for early morning departures. Shell bags are provided, so no need to bring your own!

Parking inside the boat park is $10 (free with a Collier County Beach Pass). Free parking is also available outside the fence to the right, just before the entrance.

Our most popular Dolphin, Birding & Shelling Tour starts at $89.95. The 10,000 Islands Shelling Excursion is $149.95. Private tours start at $595. See our pricing page for full details.

Your Florida Master Naturalist guide leads the boat through the 10,000 Islands, narrating wildlife sightings, stopping at shelling beaches, and making the experience educational and unforgettable.

We monitor conditions closely and operate in most weather. If severe weather, lightning, or unsafe conditions arise, tours are rescheduled at no charge.

You’re welcome to bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic drinks. We recommend plenty of water, especially in summer months.

Multiple departures daily. Morning and afternoon options available. Check our online booking system for current availability and departure times.

Yes — FareHarbor gift e-cards are available through our website. They never expire and make a perfect gift for any nature lover or Florida visitor.

All major credit and debit cards through our secure FareHarbor online booking system.

Yes — contact us directly at (239) 695-0000 or via our contact form for group rate inquiries. We welcome school groups, corporate outings, and large family parties.